Villetta Di Negro

Located on a hill above the city center, Villetta Di Negro spans two hectares with walking paths, grand plane trees, and sequoias planted in 1870.

Originally part of Santa Caterina bastion in the 16th century, the site transformed into a botanical garden when Ippolito Durazzo received the land grant in 1785.

The park houses the Chiossone Museum of Oriental Art in a rationalist building designed by Mario Labò, constructed after World War II bombings destroyed the original villa.

Open daily from 8:00 until evening, the park provides free access to visitors and connects to Piazza Corvetto through a large stone bridge.

The grounds maintain two original plane trees from its foundation period and feature caves, a waterfall, and a gardener's house built with materials from the old bastion.

Location: Genoa

Architects: Carlo Barabino

Address: Piazzale Mazzini, 4N 16122

Phone: +39010542285

Email: museochiossone@comune.genova.it

Website: http://museochiossonegenova.it

GPS coordinates: 44.41135,8.93676

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:49