Piazza Principe

Set eyes upon Genoa’s most famous historic figure at this grand monument commemorating the great explorer and the city’s long maritime heritage.

Visit the largest sea museum in the Mediterranean and learn about Genoa’s long maritime history, as well as its most famous seafarer, Christopher Columbus.

Marvel at the shiny gold leaf décor and stunning art pieces adorning the magnificent interior of this domed 16th-century church.

Stand in awe of giant tree ferns, meet iguanas and turtles and inspect plants that produce cotton and chewing gum in this see-through ball.

Discover the weird and wonderful creatures of the deep at one of Europe’s largest aquariums, where sharks, manatees, penguins and a myriad of tropical fish await.

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Villa del Principe in Genoa. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.