Top Experiences in Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale)

A local tour guide, lover of his land, will explain to you every aspect of life and history of the city.

Thanks to the panoramic double-decker buses of City Sightseeing® Genoa, the only hop on hop off service of the city, visitors can admire the historical and artistic heritage of Genoa thanks to 2 different lines eachone with 15 convenient stops. From the De Ferrari stop, for example, you can visit the House of Christopher Columbus, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and the historic centre. Stroll through the streets of the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the ancient buildings of Via Garibaldi. You are free to discover Genoa as and when you want. With a ticket valid for 24 or 48 hours, hop on and off as many times as you like during your city tour.

Download the APP Sightseeing Experience now: inside the APP you will find an interactive map that will show you the position of the buses in real time, the waiting time at each stop and your position so that you can easily reach the nearest stop! Thanks to the APP you could also enjoy a free walking tour of the city!

• Get the best of Genova in a 2h30 walking tour and discover the "top things to see"

• Listen to the history, curiosities, and how locals live here with a Genoese wonderful certified guide, in your language

• Don't get lost in the widest historical center in Europe but be guided in the discovery of the maritime and noble soul of one of the most stunning cities in Italy

a licensed tour guide will take you on a different route than usual, through the narrow streets of the medieval city.
You will discover curious alleys and majestic palaces, corners of unexpected beauty and the historic shops, heritage of a city that has based its economic and political strength on commerce.
You will hear adventurous stories and amusing anecdotes, stories of a city that has built its own cultural identity by intertwining it with the Middle Eastern, Hispanic and Flemish ones.

To visit Genoa it is necessary to follow an organized tour with a guide, so as not to waste time and energy. Well, what will we see?
Palazzo San Giorgio and the ancient porticoes of Sottoripa.
San Lorenzo, the Cathedral of Genoa, with its two-tone Romanesque façade.
Palazzo Ducale, which was the ancient residence of the Genoese Doges. Piazza De Ferrari with its fountain gushing in the center and the Carlo Felice theater overlooking the majestic square.
The famous "caruggi", the network of medieval alleys of Genoa.
We will taste the soft Genoese focaccia, which no one will be able to say no to!
House of Christopher Columbus, Via Garibaldi, the most elegant street in Genoa, with its ancient buildings, such as Palazzo Bianco, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Tursi.
The Spianata di Castelletto, from where you can see the incredible skyline of Genoa.
A breathtaking tour, which is worth taking part in to get to know the city of Genoa in depth!

Starting from the city center of Milan, we will reach Genoa which was onces one of the most important and rich cities during the Age of the Republic of Genoa was the homeland of duke Andrea Doria, the home town of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus and of the compositor Paganini and much more!: this city is really interesting. Yow will visit the most important places in Genoa, walking along the narrow famous "carruggi" streets of the downtown of Genoa discovering what is really a historical sea city. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist. This tour is for four people maximum. Please specify which is your hotel in Milan for the pick THIS TOUR IS FOR SIX PEOPLE MAXIMUM: DON'T BOOK IF YOUR ARE MORE PEOPLE. The amount you pay is the same regardless if you are a single tourist or six people.

If you like the unexpected then follow the thread of this walking tour through the labyrinth of Genoa’s alleys in the city's historic centre.

You'll discover breathtaking works of art behind almost every corner, along with other places where beauty is a carefully guarded secret. You'll see the main highlights in the city including UNESCO heritage sites, through the eyes of Antonella Cama, a local who loves to share not only the popular but also the authentic and believes that a tour must be more than dates and figures: She'll take you by the hand into "her" Genova!

Some of the highlights from this self-guided GPS audio tour include:

• Stories of the inhabitants of the opulent medieval residences
• The interiors of Genoa’s richest church
• Hear about the first football club in Italy
• A historical confectionery shop
• Find out why a 17th-century fountain is inside a department store
• Take in the splendour of the fountain in the Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

Dive into the heart of the Italian Riviera on this immersive full-day tour of Genoa and Portofino. In Genoa, let the black and white facades of St. Lawrence Cathedral leave you in awe and wander the UNESCO-recognized lanes of Via Garibaldi, each corner whispering tales of maritime legends.

Then, as the landscape transforms, find yourself in the chic embrace of Portofino, where pastel houses play backdrop to a turquoise sea. Here, sip an espresso at the iconic Piazzetta, hike to the lighthouse for a dreamy panorama, and feel the embrace of Italy's dolce vita.

This isn't just a tour; it's a journey through time, culture, and unparalleled beauty. Join, and let the Italian Riviera steal your heart.

Trek through Genoa to discover the best places, hidden spots, best bars, small osterias, secret old shops, secluded squares: taste the real Focaccia and pesto (it was invented here) and the superb trofie at our preferred Restaurant. Be impressed by the phenomenal beauty of the ancient palaces, see the First " Jeans " textile, indeed were invented here... you will see. Drink tasty wine in real 'old style' bars in the old part of the city and wonder in front of the magic of an ancient Templar Hospital. And Welcome :-).

Discover Europe's largest medieval historic center, with the amazing Segway, in an hour ! Let our staff accompany you on a unique adventure, crossing the ancients alleys, visiting the most important places and the most significant monuments, in complete safety and practicality. The best way to get a complete overview of the whole Genoese center, in a short time.

All Genoa is to be discovered. With this private tour you will get to know some of the most significant places in the densest historic center in Europe, among very tall houses, alleys and small squares, noble palaces and precious churches. You will breathe in the charm and the traditions of a city that is a crossroads of peoples, rich in history, hidden treasures and suggestive corners. The tour winds through caruggis and small squares, now opening onto the Cathedral, now onto Palazzo Ducale, now onto Strada Nuova. Genoa is a city extremely tied to traditions, and its streets are dotted with ancient shops where time seems to have stopped.

The best way to visit the most important places in the largest medieval historical center in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the amazing Segway! The most effective, fast, easy and fun way to not miss anything of the beauties of the city, experiencing an exciting adventure. From the hidden alleys of the old town, to the beautiful noble streets, our staff will guide you through magnificent palaces and fascinating views, breathing ancient atmospheres, scents and flavors of the whole world, in complete safety. A mix of culture, art, tradition, gastronomy and lots of fun ... a stone's throw from the sea!

Embark on a captivating walking tour through the enchanting streets of Genoa, where history and modernity seamlessly intertwine. Begin your journey at the iconic Plaza de Ferrari, a vibrant square that serves as the city's pulsating heart. Admire the majestic architecture and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere.

A tour especially designed for those whom can't stop cycling. After a guided tour of the city center and a taste of our flavors you will be free to discover the town by yourself having the bike to ride until 6.30 pm. Chose your favourite bike or e-bike and unveal the beauty of "La Superba"

Discover the most important sites Genoa on a private guided tour of the city: admire its medieval buildings, 16th-century palaces and charming squares while learning all there is to know about the history of this picturesque city. In the course of the experience, your guide will make sure you see the large seaport as well as all the amazing architecture of one of Italy's major economic centers and that you take in all the charm and heritage of the city’s UNESCO-listed medieval center.

Your tour will start from the renovated harbor and will continue on through the tangled labyrinth of medieval alleys up to the stunning St. Lawrence Cathedral.

You'll then head to Piazza de Ferrari; you’ll find the Opera House, the Palace of the Doges and the Academy of Fine Arts, passing by Piazza San Matteo before the experience ends in Via Garibaldi. You're sure to take some amazing pictures of the splendid historical buildings and palaces from the "Golden Era" of the ancient Republic of Genova.