Discover Genoa with us map local experiences and audio guide

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

A personalized welcome in a real local tourist office, with tailored advice, free map of Genoa and audio guide in 5 languages to explore the city on your own. This experience combines the hospitality of a real local tourist office with the freedom to visit Genoa independently. Upon arrival, a DEMA tourist informant will listen to your interests and the time available, advising you on what to see and how to best organize your day. You will receive a free map of Genoa, with monuments, viewpoints, museums, activities and selected local experiences. You will also have access to the audio guide in 5 languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish and German. You can follow the recommended route on your smartphone, stopping wherever you like and visiting the city at your own pace. The initial reception is reserved for the single Reservation.

What's Included

Audio tour
Map of the city
Fast Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in Piazza San Matteo 16B, inside Palazzo Domenicaccio Doria, in the historic center of Genoa. The office is just a few minutes walk from Piazza De Ferrari and Via Garibaldi.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Piazza San Matteo

    one of the most suggestive medieval squares of the city, linked to the powerful Doria family and characterized by elegant black and white striped facades.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

    monumental heart of Genoa, famous for its large fountain and surrounded by important buildings such as the Doge's Palace, the Carlo Felice Theatre and the Palazzo della Regione.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    La Casa di Colombo

    The itinerary then leads to the House of Christopher Columbus and Porta Soprana, one of the ancient gateways to the city, symbol of medieval Genoa.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova

    One of the main stops is the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, recognizable by its black and white marble facade. The audio guide tells the story of the cathedral, its legends and the treasures stored inside.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Old Port

    The route continues through the alleys of the historic center to the Old Port, a completely renovated area where the Aquarium of Genoa, the Bigo, the Galata Museum of the Sea and numerous attractions are located. Not far away is Palazzo San Giorgio, one of the most important historical buildings in the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta di Carignano

    The audio guide also leads to the Basilica of the Santissima Annunziata del Vastato, famous for its spectacular baroque interior decorated with frescoes, marble and gilded stucco.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Palazzi dei Rolli

    Then you reach Via Garibaldi, known in ancient times as Strada Nuova, where the splendid Palazzi dei Rolli, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, overlook. Here are also Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Tursi, seat of the Strada Nuova Museums.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Spianata Castelletto

    The route continues to the Spianata di Castelletto, one of the most beautiful panoramic points in Genoa, also accessible by the characteristic public lift. From here you can admire the historic center, the harbor and the Listing of the city.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Caruggi Genoa

    The last part of the itinerary crosses Via Orefici and Via Luccoli, among historic shops, noble palaces, shops and characteristic corners that tell the daily life of the most authentic Genoa.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by DEMA UFFICIO TURISTICO
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Shore Excursions
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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