Doge's Palace, Genoa, Historic palace in Molo, Genoa, Italy
The Doge's Palace features three floors of neoclassical architecture with marble facades and two interior courtyards connected by grand ceremonial spaces.
Built in 1783 under architects Simone Cantoni and Andrea Ceresola, the palace served as the residence for Genoa's rulers during the maritime republic period.
The palace functions as a museum displaying collections of regional artifacts and hosts numerous exhibitions throughout the year in its ceremonial halls.
Visitors can access guided tours of the palace chambers, including the former residential quarters, the Tower of People, and decorated ceremonial rooms.
The prison cells within the Grimaldina Tower contain preserved wall inscriptions and drawings made by political prisoners until the 1930s.
Location: Genoa
Inception: 1783
Architects: Simone Cantoni, Andrea Ceresola
Architectural style: neoclassicism
Floors above the ground: 3
Address: Piazza Giacomo Matteotti, 9 16123
Phone: +390108171600
Email: palazzoducale@palazzoducale.genova.it
Website: http://palazzoducale.genova.it
GPS coordinates: 44.40759,8.93313
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:15
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