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
Genoa: Biosfera Entrance Ticket
Genova: Basilica of Carignano, ascend and visit
Genoa Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Genoa: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center
Genoa Secrets and Legends Self Guided Walking Tour
Portofino On Your Own from Genoa
Top hotels in Genoa Historical Centre
Bristol Palace Hotel
Super clean, great breakfast and great service!!!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Nuovo Nord
Clean room. Friendly stff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 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 21 Oct 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 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Genoa Historical Centre
Prè
If you're spending some time in Prè, Royal Palace and Christopher Columbus Monument are top sights worth seeing.
San Vincenzo
If you're spending some time in San Vincenzo, La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari are top sights worth seeing.
Carignano
Carignano might not have many top sights, but La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Castelletto
If you're spending some time in Castelletto, Spianata Castelletto and Castello d'Albertis are top sights worth seeing.
Foce
While visiting Foce, you might make a stop by sights like Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Bluetrekkers.
Centro Est
Centro Est is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, popular aquarium and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Christopher Columbus Monument or Piazza Acquaverde while you're exploring the neighbourhood.