Location: Genoa
Top Things to do in Genoa
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Genoa That You Shouldn't Miss
Wandering the narrow caruggi alleyways of Genoa is a bit like solving a medieval labyrinth. In the heart of the Italian port city lies Piazza de Ferrari, a main square with a beautiful fountain and a perimeter lined with historic buildings, including the Palace of the Doges the Teatro Carlo Felice, which was destroyed during WWII and subsequently rebuilt. The seaside neighborhood of Boccadasse is vision of pink and yellow buildings that brighten up this lovely fishing village.
Restaurants in Genoa
1. Via Giuseppe Garibaldi
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4.5 based on 2,188 reviews
Reviewed By DonaldHahn - State College, United States
Narrow Alley Lined With Wonderful Aristocratic Urban Palazzos in the great maritime trading rival to Venice. We took a slow walking tour down the street, admiring its amazing architecture, mostly from the Reniissance and the Baroque Age. MUST SEE!
2. Museo di Palazzo Reale
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4.5 based on 1,104 reviews
Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, United States
Dating back to the early 1600’s when it was built for the Balbi family (subsequently owned and expanded by a succession of families), this massive home contains countless original items such as paintings, tapestries, furniture, sculptures, etc. The numerous rooms are decorated and arranged as if the homeowners will be returning shortly. The inner courtyard and garden provide a luxurious and tranquil environment. The top floor terrace offers sweeping city and port views. Each room has very informative literature (in several languages). A visit here was a step back to the golden era of Genoa’s seafaring history.
3. Piazza San Matteo
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4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By libius2018 - Moscow, Russia
The medieval piazza with palaces of Doria family members. The charch contents the sword of Andrea Doria and his tomb in cripta. For visiting it you have to ask a key. The tomb of Lamba Doria locates on the facade in the left side.
4. Campopisano
5. Palazzi dei Rolli
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4.5 based on 1,057 reviews
On 13 July 2006, the site"Genoa: le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli" entered UNESCO’s World Heritage List of the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Forming an organic urban unit, the site is made up of late-Renaissance and Baroque streets and squares lined by over a hundred palaces belonging to the city’s noble families. The grandest residences, each with its own architectural style and individual character, were an official lists (Rolli), and lots were drawn to decide which palace would have the privilege of playing host to visiting state dignitaries. Often erected on sloping ground, the Palazzi dei Rolli were designed according to the sequence atrium-courtyard-grand staircase-gardens and boast richly decorated interiors. They embody a distinctive social and economic identity and mark the beginning of the era of modern urban architecture in Europe.
Reviewed By Susywonder
It's one of the best example in Europe of aristocrat palaces only in one street. Not to miss, especially during the rolli days
6. Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari
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4.5 based on 2,445 reviews
Reviewed By laczkozsu - Debrecen, Hungary
This lively square is the meeting point between the old and modern city. It's lively but not overcrowded. There are some famous buildings around: Opera House (Carlo Felice Theater), Doge's Palce (Palazzo Ducale), stock exchange palace. In the middle you can see the statue of Garibaldi and a modern fountain. We walked here several times during our 3 days staying.
7. Ascensore Castello d'Albertis-Montegalletto
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4.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By mikegR5774VD - Bonita, United States
A funicular that travels vertically and horizontally? Who knew? The clever Genovesi, that's who, so take a ride on this cool cable car to see exactly how it's done. And, at its top, the Castello d'Albertis is definitely worth a few hours time to see its interesting collection of different artifacts from a seafarer's voyages as well as the excellent views of a and its port spreading out below you.
8. Antica Barberia Giacalone
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4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By Sarimento1 - Hurricane, United States
I found Antica Barberia Giacalone thanks to the reviews here on TA. Tried without success to call in advance; perhaps the phone number is changed. But, it was easy to find and easy walking distance from old port. Simply walked in (Tuesday afternoon) and Ferdericao, the barber, put me into open spot on his schedule. He speaks very little English but we managed to communicate well. I only got a barber shave, it was 15euro. No hot towel, but he carefully prepped my 3-day beard with Proraso sandalwood shave cream (of course, they co-sponsored the renovation) and an Omega natural brush. Shaved with a shavette and fresh double-edge blade, he took his time and got every whisker clean. Washcloth wipe and nice spray with Proraso mentholated aftershave. He also demonstrated his traditional straight razor and strop, but apparently he only uses the shavette with disposable blades for clients. A great experience and definitely worth the search and cost!
9. Chiesa Di San Donato
10. Ascensore di Castelletto Levante
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
