Top Experiences in Genoa Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Lorenzo)

Colorful houses sitting on the Ligurian seaside. You’ve probably seen pictures of the 5 villages. Now it’s time to take a train into this vibrant paradise. Take a stroll through Garibaldi street. Enter the Palace of San Giorgio – walk and breathe Italian royalty. The Gothic Cathedral of San Lorenzo is nearby. A 12th-century medieval masterpiece. Get a glimpse of national treasure at the Treasury Museum. Do you know which famous explorer has a house nearby? Ever heard of the word Doge? All of these questions will be happily answered by our local guide. Get the colorful adventure that you’ve been craving. Ride and walk the Cinque Terre to a magical wonderland!

Use clues at each attraction to find your next destination and challenge yourself to use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to complete the game. Uncover local information and facts about the city as you explore. Discover hidden gems and narrow streets.
Without a schedule and at your own pace, pause anytime and continue later or even another day.
Work as a team or compete with each other. A unique team-building activity perfect for couples, families, companies, students and groups of friends.

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

Do you want to spend few hours with your family in Genoa being guided by a local? This tour is perfect for you! Meet your guide at the Old Port of Genoa, near the Aquarium and start your journey through the tiny alleyways of the historical center called “Caruggi” in Ligurian dialect. You will reach the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, historic center jewel, Piazza De Ferrari with its magnificent fountain, Carlo Felice theater surrounded by majestic buildings. After a short stop in one of the oldest cafes of the city, you will find yourself to admire one of the most unforgettable view of the city, from the Belvedere Castelletto.
Crossing Via Garibaldi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, your next stop will be one of the iconic place of the local culture: Genoa Eastern Market. Here you will have a chance to see some typical products, discover the specialties of the area and taste the famous Genoese focaccia.

The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour around the historical center of the city. The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities.

Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible.

Top 5 food stops in Genoa for a memorable and rich dining experience!

Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages upon request.

Discover Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, a city with a glorious past. Spend your morning in is one of the most charming cities in Northern Italy. Also visit Portofino, the pearl of the Ligurian sea, and see its crystalline green waters.

Embark on a quest where you will discover Genoa's Historical Centre. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover the Christopher Columbus' House, the Doge's Palace, Palazzo San Giorgio and many more.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. So, are you up for an exciting city game?.

Highlights include:
• Walk along Genoa’s famous wonders and admire some of the most appreciated places: Calata Falcone e Borsellino, Piazza Banchi and others.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore.
• Find out why Genoa was called 'The Superb One'.
• Discover important historical buildings such as St George Palace, one of the first banks in Europe
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

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

The first vegan tour in Genoa!
More and more people are vegan nowadays, but do you know that most of our grandmothers' delicacies are vegan?
During this walking tour, you will taste traditional vegan finger food, such as focaccia, farinata and much more. Meanwhile you will find out where to buy vegan products, or where to enjoy a good vegan lunch or dinner.
You’ll also learn the unique history of the ancient Sea Republic along the way, discovering the Old Port, the maze of typical narrow alleyways, the Cathedral, the Ducal Palace and the main square.
This tour will make your mouth water!
Guided walking tour with a vegan licensed local guide.

Do you like running?
Do you want to discover the city by going where cars and buses do not arrive? Are you ready? If you don't have shoes, I'll lend them to you (sanitized of course!).
Sightrunning is a new experience that combines running and guided tour. It will allow you to discover, while running, unique landscapes, take wonderful photos and learn about the history and anecdotes of the place.
I propose a visit to the best known beauties of my city and the most hidden characteristic corners, starting from Piazza de Ferrari, passing through the Castelletto esplanade overlooking the city and ending in the characteristic narrow alleys of the city.
Obviously we will be able to evaluate together a personalized path.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy this private walking tour of Genoa with your private tour guide.

During this private tour you will get to know the most emblematic sites of the city, which has a lot of hidden gems that your private official tour guide will show you. The city has been declared by the UNESCO as a world heritage site.

Amongst other monuments and sights you can get to know during this private tour of Genova:

Port of Genoa
Bassilica of San Lorenzo
Stroll along the “Strade Nuove” (UNESCO world heritage site)
Royal Palace
Torre della Lanterna
Get to visit one of the largest aquariums in Europe
Much more!

At the end of the tour, your private guide will drop you off in a central place in Genoa.

Delight in the rich culinary heritage of Genoa, where age-old traditions blend seamlessly with modern Italian flair.

