Top 10 Day Trips from in Genoa, Liguria

December 31, 2021 Hana Mouser

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. Cinque Terre Private Day Trip from Genoa with Local English Speaking Driver

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At the first village you will stop, it seems to go back in time! Riomaggiore, where your driver drops you off, is a gem, with its alleys, its castle and the typical colored houses overlooking the small harbor of the seaside village. After some leisure time to spend in this picturesque village, take the boat or train (your own epenses) to reach Manarola, another wonderful village. Here your driver will pick you up to drive you to Vernazza, probably the most charming of the Cinque Terre. Here you will have lunch in one of the typical restaurants. After lunch, you will take the route to Monterosso (by boat or train at your expenses) and enjoy a pleasant walk along the waterfront. at the end of your visit in this wonderful village, you will go back to Genoa with your dirver Please note that it's not possible to move by car between the villages, ths is why the route shoud be made by trains or boats.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private English speaking driver

Exclusions: Boat or train ride approximately € 4.00 to € 13.00 per person

Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

2. Shore Excursion: Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Private Day Trip from 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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3. Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Private Tour by Train from Genoa & Boat Ride

Piazzale Stazione Marittima Parking, Piazzale Stazione Marittima, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Guided Tours of Genoa
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If you are staying in Genoa or passing by with a cruise, you cannot miss the chance to visit Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. You will visit these towns thanks to the help of a local that will guide you along this journey. Reach Santa Margherita Ligure by train and spend some leisure time in this amazing town overlooking the sea. Taste some freshly baked Focaccia, which is a typical flat bread of the Ligurian coast. Once you finish your tour of Santa Margherita Ligure, catch the ferry to the Portofino. While on the ferry don’t forget to look outside, enjoy the breeze and marvel at the spectacular views of Santa and Portofino from a unique point of view. As you arrive in Portofino you will have some time to stroll around the Piazzetta and go up to Brown’s Castle to marvel at the stunning view from land. This tour is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to visit two of the most exclusive towns of Italy in just one day!

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Private tour, Ferry ticket, Train tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

4. Tour from Genoa to Portofino,Santa Margherita and Camogli

Stazione Marittima, Ponte Dei Mille, 1, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Enrico Limousine Service - Tours
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Departure at 9 am from Genoa cruise terminal, arrival at the harbor of Santa Margherita at about 9:45 am, from where, in about 20 minutes, you can reach Portofino by boat, visit of Portofino and return by boat to Santa Margherita at 12:30, tour of the village of Santa Margherita and lunch in a typical trattoria. After lunch, through the pass of La Ruta, overlooking the Mount of Portofino, we reach Camogli by car, visit of the picturesque old town and at around 3:30 pm we return back to Genoa along the coastal road, with a stop to the center before to back on board.

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Tickets for ferry boat

Reviewed By Barbara R

Excellent service provided. On time and driver extremely friendly and competent. Needed to get to verona for opera. Appreciated how skillful the driver was negotiating small streets and making certain we were in the right place before leaving. Transporting a family of 8.

5. 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!!

6. Portofino & Santa Margherita Private Day Trip from Genoa with Local Driver

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Enjoy a day trip on the Ligurian Coastline, visiting the unique village of Portofino and the charming center of Santa Margherita Ligure. Or you will be staying at a hotel, you will be able to pick up a local driver. Explore the little harbor and the Piazzetta with its picturesque colored houses. The San George church, or the Castle Brown, which is the best view of the steep cliff that draws the coast. Stop for lunch and relax before driving with Santa Margherita Ligure: walk along the ancient fisherman's port, you can still see the old fisherman's houses, which exist with the luxury modern hotels. After some time to spend through the streets of "Santa", your driver will take you back to Genoa port or hotel.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel or Port Pick-up / drop-off, Private English speaking driver

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Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

7. Genova and Portofino Day Trip from Milan with Hotel Pickup

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Discover Genoa, a city with a glorious past! Spend your morning in the Birthplace of Christopher Columbus, which today is one of the most charming cities in Northern Italy. Finish your day in Portofino, the pearl of the Ligurian sea with its quintessential feel and crystalline green waters. The biggest medieval town in Europe, Genoa maintains the charm of the ancient maritime republic. The Ancient Harbor renovated in 1992 by the architect Renzo Piano and the labyrinth of narrow alleyways in the old town are just two of the many attractions of this city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guided tour of Genoa, Boat trip from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

8. Tour of Genoa and Day Trip to Portofino from Genoa

Galata Museo del Mare, Calata Ansaldo De Mari, 1, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Discover Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, a city with a glorious past. Spend your morning in is one of the most charming cities in Northern Italy. Also visit Portofino, the pearl of the Ligurian sea, and see its crystalline green waters.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide, Roundtrip boat ride from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino, 2-hour Genoa walking tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

9. Private Day Trip to Cinque Terre from Genoa With Local Driver and Pick-Up

Raphael Tours in Genoa

A driver will pick you up in Genoa and take you to visit the Cinque Terre. It takes one hour and a half drive to get there. The first village will be Riomaggiore, where your driver drops you off, a historic town, dating XIII century, full of vineyards where you can try some delicious local wine. You will go to your next stop, Manarola, taking the train or boat (your own espenses). Manarola is a lovely town where you can enjoy some leisure time and some shopping. Then your driver will pick up you to drive you in Vernazza, here you will enjoy a lunch in a local restaurant. After that, you will take the boat or train and will reach your last stop, Monterosso, where you can enjoy a gelato and relax through the streets of this charming town. Finished the tour, your driver will take you back to Genoa. Please note that it's not possible to move by car between the villages, that's why among the villages you need to move by train or boat.

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

Exclusions: Boat or train ride approximately €4,00 to €13,00 a person

10. offroad 'n' tasty food - discover the countryside with us!

Piazza De Marini, P.za De Marini, 16123 Genova GE, Italy Bike Fever - Rental and Services

Forget the town and start your bike adventure into the wild! Explore the woods of the "City Wall Natural Park" and enjoy the beauty of the riviera from the mountains. Explore the ancient fortresses around the town Ride an e-MTB quality bike with our trusted guides in a safe and funny paths and taste the delicious product of our local farmers... but be ready for the adrenalin downhill path!

Inclusions: coffee and focaccia or icecream, Use of bicycle, a typical local lunch in an "ostaia" into the woods, beverage included, an Italian Ice Cream on the way back, Bottled water

Exclusions: Private transportation

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 !

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