The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Genoa, Liguria

August 30, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

Wandering the narrow caruggi alleyways of Genoa is a bit like solving a medieval labyrinth. In the heart of the Italian port city lies Piazza de Ferrari, a main square with a beautiful fountain and a perimeter lined with historic buildings, including the Palace of the Doges the Teatro Carlo Felice, which was destroyed during WWII and subsequently rebuilt. The seaside neighborhood of Boccadasse is vision of pink and yellow buildings that brighten up this lovely fishing village.
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1. Genoa Walking Tour: Discover Hidden Treasures and Street Food

Genova Piazza Principe, 16134 Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy Karl Ziegler Journeys
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Trek through Genoa to discover the best places, hidden spots, best bars, small osterias, secret old shops, secluded squares: taste the real Focaccia and pesto (it was invented here) and the superb trofie at our preferred Restaurant. Be impressed by the phenomenal beauty of the ancient palaces, see the First " Jeans " textile, indeed were invented here... you will see. Drink tasty wine in real 'old style' bars in the old part of the city and wonder in front of the magic of an ancient Templar Hospital. And Welcome :-).

Inclusions: Street food, Drinks in the old Bars, Lunch in a Tipical Trattoria, All transports (Trains, Bus, Lifts, Cable-way), Aperitivo (one cocktail), Guide, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Everything not listed in 'Inclusions'

Reviewed By d r

We had a great day! Thanks for all of the insights and information. And thanks for being prepared for the little rain and wind we encountered.

2. Genoa Food Tour and Pesto Class - private tour

Genova Brignole, Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, 2, 16121 Genova GE, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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If you love Italian food traditions, this is the perfect tour for you! Discover centuries-old food shops and learn to prepare authentic pesto with this private 4-hour tour and cooking class in Genoa. Enjoy a walking tour of Genoa's historic center, exploring historic bakeries, an old friggitoria, and more. Enter an ancient aristocratic palace open just for you and learn from locals how to make authentic pesto with a mortar and pestle. - Walk at your pace with no rush or strict schedule. - Enter a private Renaissance palace, open just for you. - Knowledgeable and passionate local guide at disposal only for you. - The tour can be customized based on your interests. - Flexible departure times. - Hassle-free pickup from your central Genoa hotel.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private tour, Private pesto lesson, Pesto tasting accompanied by the typical focaccia, local wine and a dessert with local cookies, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By caznewland

Genoa was such an interesting city, we enjoyed the old town, markets and our guide clearly knew the city well. The Pesto cooking class was a revelation, I've ordered my own pestle and mortar!!

3. Shore Excursion: Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Private Day Trip from Genoa

Raphael Tours in Genoa
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During your journey in Genoa you can’t miss a day trip to Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. A drive will pick you up in Genoa, at your hotel or at the port, and he will take you first to the charming Portofino. Once arrived go ahead and walk around the main square “La Piazzetta”, and then go up to Saint George’s church and the Brown’s Castle, where you can admire one of the most exclusive views of the Ligurian coastline. Enjoy your lunch in Portofino and then, you will be taken to Santa Margherita Ligure. It is a lovely fishermen village, with antique house and modern luxurious hotels. Relax while eating "gelato", the italian ice cream, and walk through the streets of “Santa”, as it is called from locals. At the end of your tour your driver will take you back to Genoa, while you will keep memories of this wonderful day very longer!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private English Speaking Driver

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4. Genoa Private Daytrip from Milan by Car

City Life, 20145 Milano MI, Italy Milan Tours
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What if I told you that there is a hidden gem in the North, a place that few people regard, totally off the beaten path yet only 2 hours away from Milan… what if I told you that this place, nevertheless, once used to be the dominating force in the Mediterranean? What if I told you Christopher Columbus and Marco Polo… what if I told you Italy’s main harbour, where almost all emigrants left from towards the United States of America, and so maybe even your own Italian ancestors? A city you have never seen before as such, great in its medieval glory, devotional to the sea yet embraced by tall mountains, the most densely built medieval city centre of Europe, buildings as old as 900 years yet still normally inhabited - daily life and hidden activities? Oh you would only dream to visit such a town, if only you knew it existed. This I heard so often before: If only I knew … Well, now you know. Don’t miss Genoa. I will take you there.

