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Sightseeing in Genoa - what to see. Complete travel guide

Genova-Liguria Genoa is the capital of Liguria province, Italy. This is a port-city that has a great economic importance for whole country. La Lanterna lighthouse built in the port of Genoa is one of the most known local places of interest.
Shopping in Genoa - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
The central Via XX Settembre street is the busiest shopping street of Genoa. It is a continuous series of boutiques and shopping pavilions. Stores of famous world brands are located there. … Open
Genoa is a famous center of ship building and heavy machinery, a city of universities, a large tourist and scientific center. In 2004 Genoa was praised to have the title “the cultural capital of Europe”. Moreover, in the city is well developed food industry that mainly specializes of pasta making, and fishing.
Start your observing of Genoa from the city’s port that is especially beautiful on sunsets. The old port hides a real treasure – San Giorgio Palazzo that was built in XIII century according to all canons of the Renaissance architecture. While walking on a historical center of the city you can see medieval buildings surrounded by walls and houses of XIV century. In Palazzo Spinola dei Pellicceria is located the National Gallery of Liguria. Inner decoration of the gallery’s walls is made in baroque style. The furniture inside the building is very old and expensive. “Gallery of Mirrors” is also a popular tourist destination. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Family holidays with kids in Genoa. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
In Genoa, it is easy to find suitable entertainment for young travelers. One of the main attractions of the city is the Acquario di Genova. This aquarium is one of the largest in Europe and … Open
Garibaldi Street is referred to most well-known streets of Italy because almost any town in this country has such street. In XIV century most noble and rich people of Genoa lived in this street.

This year has been opened a new museum that is organized in a submarine. The submarine named Nazario Sauro was demobilized from Italian Navy and transferred to Museum of Sea.
Genova con la G11 Genoa has many scenic districts that are perfect for hiking. One of the most beautiful and recognizable is the Boccadasse district. It is located along the promenade of Corso, Italy. The main features of this district are historic houses, the facades of which are painted in bright colors. Once, in these houses lived fishermen. Tourists will be interested to stroll through the narrow historical streets and look into the most hidden corners of the district.
Cuisine of Genoa for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
Restaurants of Genoa will become a real treasure for fans of Italian cuisine. Connoisseurs of other culinary traditions will also have no problems finding a suitable place to relax and enjoy … Open
Among the architectural monuments of Genoa, it is necessary to highlight the Princely Villa. This magnificent mansion was built in the 17th century for the famous marine admiral who ruled the city for several years. At the time of construction, this villa was the most stylish in the city. It hosted the most distinguished guests and held solemn events. Of great interest today is a landscaped garden in front of the villa, in which the unique fountain of 1585 were preserved.
Piazza de Ferrari Lovers of walking in historical places must visit the D’Albertis Castle. It was built in the second half of the 19th century and until 1932 belonged to the famous sea captain Enrico Alberto d’Albertis. The beautiful castle in the Neo-Gothic style has been preserved almost in its original form until now. Presently, part of the historic building is occupied by the most interesting Museum of World Cultures, in which exhibits from all parts of the world are collected.
Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Genoa inhabitants
Genoa has already become a permanent venue of numerous festivals and cultural events of the international level. Just before the Christmas holidays Genoa hosts Festival of Circus Art, which … Open
Among the religious attractions, the Church of Santa Maria di Castello deserves a high priority. It was built in the 9th century. Unsurprisingly, this beautiful church changed its appearance many times in more than a thousand years. In the 14th century a monastery was built next to it. This ancient church has been in operation since the foundation. Today in the building of the monastery, which at the beginning of the 20th century fell into poor shape, is a small historical museum.
Genova Corso Italia In 2004, the Galata Museo del Mare was opened in Genoa. It is located in the port region and occupies a very beautiful modern building. The main exhibits of this museum are models of ancient ships of different eras. Still, on its territory there is an interesting library, in which stored samples of old documents, navigation maps and other interesting exhibits, one way or another related to the ship business are stored. This modern museum will be interesting for the whole family to visit.
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Genoa
♥   Shopping area ' Via San Vincenzo' Genoa, 1.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Via Roma' Genoa, 1.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Via XX Settembre' Genoa, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Via XXV Aprile' Genoa, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Via Luccoli' Genoa, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Genoa
♥   Castle 'Castello Mackenzie' Genoa, 0.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Palazzo Cicala' , 1.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Albertis Castle' Genoa, 2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello Raggio' Genoa, 6.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello di Montoggio' Montoggio, 13.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Genoa
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Cinque Terre' , 68.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Genoa and around
♥   Art museum 'Musei di Strada Nuova' Genoa, 1.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Doge s Genoa' Genoa, 1.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Diocesan Museum' Genoa, 1.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museum of Genoa Cathedral s Treasure' Genoa, 1.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Palazzo Reale' Genoa, 1.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Genoa from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Balestrino

