Villetta Di Negro

Villetta Di Negro is an urban park on a hill above Genoa's center, spanning two hectares with walking paths and large plane trees alongside sequoias planted in 1870. The grounds connect to Piazza Corvetto through a large stone bridge and include caves, a waterfall, and structures built from materials of an older bastion.

Originally part of a 16th-century bastion, the land became a botanical garden when Ippolito Durazzo received it in 1785. After World War II bombings destroyed earlier structures, the park was redesigned with a rationalist museum building by Mario Labò, shaping its modern character.

The park houses the Chiossone Museum of Oriental Art in a rationalist building, reflecting Genoa's historical role as a bridge between Europe and Asia through trade. Visitors can see how this cultural institution fits naturally within the green space, blending art appreciation with outdoor relaxation.

The park is open daily with free admission, accessible by a large stone bridge from Piazza Corvetto. The grounds can be explored on foot at a leisurely pace, and visiting in the morning helps you enjoy the space more peacefully.

Two original plane trees from the park's founding still stand on the grounds and are among the oldest trees in the city. These survivors connect visitors directly to the botanical history and show how the landscape has endured through major changes.

Location: Genoa

Architects: Carlo Barabino

Address: Piazzale Mazzini, 4N

Phone: +39010542285

Email: museochiossone@comune.genova.it

Website: http://museochiossonegenova.it

GPS coordinates: 44.41135,8.93676

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:05