Royal Palace of Genoa

The Royal Palace of Genoa is a Baroque building with grand halls, decorated rooms, and an extensive art collection spread throughout. The structure features multiple staircases, galleries, and outdoor gardens that give visitors different areas to explore.

The palace was built in 1655 for the Balbi family and changed hands several times before becoming a Savoy residence in 1824. Each owner left their mark on the building, contributing to its current appearance and collection.

The palace shows how aristocratic families lived in Genoa, with furnishings and artworks from different periods on display. Visitors can see how rooms were used for both formal gatherings and daily life.

The palace is accessible to visitors with wheelchair access provided through the main exhibition areas and gardens. Plan enough time to move through the different rooms and view the extensive art collection at a comfortable pace.

The Hall of Mirrors stands out with its elaborate frescoes and gilded stucco work that showcase 17th-century Italian craftsmanship at its finest. This highly decorated room reveals the technical skill and attention to detail that artisans invested in the most important spaces.

Location: Genoa

Inception: 1655

Official opening: 1919

Architectural style: Italian Baroque architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Museo di Palazzo Reale

Part of: Genoa: Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli

Phone: +390102710236

Email: pal-ge@beniculturali.it

Website: https://rolliestradenuove.it/rollo/30-palazzo-di-stefano-balbi

GPS coordinates: 44.41491,8.92616

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02