Top Genoa Art & Culture

Genoa is known for its UNESCO-listed monuments and gigantic Aquarium, but there’s so much more to see in the port city. On this Lokafy walking tour, connect with a Genoa local who will show you around their city like a friend and take you to the neighborhoods, museums, shops, and restaurants that they know and love. Chat with your guide before you arrive and devise an itinerary that suits your preferences and style of travel.

Explore the vibrant port city of Genoa as well as the gorgeous seaside resort town of Portofino during this full-day experience. Enjoy a morning walking tour of the historic city of Genoa, followed by an excursion to the pretty coastal town of Portofino.

Explore the city of Genoa with ease on a Segway during this small-group sightseeing tour. Learn about the importance of this historic port city as you zoom around historic landmarks including the Old Port district, the UNESCO-listed Caruggi area, and the Ducal Palace. End your tour with a relaxed walk along the seafront in the Porto Antico. All necessary equipment is provided and no previous Segway experience is necessary.

Get to know Genoa on a 4-hour walking tour of the city’s historic sights with stops along the way to sample local delicacies. Learn about the city’s past battles and innovations. Visit local shops to try delicious hand-made focaccia, and sip local wines inside a wine shop. Meet the people who give the city its vibrant character while you explore on foot on a 3-mile walking tour past landmarks like one of the world’s first banks, and the birthplace of denim.

Update 10/06/2020 We operate the tour safely respecting all the guidelines (the guide will wear a mask and keep recommended social distance) We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa. We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

Capital of Italy’s beautiful Liguria region, the coastal city of Genoa takes great pride in its local cuisine—with fresh flavors and traditional recipes handed down through the generations. On this walking tour, explore Genoa’s culture and lifestyle through its food and learn why Italian cuisine is the envy of the world. Sample pasta dishes with fresh pesto, local cheeses and seafood, and savory pastries, and taste the flavors the locals love.

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style by private vehicle from Genoa city, airport or port and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed. Destination options:  • Genoa City centre • Savona City centre • Portofino City centre

The Italian city of Genoa, where pesto got its start, is home to antique shops; stunning 15th-, 16th-, and 17th-century palaces; and scores of outstanding restaurants and bars. This tour leads you through the top sites, secluded squares, and hidden spots. You’ll try local Prosecco, coffee, pesto, and focaccia, all with the expertise of a local guide.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a hands-on home cooking class. Learn to prepare an authentic four-course Genoese lunch with local wine and coffee. Work with your host to discover the secrets to traditional Genoese pesto, trofiette pasta, panzanella, and dessert. Sit down and enjoy your meal on a terrace overlooking the ocean and bring your new cooking skills and printed recipes home with you

Stroll through the historic center of Genoa with a typical storyteller to immerse yourself in the legends and life of this historic port city. Join your guide on this unusual itinerary that stops at important churches, squares and towers to tell fun stories accompanied by the music of a guitar. Explore the corners of Genoa off the typical tourist trail and discover the unique culture and history of the city as told by a modern 'minstrel'.

Discover one of Europe’s largest medieval city centers on a fun Segway tour of Genoa. Join a small group and glide through the historic streets stopping at important monuments and points of interest such as the Porto Antico, the cathedral, and several palaces. While you ride, your guide sheds light on the rich history and culture of Genoa.

Medieval Genoa, the mysterious Genoa and the oldest Genoa, and the "Movida" district. An alternative tour to discover small secrets hidden in the labyrinth of alleys of the largest pedestrian historical center in Europe. A way to immerse yourself in history and legend, also visiting the most important monuments and places.

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.

Skip the hassle of getting around by ferry on your own and explore three of the Ligurian Riviera’s prettiest towns in one day with the help of a guide. Begin either in Santa Margherita or Portofino with a guided stroll through town, then hop on the ferry for a scenic cruise to San Fruttuoso. Relax on the beach or break for lunch (own expense) before catching the ferry to visit the final village.

