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Things to see in Genoa (Italy): 187 places and when to go
Genoa is a city in Italy with around 647,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 187 places in and around it, mainly History (57), Mountains (53), Nature (44). The best known are Gulf of Genoa, Palazzo Rosso and Genoa Cathedral. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 44.41, 8.93
- Population
- About 647,000
- Places
- 187 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (57) · Mountains (53) · Nature (44) · Temples (35) · Hiking (31) · Museums and art (13)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MXP Ferno (VA), 137 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Maggiorasca, at 1,798 m.
What to see in Genoa
The places in and around Genoa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Gulf of GenoaBay to the north of Ligurian Sea27 km
- Palazzo RossoHistorical palace in Genoa, Italy208 m
- Genoa CathedralCathedral in Genoa, Italy288 m
- Lighthouse of GenoaLighthouse in Genoa, Italy2.1 km
- Doge's Palace, GenoaBuilding in Genoa, Italy361 m
- Christ of the AbyssSubmerged statue of Jesus Christ22 km
- Palazzi dei RolliHistory265 m
- Aquarium of GenoaAquarium in Genoa, Italy295 m
- Monte MaggiorascaNature · Mountains47 km
- Genoa: Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei RolliPalaces in Genoa, Italy. UNESCO World Heritage Site265 m
- Santa Maria Assunta, GenoaChurch in Genoa, Italy970 m
- Genoa-Saint George BridgeHighway bridge in Genoa, Italy3.8 km
- Palazzo RealePalace in Genua, Italy618 m
- Palazzo BiancoPalace in Genoa, Italy232 m
- MT HavenCrude oil carrier that sank off the coast of Genoa, Italy in 199119 km
- Palazzo Doria-TursiPalace-museum in Genoa273 m
- Arco della VittoriaMemorial arch in Genoa, Italy1.4 km
- Basilica della Santissima Annunziata del VastatoChurch in Genoa502 m
- Santa Maria delle VigneChurch building in Genoa, Italy128 m
- Monte PennaNature · Mountains45 km
- Museo Civico di Storia Naturale Giacomo DoriaNatural history museum in Genoa, Italy1.3 km
- Basilica di Nostra Signora Assunta, GenoaChurch building in Genoa, Italy6.6 km
- San Donato, GenoaChurch in Genoa, Italy493 m
- San Siro, GenoaChurch building in Genoa, Italy180 m
And the other 163, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Monte Figogna, Monte Bue, Aveto Natural Regional Park, Monte Aiona, Monte Alfeo, Monte Carmo, Monte Fasce, Monte di Portofino, Monte Giarolo, Monte Groppo Rosso, Monte Penello, Monte Pracaban, Monte Santa Croce, Monte Zatta, Portofino marine protected area, Bric del Dente, Bric del Terma, Monte delle Tre Croci, Monte Orditano, Punta Martin, Monte Alpesisa, Monte Bano, Cavalmurone, Monte Colma, Monte Cosfrone, Monte Crociglia, Monte Dego, Monte Ebro, Monte Legnà, Monte Montarlone, Monte Nero (Ligurian Apennine), Monte Oramara, Monte Poggio, Monte Roncalla, Poggio Rondino, Le Ciazze, Costa Lavezzara, Monte Giallo, Monte Moneglia, S.I.C. Torre Quezzi
- History: Porta Soprana, Villa del Principe, Christopher Columbus House, Mackenzie Castle, San Matteo, Palazzo Belimbau, D'Albertis Castle, Palazzo Ambrogio Di Negro, Palazzo Angelo Giovanni Spinola, Palazzo Campanella o di Baldassarre Lomellini, Palazzo Carrega-Cataldi, Palazzo Balbi Piovera Raggio, Palazzo Durazzo-Pallavicini, Palazzo Giacomo Spinola, Palazzo Doria, Palazzo Lercari-Parodi, Palazzo Lomellini-Doria Lamba, Palazzo Cambiaso Pallavicini, Palazzo Nicolosio Lomellino, Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, Palazzo Doria Spinola, Castello Brown, Loggia della Mercanzia, Palazzo Bartolomeo Lomellino, Palazzo Cattaneo-Adorno, Palazzo Cipriano Pallavicini, Palazzo Gerolamo Grimaldi, Palazzo Balbi Giacomo e Pantaleo, Palazzo Giacomo Lomellini, Palazzo Balbi Gio. Francesco, Palazzo Ayrolo Negrone, Palazzo Spinola Gambaro, Palazzo Interiano Pallavicini, Embriaci Tower, Italian submarine Nazario Sauro, Castello di Campo Ligure, Doria Castle, Tagliolo Monferrato Castle, Castle of Santo Stefano d'Aveto, Forte Geremia, Castle Malaspina Fieschi Doria, Villa Durazzo Bombrini, Forte Cascinotto, Fortezza di Villafranca
