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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. Ossoli Incisioni
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Specialized in the creation of many laser engraved gifts . The incisions are made at the time with drawings , phrases , names , and more. Choose from lots of items all made from wood such as : Pens , Keychains , items for the kitchen , beauty items , cover for smartphones , USB keys and household items.
2. Antica Farmacia Erboristica Sant'Anna dei Frati Carmelitani Scalzi
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5.0 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By rickypar
The Herbal Chemistry of Sant'Anna it's a cosy and secret place in Genova helpful for your health! Here the chemists monks make herbal remedies since 1650! The pharmacy is easy to reach by bus 36 or by the Sant'Anna funicular (that it's itself something not to miss)
3. Musei di Strada Nuova
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
Palazzo Tursi Since 2004, the Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Tursi – the three historical, municipally-owned stately homes in the 16th-century Strada Nuova – constitute a continuous exhibition devoted to ancient art: the Museums of Strada Nuova. The Palazzo Rosso, historical residence of the Brignole Sale family, and the Palazzo Bianco, a prestigious art gallery, have been open to the public since the end of the 19th century; the Palazzo Tursi, the seat of the Municipality, hosts a museum as well as cultural and official events. Joint in a continuous exhibition path, the three buildings retain their own specific historical features and collections, transforming the Strada Nuova into a real ‘museum-street’: a masterpiece of the Genoese architectural and residential tradition, with a cultural establishment unique in size, features, quality and prestige. The Museums of Strada Nuova also provide cafeteria services and bookshops.
Reviewed By CWBuff - Abington, United States
One of numerous museums on Via Garibaldi and part of a combination ticket (I would still recommmend getting the Museum Pass though - even the 24hr one - you'll get your moneys worth on the 2nd entry) Just.... too much stuff to describe!!!! Frescoes, paintings, furniture, metal & porcelaine things - all with nice doze of history! Highly recommend
4. Palazzi dei Rolli
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4.5 based on 1,057 reviews
On 13 July 2006, the site"Genoa: le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli" entered UNESCO’s World Heritage List of the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Forming an organic urban unit, the site is made up of late-Renaissance and Baroque streets and squares lined by over a hundred palaces belonging to the city’s noble families. The grandest residences, each with its own architectural style and individual character, were an official lists (Rolli), and lots were drawn to decide which palace would have the privilege of playing host to visiting state dignitaries. Often erected on sloping ground, the Palazzi dei Rolli were designed according to the sequence atrium-courtyard-grand staircase-gardens and boast richly decorated interiors. They embody a distinctive social and economic identity and mark the beginning of the era of modern urban architecture in Europe.
Reviewed By Susywonder
It's one of the best example in Europe of aristocrat palaces only in one street. Not to miss, especially during the rolli days
5. Centro di documentazione per la Storia, l'Arte e l'Immagine di Genova
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
The DOCSAI centre is located in the annexes of the Palazzo Rosso, the least visible of the three buildings of the complex constructed for the Brignole-Sale family between the 17th and 18th century. The DOCSAI Centre (Documentation Center for the History, Art and Image) of Genoa consists of three sections: - Art History Library - Cartographic and Topographical Collections - The Photo Archive and GenovaFotografia
6. Spianata Castelletto
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4.5 based on 2,635 reviews
Reviewed By U8248AVstephanieb - Charlotte, United States
I walk up here every morning after breakfast when we are in Genova to enjoy the view. It's a nice walk (but steep!) and you can walk some more when you get up to Spianata Castelletto or you can sit on the benches and enjoy the view. Take the lift if the steps up are not your thing. This is a must see if you are in Genova.
7. Arduino 1870
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Old store specilized in antiques, antique jewelry, costume jewelry, coins and medals, collectables.
8. Palazzo Lomellino di Strada Nuova
9. Funicolare Zecca - Righi
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4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By golferinred - Orlando, United States
We have been to Genoa many times, this was our first trip on the Funicular, the cost was 1.50 euro each, very reasonable. You purchase your ticket & validate it before getting on the Funicular, which runs every 15 to 20 minutes, at the top the views across Genoa are fantastic, definitely recommend.
10. Musei di Strada Nuova - Palazzo Rosso
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4.5 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By riotactuk - London, United Kingdom
Designed by the architect Pietro Antonio Corradi and built between 1671 and 1677, today it is one of Genoa's most important historical palazzos and art galleries. Maria Brignole Sale, Duchess of Galliera, bequeathed the family palazzo to the city in 1874 and her collection of painting constituted the core of what would become the collection open to the public. Today it includes works by Van Dyck, Reni, Veronese, Guercino, Dürer, Strozzi and others.
