This tour includes the highlights of Genoa's Old Town along with panoramic views over the city. It is the best option for guests with limited time available.
After meeting your guide you drive into the city of Christopher Columbus. Your first stop is the panoramic terrace of Castelletto, with views over the historical center of Genoa, the port and the Lanterna lighthouse, considered the symbol of the city.
Next you enjoy a walking tour of the old town starting at the House of Columbus near the medieval gate of Porta Soprana. You visit Piazza De Ferrari, the contemporary heart of the town, home to the Carlo Felice Opera House and several fountains. You also see the Ducale Palace, with its neoclassical facade, once the seat of government of the Republic of Genoa.
Then you walk to Piazza San Matteo, one of the best preserved examples of a medieval residential quarter in Italy. San Matteo was the square of the Doria family, and it still largely retains its medieval look, with palaces, porticoes and the traditional black and white striped facades typical of Genoese architecture.
Churches seen include Saint Andreas, considered a masterpiece of Genoese baroque, and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. Consecrated in 1118 and largely rebuilt in Gothic style after a fire in 1296, the cathedral's distinctive black and white striped facade was completed in 1312. Several renovations over the centuries have left their mark, and the variety of art on display gives your visit a virtual course in Italian art history.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, our Genoa tours and Genoa Shore Excursions can also be customized to fit your needs. If you have a larger group, we can offer you a private Genoa tour using a mid-size bus or full size coach. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote.
Review Location- Genoa 
