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Authentic Genoa: discovering the City

From € 64

  • 3 hours 3 hours
  • Private tours Private tours

Explore the heart of Genoa with a local guide: walk through the narrow caruggi, admire the Ducal Palace, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, and the city’s most iconic squares.

Highlights

  • Stroll through the charming caruggi, the city’s most authentic medieval alleys
  • Admire the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and discover Genoa’s most iconic squares
  • Explore the Old Port and the city’s maritime history with a private guide just for you and your group

Tour description

Your tour begins in front of Palazzo San Giorgio, one of Genoa’s most iconic historic buildings and the former seat of maritime and commercial power of the Genoese Republic. Here you’ll admire its majestic façade and learn about the crucial role this palace played in the city’s history.

Continue to the Old Port, for centuries the beating heart of Genoa’s life. This vibrant area blends history and modernity, with monuments, piers, scenic views, and lively venues along the waterfront.

Walking through the characteristic caruggi, Genoa’s narrow medieval alleys, you’ll reach the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. This striking Romanesque-Gothic church is the city’s main place of worship and even houses a curious relic: an unexploded bomb left from past conflicts.

The tour then takes you to Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa’s cultural and administrative hub, famous for its grand fountain and elegant palaces, followed by Piazza San Matteo, a charming square that tells the story of medieval Genoa through its tower-houses and distinctive architecture. Nearby, you’ll admire the exterior of the imposing Palazzo Ducale, once the seat of Genoa’s ruling families and today a cultural landmark.

Next, stroll along Strada Nuova, a UNESCO World Heritage Site lined with magnificent Renaissance palaces that showcase the wealth and influence of the city’s nobility. The visit continues to Porta Soprana, one of the ancient medieval gates that once protected Genoa.

Finally, the tour ends outside the House of Christopher Columbus, a symbolic site tied to the life of the world-famous navigator. Here you’ll admire the historic façade and reflect on Genoa’s role in the great Age of Exploration.

Included

  • Expert private guide in the selected language
  • Headsets (if necessary) to hear the guide's explanations during the tour

Not included

  • Tips
  • Meals
  • Anything not specified in the "Included" section

General information

  • Private and exclusive tour
  • Instant booking confirmation
  • Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended
  • For entry to religious sites, it is recommended to wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees
  • Large luggage is not allowed
  • E-voucher (no need to print a copy)
  • The tour is wheelchair accessible, but this must be indicated at the time of booking. In this case, the itinerary may be slightly adjusted to meet accessibility needs

When to book

You can book up to 3 days before the tour date. Book as early as possible to ensure availability.

Meeting point

The meeting point is located next to Palazzo San Giorgio and will be indicated in your confirmation voucher.

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