Genoa Panoramic City Tour by Funicular with Guide + Ebook

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the unique landscape of Genoa, where the sea meets the mountains and the city stretches across scenic hillsides, now including a complimentary eBook to enrich your experience. Travel through the city using Genoa’s traditional funiculars and public lifts, reaching the Upper Town with ease while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views over the rooftops, harbor, and coastline. Walk along the historic Creuze, narrow ancient paths connecting the lower city to the hills, and discover hidden corners full of charm and history. Pass through a fascinating medieval district where stories, local traditions, and original songs bring Genoa’s culture to life. From the highest point, descend toward the city center through peaceful residential neighborhoods filled with colorful houses, gardens, trees, and flowers. After the tour, keep the memories alive with an exclusive eBook featuring local insights and useful tips.

What's Included

Public transport (elevator and funicular or bus)
guide
Ebook guide
Pick up from/to Hotel
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you with a small guitar in a black cover under the "Banco di Sardegna" sign.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Centro storico di Genova

    Located in the heart of Genoa, the Historic Centre of Genoa is one of the largest and best-preserved medieval old towns in Europe. This fascinating district is a maze of narrow alleys known as caruggi, historic squares, and centuries-old buildings that reflect the city’s rich maritime and cultural heritage. Walking through the historic center, visitors can discover impressive churches, noble palaces, lively markets, and hidden courtyards that reveal the daily life of Genoa through the centuries. The area is also home to important landmarks connected to the powerful maritime republic that once dominated trade across the Mediterranean. Recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage area together with the famous Palazzi dei Rolli, Genoa’s historic center offers an authentic atmosphere where history, art, and local traditions come together, making it one of the most captivating places to explore in the city.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
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    Genoa

    Experience a unique perspective of Genoa as you explore the city where sea and mountains meet. This panoramic journey takes you through the medieval quarter, where narrow streets and historic buildings reveal the charm of Genoa’s past. Along the way, you will walk through the traditional Creuze, the ancient paths that connect the waterfront to the hills, once used by locals traveling between the port and the upper parts of the city. As the tour climbs toward the Upper Town, you will enjoy breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the harbor, rooftops, and surrounding hills. Thanks to Genoa’s historic funiculars and public elevators, reaching the higher areas becomes part of the adventure itself. The route also passes through peaceful residential neighborhoods filled with colorful houses, gardens, trees, and flowers, offering a quieter and authentic side of Genoa while revealing stunning panoramic views of the city below.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is advisable not to book tours on the same day, with close times
  • Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour with us
  • The order of the itinerary may vary, at the guide's discretion.
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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