You will gain photography skills enjoying the secret views of Genoa! Where We’ll walk through on of the the Europe’s largest historical city center, an incomparable combination of colors, lights and shadows. Our old city will reveal a lot of hidden gems, unexpected glimpses and you will live a more depth-in experience of Genoa. This Photo Tour is led by a local professional photographer. At the beginning of the walk a short lesson about composition will be provided. For whom Secret Genoa Photo Tour is photographic fun for everyone, from casual picture-takers using cell phone cameras to avid photographers with high-end gear. Groups or private Both. There is no minimum number required to be run, so it could be a 1to1 private tour or a small group tour. Same price per person. Groups are kept small – max 5 people- because we want to give you a relaxed, informal and friendly experience. With tasting The best genoese focaccia + coffee or cappuccino tasting is included.

Language barriers can make it tricky for visitors to communicate at local shops in Genoa. Avoid potential translation issues, and discover secret local spots you likely wouldn’t uncover alone by going on a historic shops tour. Highlights include a chocolate factory, a barber shop, a luxury clothes store, a butcher, a pastry shop, an ancient pharmacy, and much more. A perk of the experience is that snacks and alcoholic beverages are included.

Embark on a quest where you will discover Genoa's Historical Centre. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover the Christopher Columbus' House, the Doge's Palace, Palazzo San Giorgio and many more. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. So, are you up for an exciting city game?. Highlights include: • Walk along Genoa’s famous wonders and admire some of the most appreciated places: Calata Falcone e Borsellino, Piazza Banchi and others. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore. • Find out why Genoa was called 'The Superb One'. • Discover important historical buildings such as St George Palace, one of the first banks in Europe • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

A local tour guide, lover of his land, will explain to you every aspect of life and history of the city.

Escape the crowds of the Cinque Terre and see a side of Liguria that’s adored by locals and visitors alike on a private tour of Camogli and Portofino. You’ll visit the secluded church of San Fruttuoso, which is only accessible on foot, and discover stories and facts about the region that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

Visit the hidden places of the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meet your driver at your hotel in Genoa or at Porto Crociere and, with a luxury Mercedes vehicle, reach the Cinque Terre area. The local driver will take you to Monterosso where you will meet a guide that will be with you all day long. With the local guide you will be able to visit three of the five countries by train. You will have time to eat independently and if the sea will allow you to enjoy a ferry ride. At the end your guide will accompany you to the driver. You will arrive at your hotel in Genoa or at the Cruise Port in the late afternoon.

Spend a memorable shopping day in an elegant and refined architectural setting in an open and safe environment.And enjoy a wine tasting in an elegant Villa, winner of the wine star awards for best European winery of the year.

Experience Genoa with a guide on a comprehensive, private, walking tour. Discover the intricate network of alleyways that make up the City’s medieval center, see the old harbor, Piazza De Ferrari, the Opera house, and many more historic sights. Learn about the city’s culture and hear the stories behind the landmarks and buildings that you pass. Avoid tourist traps, and gain context and understanding of your surroundings with a one on one tour.

If you like the unexpected then follow the thread of this walking tour through the labyrinth of Genoa’s alleys in the city's historic centre. You'll discover breathtaking works of art behind almost every corner, along with other places where beauty is a carefully guarded secret. You'll see the main highlights in the city including UNESCO heritage sites, through the eyes of Antonella Cama, a local who loves to share not only the popular but also the authentic and believes that a tour must be more than dates and figures: She'll take you by the hand into "her" Genova! Some of the highlights from this self-guided GPS audio tour include: • Stories of the inhabitants of the opulent medieval residences • The interiors of Genoa’s richest church • Hear about the first football club in Italy • A historical confectionery shop • Find out why a 17th-century fountain is inside a department store • Take in the splendour of the fountain in the Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

The guide awaits you at the Genova Principe station to go up with the historical rack railway up to the hill of the Port of Genoa. Get off at the Granarolo terminus, a quiet hamlet characterized by small villas, forts and historic powder magazines and known for a fantastic unusual panorama over the city of Genoa. From here begins an easy walk that takes you on the traces of the Roman road, the Via Postumia that connects Genoa to Aquileia in a distance of about 930 km. Descend along an ancient brick paving and reach Bolzaneto.