Top Genoa Arts & Design

Explore the historical center of Genoa on a self-guided tour that combines travel with entertainment. Use the tour guide app to find games and puzzles, and use clues to solve your way to the next location on the map. Discover Christopher Columbus’ house, the Doge’s Palace, and many more iconic local buildings and monuments as you travel the city.

Stroll through the historic center of Genoa with a typical storyteller to immerse yourself in the legends and life of this historic port city. Join your guide on this unusual itinerary that stops at important churches, squares and towers to tell fun stories accompanied by the music of a guitar. Explore the corners of Genoa off the typical tourist trail and discover the unique culture and history of the city as told by a modern 'minstrel'.

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!

We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa. We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

Explore the intriguing city of Genoa, known for its rich history of pirates, opulent palaces, and charming hidden alleys. This 3-hour private walking tour takes you through the UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli on Via Garibaldi and along the labyrinthine caruggi, revealing the stories of artisans and the legends of Columbus at the Old Port. Walk through centuries of history, from medieval grit to baroque elegance, while uncovering the contrasts of this maritime powerhouse. A private expert guide will personalize your route and provide insights into Genoa's vibrant culture. - Duration: 3-4 hours of exploration - Private expert guide for personalized insights - Discover hidden piazzas, ornate churches, and charming courtyards - Optional add-ons including Duomo rooftop access and exclusive museum visits

Genoa is waiting to be discovered. With this private tour you will get to know some of the most significant places of the densest old town in Europe, including tall houses, alleys and squares, noble palaces and precious churches, you will breathe the charm and tradition of a city where peoples meet, rich in history, hidden treasures and suggestive corners. The route winds through alleys and squares, opening now on the Cathedral, now on the Doge's Palace, now on Strada Nuova. Genoa is a city extremely linked to traditions, and its streets are dotted with ancient shops where time seems to have stopped.