From the series “The Most Impressive Abandoned Cities on the Planet”
Check on the map:   Distance from Genoa center - 69.9 km.
There exist a considerable amount of priceless historical attractions. Visitors can see the beautiful St. Andrew church that survived by some miracle after the devastating earthquakes. Beautiful St. George Cathedral which is remained untouched and which is decorated with priceless frescoes of the 15th century. New earthquakes pose a real threat to Balestrino. The risk is high and the unique historical objects may be ruined at any time. … Read further

Aquarium of Genoa

From the series “The Coolest and Largest Oceanariums in the World”
Check on the map:   Distance from Genoa center - 2 km.
Visitors will have an opportunity to admire the most incredible deep sea inhabitants, which are now living in a huge aquarium, and watch the stingrays that lurk in a large outdoor tank. In total, there are 70 aquarium tanks. More than one hour is necessary to get acquainted with all sea creatures. There is also an exclusive ride, which is called Night Shark. Once a month, everyone can spend a night in the aquarium and watch the behavior of its inhabitants after dark. … Read further
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Travel News
Europeans Hope to Travel This Summer

Every month, ETC publishes an upgraded travel report with information about limitations caused by COVID-19, current market sentiment, and the biggest challenges that the market faces. The latest issue of the report is based on the data collected in January 2021. Today, Europeans are equally concerned about the number of COVID-19 cases and possible quarantine measures for travelers (15% each). Safety is more important when before these days. Almost two-thirds (69%) of respondents say that they are willing to travel to places that have strict health protocols. Only 21% of respondents see health protocols as a potential threat to their trouble-free vacation. Read this

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Sightseeing in regions nearby Genoa

Portofino
There are no direct routes to Portofino, so prepare to make a change. As a rule, tourists prefer to arrive in Genoa first. After this, the sea is the most comfortable way of reaching Portofino. There is a ferry that connects the two settlements every day. In Genoa, there is a large airport that receives flights from many large European cities. The distance from the airport to ... Open »
Liguria
Imperia is rich in architectural landmarks. Here you can see the Cathedral of San Maurizio that is the largest temple in the province, as well as the beautiful palace Doria built in the mid16th century. Nature lovers would like the town of Portofino with its picturesque olive groves, vineyards and palm thickets. The medieval castle of San Giorgio and the old lighthouse are ... Open »
Savona
Art-lovers will be interested in visiting Art Gallery, which exhibits priceless canvases of medieval masters and contemporary authors. Just like any modern city, Savona has numerous entertainment and shopping complexes. Shops here feature a wide selection of clothing by top brands. Female tourists will not be able to stay indifferent to elegant collections of jewelry and ... Open »
Manarola
Manarola is a medieval town. According to historical data, the first mentions of this Italian settlement date back to the Roman Empire period. At that time, a settlement called Volastra was on the site of the modern town. Ancient documents state that a small fishing village existed in the area in 1338. Later, this village became bigger and changed its name to Manarola. The ... Open »
La Spezia
Castello San Giorgio wins the title of the main attraction of La Spezia. The beautiful fortification stands on the Poggio hill. The construction works started in the middle of the 13th century. The castle was supposed to protect the region from alien attacks. Over the centuries, Castello San Giorgio was rebuilt a number of times. Nowadays, this is a marvelous fortress with ... Open »
Asti
Ancient Romans built a military camp in this region in 129 BC. This fact marked the start of the history of Asti. The city had to endure a tough period during the Migration Period when barbaric tribes were invading the region and mercilessly robbing local people. When Lombards divided North Italy into three duchies, Asti became the capital of one of them. Carolingians ... Open »
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