Genoa Guided Walking Tour with Panoramic Lift & Focaccia Tasting

2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Do you want to spend few hours with your family in Genoa being guided by a local? This tour is perfect for you! Meet your guide at the Old Port of Genoa, near the Aquarium and start your journey through the tiny alleyways of the historical center called “Caruggi” in Ligurian dialect. You will reach the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, historic center jewel, Piazza De Ferrari with its magnificent fountain, Carlo Felice theater surrounded by majestic buildings. After a short stop in one of the oldest cafes of the city, you will find yourself to admire one of the most unforgettable view of the city, from the Belvedere Castelletto.

Crossing Via Garibaldi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, your next stop will be one of the iconic place of the local culture: Genoa Eastern Market. Here you will have a chance to see some typical products, discover the specialties of the area and taste the famous Genoese focaccia.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Guided Tours of Genoa

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lift Tickets
Included: Private Tour
Included: Coffee and Genoese Focaccia
Included: Professional Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Tips
Not included: Admission tickets are not included (the tour is outdoor)

Itinerary

Old Port

Passing by

You will meet your guide at the main port of Genoa, in front of the entrance of Eataly.
Caruggi Genoa

Passing by

Caruggi is the Ligurian word for "alleyway". Genoa is full of tiny alleys that characterise the historical center. Here you can find many boutiques, cafés and restaurants.
Il Cittadino - Arcidiocesi di Genova

30 min

The Cathedral of San Lorenzo is one of the landmarks of Genoa. It is of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. A true work of art!
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi

Passing by

Via Garibaldi is the main elegant street of Genoa where the aristocrats used to live. Here in fact you can find the Rolli Palaces, a complex of royal palaces that are today visitable.
Spianata Castelletto

30 min Admission included

Spianata Castelletto is a terrace suspended on the historical center of Genoa. From here you can have a 360º view of the whole city from above. You can reach the terrace thanks to a liberty style lift that will bring you to the stunning view of Genoa.
Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

Passing by

Piazza De Ferrari is another main square of Genoa. Here you can marvel at the majestic fountain, the facades of the Ducal Palace and Carlo Felice Opera House and the remains of Columbus' residence.
Teatro Carlo Felice

20 min

Carlo Felice Theater is Genoa's main Opera House, where symphonic concerts are held and where artists from around the world perform.
MOG Mercato Orientale

20 min

The atmosphere is really special: it is nice to take some time to wander among the benches and breathe the most authentic Genoa; stop to look at the sincere faces of the sellers, experience the wild character of the Genoese, listen to their stories and their anecdotes.