Genoa Historical Centre

Genoa

Via Garibaldi
Palazzo Rosso
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Genoa Historical Centre
Palazzo Rosso

Popular places to visit

Piazza de Ferrari

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.

Piazza de Ferrari
Palazzo Ducale

Palazzo Ducale

Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Palazzo Ducale
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

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.

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Teatro Carlo Felice

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.

Teatro Carlo Felice
Santa Maria di Castello

Santa Maria di Castello

Inside this beautiful religious construction in Genoa are exquisite artworks commissioned by some of the most significant noble families of the city.

Santa Maria di Castello
Palazzo Rosso

Palazzo Rosso

Check out the stunning frescoes decorating the majestic rooms of this palace as well as the works of art in the gallery.

Palazzo Rosso

Things to do

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

HK$323
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass

Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass

HK$184
per adult
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular & Snack

Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular

HK$332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular
Discover the maritime history of Genoa, with its local street food

Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa

HK$544
per adult
Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa
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Taste Genoa: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better

HK$728
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste Genoa: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better
Genoa: Private City Walking Tour with Guide

Genoa: Private City Walking Tour with Guide

HK$2,304
per adult
Genoa: Private City Walking Tour with Guide
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Top hotels in Genoa Historical Centre

Bristol Palace Hotel

Bristol Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Via XX Settembre 35, Genoa, GE
The price is HK$2,044 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
HK$2,044
HK$2,339 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Safe, walkable, we loved the quaintness of the hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Bristol Palace Hotel
Best Western Plus City Hotel

Best Western Plus City Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Sebastiano 6, Genoa, GE
The price is HK$1,162 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
HK$1,162
HK$1,352 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (642 reviews)
"I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. It is in the Centro Storica, just steps from the Teatro Felice. However, it is located on a little side street off of via Roma, so it is very quiet and peaceful. The hotel is clean and modern, and the staff was pleasant, professional and very helpful concerning ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

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Best Western Hotel Porto Antico

Best Western Hotel Porto Antico

3 out of 5
Via al Ponte Calvi, 5, Genoa, GE
The price is HK$1,057 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
HK$1,057
HK$1,217 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff. When I arrived, my room's AC wasn't working, nor was the phone, and they graciously relocated my room. Centrally located in tourist area."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Best Western Hotel Porto Antico
Best Western Hotel Metropoli

Best Western Hotel Metropoli

3 out of 5
P.zza Fontane Marose, Genoa, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,075 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
HK$1,075
HK$1,237 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (656 reviews)
"Overall a great location in old Genoa with almost everything in walking distance or close to public transportation. The hotel is a little on the older side with some minor housekeeping issues and room condition. The room was fine but it could have used more closet space. The bathroom itself was very ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Best Western Hotel Metropoli
Hotel Nuovo Nord

Hotel Nuovo Nord

3 out of 5
Via Balbi 153/r, Genoa, GE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (571 reviews)
"Great location and easy check in. Very convenient to the cruise terminal (walking distance) and all public transportation. The front desk was very helpful in scheduling our taxi to the airport."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Hotel Palazzo Grillo

Hotel Palazzo Grillo

4 out of 5
Piazza delle Vigne 4, Genoa, GE
The price is HK$1,426 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
HK$1,426
HK$1,641 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (361 reviews)
"Gorgeous palazzo tastefully designed."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Hotel Palazzo Grillo
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Other neighbourhoods around Genoa Historical Centre

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Prè

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Prè, Christopher Columbus Monument and Piazza Principe are top sights worth seeing.

Prè
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San Vincenzo

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in San Vincenzo, Piazza de Ferrari and Mercato Orientale Genova are top sights worth seeing.

San Vincenzo
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Carignano

5/5(1 area review)

Carignano might not have many top sights, but Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and Piazza de Ferrari are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carignano
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Foce

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Foce, you might make a stop by sights like Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Chiesa Ellenica Ortodossa.

Foce
Genoa

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 Spianata Castelletto or Christopher Columbus Monument while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Centro Est
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Centro Ovest

Unique features of Centro Ovest include the waterfront views and historical sites. Make a stop by Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal or La Lanterna while you're exploring the area.

Centro Ovest

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