Begin your journey at the bustling Mercato Orientale, a haven for food enthusiasts. Marvel at stalls laden with freshly caught fish, ripe produce, and regional specialties. Breathe in the aroma of local cheeses, freshly baked focaccia, and the alluring scent of Ligurian olive oil.

As you continue, your guide will lead you to hidden osterias and age-old bakeries, revealing stories of Genoa’s storied past and its influence on its culinary landscape. Sample traditional dishes like 'farinata' and 'pansoti in walnut sauce,' accompanied by local wines that accentuate the flavors.

The tour culminates in a traditional gelateria, where you can savor hand-crafted gelato made with seasonal ingredients. As the flavors melt on your tongue, you'll not only taste the essence of Genoa but also its soul.

Exploring Genoa's rich flavors and aromas beyond just monuments.

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

You will have an AUTHORIZED LOCAL GUIDE, prepared and passionate at your disposal, to discover not only the history and art of Genoa, but also its traditions, culinary specialties (and you will have a little taste of it!) And the life of all days of a magnificent city, but which preserves its most beautiful treasures with great reserve.

According to many tourists' opinions, Genoa is a city like no other. During this tour, you will get the most complete picture of this amazing city. We will drive through the most interesting and elegant areas, each of which has its own unique look and architecture.

See the best of the Italian Riviera on your Genoa and Portofino full-day trip from Milan! After a guided walking tour of Genoa, explore the best bits of these contrasting coastal towns at your leisure. Combine maritime history at Genoa with glamorous Portofino seaside scenery on this memorable day trip from Milan!

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!

The tour has been customised for cruise passengers who don't want to miss the "must-see", even with a limited amount of time.
Anyway, the attractions listed can be changed upon request: we can skip or add one or more, or dedicate more attention to a specific subject (Middle Ages, trade & finance, music, etc)

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.

Stroll across the most popular attractions of Genoa such as the main square and the most important church. Also, get to see a 13th century palace and the waterfront area in the historic center.

You will discover the most hidden places of Genoa, guided by local people who will entertain you with interesting stories and anectdotes about our beautiful city. Tours are available in english, french, spanish, german and italian.

The rikshaw can host on board up to a maximum of two adults and two children under the age of 6.

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.

This great tour will provide a whole experience of the city of Genova: Our magnificent tour to discover the secrets of the historic center is enriched by a superb culinary experience: our partner Rollipop offers incredibly refined dishes in a special location, a Rolli palace!
During the tour on board of the rickshaw, conducted by an expert guide, you will discover the alleys and narrow streets of Maddalena district and the monumental historical places like Via Garibaldi, Piazza Sarzano, De Ferrari square. The guide will tell you anedoctes and funny curiosities that will make you love Genoa, exactly as we do

The rikshaw can host on board up to a maximum of two adults and two children under the age of 6.

This great tour will show the essence of Genova, that mean the monumental parts in contrast with the most hidden and mysterious alleys. During the first hour you will discover the Maddalena district, fascinating and made by really little alleys and narrow streets; during the second one the driver will bring you to know also the other half of the historical center, placed on the other side of San Lorenzo Street : The itinerary will include the visit to Porta Soprana, Via Ravecca , Piazza Sarzano, Luzzati Gardens, Stradone Sant'Agostino, Via san Bernardo and culminate with the arrival in the beautiful and inaccessible church of Santi Cosma e Damiano, protectors of surgeons and barbers.
Petrarca has called Genoa "La Superba", we are sure that after the tour you will do it too!

The rikshaw can host on board up to a maximum of two adults and two children under the age of 6.

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"

In this private tour from Milan to Genoa, you will get an intimate and personal experience with your private expert guide.

You have no worries about getting stuck in traffic and you can enjoy the ride with your private driver who will take you out of the city, along scenic routes and through small towns.

Genoa is a coastal city in northern Italy that has been the capital of Liguria since the Middle Ages. It is one of the oldest cities in Europe, and it has developed a rich culture that blends aspects of Medieval and Renaissance architecture with Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical styles.

The city has many tourist attractions, including Piazza De Ferrari and Teatro Carlo Felice, Acquario di Genova (Aquarium), and Galata Museo del Mare.It is also close to Cinque Terre and five other coastal towns. Genoa is also a port, with extensive commercial and trade links to China, Russia, and eastern Europe.

Genoa is a city that is both romantic and rich in history. Definitely worth visiting!