- Temples: Chiesa del Gesù e dei Santi Ambrogio e Andrea, Nostra Signora della Consolazione e San Vincenzo martire, Santa Maria di Castello, San Bartolomeo degli Armeni, San Fruttuoso Abbey, Cervara Abbey, Chiavari Cathedral, Shrine of Nostra Signora della Guardia, San Pancrazio, Genoa, San Pietro in Banchi, Genoa, Basilica di Santa Maria Immacolata, Commenda di San Giovanni di Pré, Santissimo Nome di Maria e degli Angeli Custodi, Genoa, Church of the Santissima Annunziata in Sturla, San Giorgio, Portofino, Sant'Anna, Genoa, Basilica of the Infant Jesus of Prague, Nostra Signora del Monte, San Siro di Struppa, San Giuliano, San Bernardo e Santissima Concezione, Nostra Signora del Rosario, Santissima Annunziata della Costa, San Sebastiano, San Lorenzo, Santuario della Cappelletta, Natività di Maria
- Museums and art: Edoardo Chiossone Museum of Oriental Art, Galata – Museo del mare, Villa Croce Museum of Contemporary Art, Wolfsoniana, Frugone Collection
- Architecture: Gorsexio Viaduct, Punta Vagno Lighthouse
- Mountains: Rifugio Ezio Orsi, Rifugio Piani di San Lorenzo, Agririfugio Molini, Cadifugio, Rifugio Antonio Devoto, Rifugio Astass, Rifugio Casermette del Penna, Rifugio Faggio dei Tre Comuni, Rifugio G.A.E.P. Vincenzo Stoto, Rifugio Malga Zanoni, Rifugio Monte Aiona - Pratomollo, Rifugio Prato della Cipolla, Rifugio Treggin Roccagrande
- Beaches: Spiaggia di Vernazzola, Hotel Punta San Martino, La Vecchia Arenzano, Punta Chiappa Levante
- Diving: ASD POSIDONIA, Palestra subacquea Arenzano, Presepe degli Abissi di Albisola, Wrack `Genova`
- Food and drink: Birrificio Artana, Bisson Vini Cantina degli Abissi, Il Birrificio di Savona
- Hiking: Bivacco Umberto Sacchi, Cammino Piemonte Sud, Cascina Veirera, Rifugio Case Vaccà, Rifugio Ciaè, Rifugio Semaforo Vecchio, Riparo Leveè, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - tappa 10, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - tappa 6, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - tappa 7, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - tappa 8, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - tappa 9, Sentiero dei Celti e dei Liguri - variante semplice tappa 9, Sentiero Verdeazzurro, Via dei Remi - tappa 4, Via dei Remi - tappa 5
- Stargazing: Osservatorio Astronomico del Parco dell'Antola, Osservatorio Astronomico di Lerma, Planetario e Osservatorio Astronomico Giuseppe Giacomotti
- With kids: Osservatorio Astronomico del Righi, Parco acquatico Lavagello
When to go to Genoa
The best time to visit Genoa is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:01
- FebPossible10:13
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:15
- MayBest time14:36
- JunBest time15:20
- JulPossible15:02
- AugPossible13:51
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:21
- DecPossible8:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. In June, 184 of the 187 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Genoa
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP, Ferno (VA)), 137 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Genoa?
The best known: Gulf of Genoa, Palazzo Rosso, Genoa Cathedral, Lighthouse of Genoa, Doge's Palace, Genoa. In all, 187 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Genoa?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40.
How do you get to Genoa?
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), 137 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Genoa as the destination and these 187 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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