Genoa Historical Centre
Genoa





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Popular places to visit

Piazza de Ferrari
Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.

Palazzo Ducale
Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Teatro Carlo Felice
Watch a choral concert, an orchestral recital or a dramatic performance with an ornamental street backdrop in the main theater of this historic complex.

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Be impressed at the grandeur and history of Genoa’s most prominent religious building, where you’ll find legends, art and even a relic believed to be from the Last Supper.

Via Garibaldi
Wander along one of Genoa’s most famous streets, located in a historic part of the city full of impressive architectural treasures.

Palazzo Rosso
Check out the stunning frescoes decorating the majestic rooms of this palace as well as the works of art in the gallery.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Genoa: Biosfera Entrance Ticket

Genoa: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center

Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa

Genova: Basilica of Carignano, ascend and visit
Genoa Historical Centre Hotel Deals

Bristol Palace Hotel
Everything was awesome!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Best Western Hotel Metropoli
We stayed in a fairly simple room, but what makes this place wonderful is the staff. So friendly and helpful! Would absolutely return, and in fact we did after our flight was rained out!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

Hotel Nuovo Nord
Air con was broken, no settings worked Without aircon room was cold with not enough blankets. Every hour or so noise from an aircon or some compressor came through the window.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Hotel Palazzo Grillo
The lobby is beautiful with old fresco. Everything is organized and well taken care of. The breakfast is good. The room itself was average but had all the amenities needed. The location is conveniently located in the old town close to most of the attractions. All the stores are shut down after 7 ...
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Best Western Plus City Hotel
Nice staff. Great location for dining choices and sightseeing. Air con never did work and problems with door keys working every time we left. Super annoying. This is NOT a 9 out of 10. 8 at best.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Best Western Hotel Porto Antico
Was nice location. Room good and was great with breakfast added. Room clean and very accomodating.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Genoa Historical Centre

Prè
While visiting Prè, you might make a stop by sights like Christopher Columbus Monument and Piazza Acquaverde.

San Vincenzo
While visiting San Vincenzo, you might make a stop by sights like La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari.

Carignano
While Carignano might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari.

Castelletto
If you're spending some time in Castelletto, Spianata Castelletto and Castello d'Albertis are top sights worth seeing.

Foce
If you're spending some time in Foce, Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Bluetrekkers are top sights worth seeing.

San Fruttuoso
While visiting San Fruttuoso, you might make a stop by sights like Luigi Ferraris Stadium and Castello Mackenzie.

