Genoa Private Historical Walking Tour

Genoa is one of the most beautiful cities of Italy, which offer a rich history, a strong culture and of course the sea. The historical centre of Genoa is one of the largest ones in Europe, so do not miss the opportunity to visit this marvellous city! You will meet your private local guide at the Old Port and from here your journey will start. Walk along the typical alleys of the city, where you can find numerous cafés, restaurants and boutiques. Walk across the beautiful squares of Piazza San Lorenzo and Piazza De Ferrari. Pass by the stunning Rolli Palaces, UNESCO World Heritage. Next reach Cristopher Columbus' House, where you can see the three caravels designed with flowerbeds in the gardens nearby. Finally end the tour in Spianata Castelletto, a spectacular terrace with a full view of Genoa. In 3 hours you will truly immerse yourself in the culture, architecture and history of Genoa!

Meeting Point

Piazza Banchi

Piazza Banchi, Genova GE, Italy

Meet your guide in front of Banca Carige in Piazza Banchi.

What's included:

• Expert local guide
• Admission tickets for elevator to Spianata Castelletto
• Private walking tour

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Piazza Banchi

Piazza Banchi, Genoa

Piazza Banchi is one of the many squares of Genoa. Here you will marvel at the beautiful architecture of the Loggia Dei Mercanti, where merchants would trade the merchandise they would bring form foreign countries.

20 minutes

Caruggi Genoa

, , Genoa, 16123

The Caruggi mean literally alley in Ligurian dialect. Genoa is famous for its maze of alleys, full of cafés, restaurants and boutiques.

Pass by without stopping

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova

Piazza S. Lorenzo, Genoa, 16123

The Cathedral of San Lorenzo is the main church of the city of Genoa. It is located in Piazza San Lorenzo, which is one of the main squares of Genoa. The Church is a perfect example of medieval architecture.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi

West from Piazza Fontane Marose, Genoa

Via Garibaldi is house to the Rolli Palaces, a complex of Renaissance Royal apartments that would be home to the aristocrats that lived in Genoa.

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Palazzi dei Rolli

Via Garibaldi, , Genoa, 16124

The Rolli Palaces are multiple palaces one after the other, that used to be residence for the aristocrats of Genoa. Today the royal palaces are visitable and are part of the UNESCO World Heritage for its beauty and authenticity.

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Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

, Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari, Genoa, 16121

Piazza De Ferrari is the main square of Genoa and is one of the most beautiful! It has a marvellous fountain in the middle, that is the symbol of the city.

30 minutes

La Casa di Colombo

Via di Porta Soprana, , Genoa, 16121

The House of Christopher Columbus is the last stop of your tour. Before saying goodbye to your guide, ask for further suggestions of places to visit and restaurant where to eat the typical Trofie al Pesto.

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Spianata Castelletto

Genoa, 16124

You will end the tour with a magnificent visit on the terrace of Spianata Castelletto, that gives you a full view of Genoa from a high point of view. Reach the terrace by a lift and enjoy some relaxing time.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included