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5. Rickshaw tour in Genova

Galata Museo del Mare, Calata Ansaldo De Mari, 1, 16126 Genova GE, Italy TreeCycle Genoa
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You will discover the most hidden places of Genoa, guided by local people who will entertain you with interesting stories and anectdotes about our beautiful city. Tours are available in english, french, spanish, german and italian.

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Reviewed By Relax01079708809

It was awesome to discovert the beauty of Genova and to ride along the sea by electrobike. We had a lot of fun! Thank you Gavino for your interessting historical explanaitons about Genova and the great restorant recommandation! We did the 4 hours tour and went to Boccadasse, Nervi, Castello and discoverd Genovas labyrinth of little streets. It was a perfect day and the best way to see Genova.

6. Good Morning rider: discovering the town by bike

Piazza De Marini, P.za De Marini, 16123 Genova GE, Italy Bike Fever - Rental and Services
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A tour especially designed for those whom can't stop cycling. After a guided tour of the city center and a taste of our flavors you will be free to discover the town by yourself having the bike to ride until 7.00 pm. Chose your favourite bike or e-bike and unveal the beauty of "La Superba"

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, coffee and focaccia or icecream, Bottled water

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Reviewed By JanVercammenGeel

Very nice experience. Very helpfull and friendly owners. Bike in Genova is really easy and you see a lot . You van also bike to Boccadese or the beach . Grazie !

7. Old Port bike Tour

Piazza De Marini, P.za De Marini, 16123 Genova GE, Italy Bike Fever - Rental and Services
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Hop on a bicycle and explore Genoa’s historic centre with us. You will encounter an urban city towards Art and Architecture, from the Middle Ages to the Modern Era. It has never been so easy and fun to discover Genoa by bike, so don't miss the opportunity and visit us. Bring your own camera to record everything. We will stop in a few important sites, very appreciated and visited by those who love sightseeing and breathtaking canvas. This tour was developed especially for those who cannot abandon a bicycle and really want to take a different and unique tour throughout Genoa’s downtown.

Inclusions: coffee and focaccia or icecream, Use of bicycle, Bottled water

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Reviewed By JanVercammenGeel

Very nice experience. Very helpfull and friendly owners. Bike in Genova is really easy and you see a lot . You van also bike to Boccadese or the beach . Grazie !

8. E-bike tour in Genova

Piazza De Marini, P.za De Marini, 16123 Genova GE, Italy TreeCycle Genoa
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Treecycle brings you to discover the most unusual and beautiful places in town, out off the beaten tracks! The staff is made by local and enthusiastic guys and girls, that love their city and want to share with you its secrets and treasures; furthermore, we work only with small groups in order to guarantee a top quality level and to offer a tour tailored on you!

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Reviewed By Relax01079708809

It was awesome to discovert the beauty of Genova and to ride along the sea by electrobike. We had a lot of fun! Thank you Gavino for your interessting historical explanaitons about Genova and the great restorant recommandation! We did the 4 hours tour and went to Boccadasse, Nervi, Castello and discoverd Genovas labyrinth of little streets. It was a perfect day and the best way to see Genova.

9. Nervi and Camogli Private Tour with Focaccia Tasting

Genova Nervi, 16167 Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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- Discover Nervi, one of the most elegant neighborhoods in Genoa. - Walk along the amazing promenade that winds along the sea and the rocks with magnificent views extending till Portofino Promontory. - Be charmed by the special beauty of Nervi's park, unique historical gardens overlooking the sea - Discover ancient aristocratic villas - Fall in love with Camogli postcard picturesque village - Have a special focaccia tasting in the best bakery in Camogli Travel at your own pace with no rush, queues or strict schedule Discover beautiful spots far from mass tourism

Inclusions: Private guide, Train tickets, Focaccia tasting

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Reviewed By caznewland

Genoa was such an interesting city, we enjoyed the old town, markets and our guide clearly knew the city well. The Pesto cooking class was a revelation, I've ordered my own pestle and mortar!!

10. Guided tour of Genoa

Piazza Caricamento, Genova GE, Italy Discover Genoa
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You will have an AUTHORIZED LOCAL GUIDE, prepared and passionate at your disposal, to discover not only the history and art of Genoa, but also its traditions, culinary specialties (and you will have a little taste of it!) And the life of all days of a magnificent city, but which preserves its most beautiful treasures with great reserve.

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Exclusions: entrances to palaces or museums

Reviewed By Diago T

This is one of the most beautiful place that we have been through Italy. Amazing food. Sightseeing and people. Want to come back here as soonest.

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