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Genoa in 1 day

Route Details

Route Distance

7.2 km

Route Duration

1 h 26 m

Route Points

Genoa is one of the most underrated tourist destinations in Italy. But in fact, this city is able to surprise even experienced travelers. The city's rich cultural history in art, music and cuisine allowed it to become the 2004 European Capital of Culture. It is the birthplace of Guglielmo Embriaco, Christopher Columbus, Andrea Doria, Niccolò Paganini, Giuseppe Mazzini, Renzo Piano and Grimaldo Canella, founder of the House of Grimaldi. The historical center, also known as old town, of Genoa is one of the largest and most-densely populated in Europe. Part of it was also inscribed on the World Heritage List (UNESCO) in 2006. The route "Genoa in 1 day" covers the majority of the city's most famous sights. You will see the Porta Soprana, the Christopher Columbus House, the Piazza Ferrari, the Doge's Palace, the Palace of Saint George, the Aquarium of Genoa, the Royal Palace and many others attractions.