Genoa to experience
Genoa isn't just history, but also daily life, filled with events, music, and good food. Its squares host concerts, markets, and festivals that enliven the city year-round, from the Old Port to Piazza De Ferrari.
In the alleyways, you'll find traditional eateries, wine bars, and trattorias where you can enjoy the best of Ligurian cuisine, as well as pubs and clubs that liven up the evenings. Each neighborhood holds its own unique features: murals, historic shops, unexpected views, and authentic atmospheres that capture Genoa's true spirit.
Genoa is a unique city, suspended between sea and mountains, history and modernity. Walking through its "caruggi"—medieval alleyways—you'll encounter hidden squares, ancient noble palaces, and churches brimming with art. The Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the largest in Europe, vibrant and surprising at every turn.
From the charm of the Palazzi dei Rolli to the modern Porto Antico with the Aquarium and the Bigo, Genoa always amazes: a city to be experienced on foot, breathing in its contrasts, the scents and colours that make it unmistakable.
Whether you're here for tourism, work, or study, Genoa will welcome you with its strong and charming character, ready to offer you new emotions at every step.
Genoa to love
Genoa is more than just historic buildings and the sea: it's a vertical city, made up of public elevators, funiculars, and stairways that reveal hidden and surprising corners. Among colorful markets, ancient forts, historic villas, and unique churches, every neighborhood holds stories, legends, and details waiting to be discovered.
From the Santa Brigida troughs to the Eastern Market, from the lesser-known squares to the streets celebrated by De André, "Secret Genoa" takes you on a journey off the beaten path, discovering curiosities and wonders waiting to be explored.