Genoa Historical Centre
Genoa
Visit Genoa Historical Centre
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
Genoa: Biosfera Entrance Ticket
Genoa: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center
Genoa: The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket
Genova: Basilica of Carignano, ascend and visit
Genoa: Luggage Storage close to Train Station
Portofino On Your Own from Genoa
Genoa Historical Centre Hotel Deals
Bristol Palace Hotel
Super clean, great breakfast and great service!!!
Reviewed on Dec 7, 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
Clean room. Friendly stff
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Everything was great!
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Hotel De Ville
Great hotel, spacious, friendly and welcoming staff, I had a pleasant stay. One remark, the noise isolation is not great so you feel any doors rattle outside, which is quite loud. But I had a great time and appreciate the stuff. Thank you.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Best Western Hotel Porto Antico
Great people, location
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Genoa Historical Centre
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.
Prè
While visiting Prè, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Palace and Christopher Columbus Monument.
Centro Est
Centro Est is a destination visitors seek out for is great bars, popular aquarium, and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Spianata Castelletto or Christopher Columbus Monument while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
