Photo spots in Genova

This former fishing village features traditional Mediterranean houses in red and yellow hues, with a small pebble beach and seafront restaurants.

This central square features a large bronze fountain and is bordered by the Palace of the Doges, the Stock Exchange, and the Carlo Felice Opera House.

This Renaissance street contains 16th-century palaces with painted facades, marble staircases, and interior courtyards now housing museums and art galleries.

This terrace at 60 meters above sea level provides views of the port, historic center, and Ligurian Sea, accessible by public elevator.

This 17th-century palace contains a collection of paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from European masters between the 1400s and 1700s.

This museum displays a collection of European paintings from the 1300s to the 1700s, including works by Van Dyck and Rubens.

The building contains 71 tanks with over 15,000 animals of 400 species, including sharks, dolphins, penguins, and jellyfish.

Built in 1118, this Romanesque cathedral features a marble facade with black and white stripes, Gothic elements and Renaissance chapels.

This 2.5-kilometer seaside walkway extends from Foce to Boccadasse, offering views of the Mediterranean Sea and local architecture.

Maritime museum featuring a collection of naval items, miniature models of historical ships and old navigation instruments. The building has four exhibition levels and a rooftop terrace.

This 77-meter lighthouse from 1543 remains active for maritime navigation and contains a museum about its historical function.

This burial ground from 1851 features marble sculptures and monuments across 33 hectares on a hillside location.

This 16th century palace features decorative frescoes, marble sculptures, period furniture, and several garden terraces facing the Mediterranean Sea.

This historical residence contains period furniture, paintings from European masters, tapestries and a collection of ornate mirrors from the 17th century.

These stone towers from 1155 mark the former entrance to medieval Genova, standing near the house of Christopher Columbus.

The maritime district features a large aquarium, maritime museum, panoramic elevator, restaurants and shops along the Mediterranean waterfront.

Three connected parks stretching two kilometers along the Mediterranean coast, featuring palm trees, rose gardens and seaside promenades.

Military fortress from 1800s at 480 meters altitude with stone walls and lookout points offering views of the Ligurian Sea.

This nineteenth century castle contains Captain D'Albertis ethnographic collections. The building stands on a hill overlooking the harbor and city center.

Historical country house with an English park created in 1840. The property includes botanical collections, water features, fountains and classical ornaments.

This 16th-century municipal building contains art collections, historical artifacts, and a marble courtyard with classical architectural elements.

This religious complex on a hill contains medieval frescoes and offers views of the city and Mediterranean Sea.

This museum displays Japanese and Chinese art objects collected by Edoardo Chiossone, including armor, paintings, prints, and ceramics.

This aristocratic residence from the 16th century contains period furniture, decorative arts, and paintings by Italian and Flemish masters.

This museum exhibits photographs, records, and personal items of Italian musician Fabrizio De André, displaying the cultural heritage of Genova's music scene.

From this 834-meter elevation point, visitors can observe the city, the port, and the Mediterranean Sea, with clear visibility of the coast.

Built in the 16th century, this residence features decorated rooms with period furniture and a garden with Mediterranean plants and statues.

This observation point in Albaro offers views of the Gulf of Genova, the port area, and the urban landscape below.

This religious art museum displays stone sculptures, frescoes and architectural elements from the 12th to 18th centuries within a former monastery.

Indoor shopping gallery from 1870 featuring a glass roof, marble floors and bronze lamps between decorated columns. The gallery contains retail stores and cafes.

This 18th-century reconstruction stands on the original foundation where Columbus lived. The building contains period furniture and navigation instruments.

This public elevator from 1909 rises 57 meters through the hillside to an observation terrace with views over the port and city.

This two-kilometer seaside path follows the Mediterranean coastline, with benches and viewing points facing the sea and mountains.

This nineteenth-century building houses contemporary art exhibitions in its rooms and gardens, featuring both Italian and international artists.

This medieval port structure from 1260 stands as a symbol of Genova's maritime trade, built from wood and metal materials.

This public library contains 300,000 volumes, including rare manuscripts and books dating from the 15th century in a modern building.

This stone bridge built in 1904 spans 40 meters across Via Ravasco, connecting the Carignano district with the city center at 25 meters height.

Built in 1125, this Roman Catholic church contains marble decorations, frescoes from the 13th century, and the tombs of notable Doria family members.

This medieval stone gate from 1155 stands as part of the original city walls, with twin towers measuring 26 meters in height.

The opera house opened in 1828 holds 2000 seats in its main hall, featuring a stage of 1200 square meters and modern acoustic systems.