Mainly known for its Aquarium, which is the biggest one in Italy, Genoa has much more to offer to visitors. Just think of its historic centre, considered the largest one in Europe and declared a “World Heritage Site” by UNESCO, its noble palaces, its coastal and inland walks and of course its gastronomy.
—> What to do and see in Genoa <—
In this article I want to share with you the 9 most recommended activities by tourists. I refer to museums, monuments, walking tours and combo tickets that allow you to discover Genoa’s points of interest and lesser-known places.
For each of them I highlight key information and links for online booking. Most of the activities can be cancelled for free up to 24 hours in advance.
1. Skip-the-line ticket for the Aquarium of Genoa
Validity: 1 day
Prices: adults, 27€; seniors (over 65), 23€; children (4-12y) 19€; infants (0-3y) gratis
What’s included: priority entrance and selection of the starting time of the visit
Online booking: available here.
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- Aquarium of Genoa + Whale watching cruise combo ticket
- Aquarium of Genoa + Royal Palace combo ticket
- Aquarium of Genoa + Lighthouse of Genoa combo ticket
- Genoa City Pass tourist card
2. Entrance ticket to the Lighthouse of Genoa
Validity: 1 day, from Friday to Sunday
Prices: adults, 8€; children (7-12y), 6€; infants (0-6y), gratis
What’s included: selection of the starting time of the visit, free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: visit the related website.
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3. “Triple-Attraction maritime experience” combo ticket
Validity: 1 day
Meeting point: Aquarium of Genoa
Prices: adults, 42€; senior (over 65), 37€; children (4-12y), 31€; infants (0-3y), gratis
What’s included: entrance tickets to the Aquarium of Genoa, the Galata Maritime Museum and the submarine S518 Nazario Sauro, a full refund up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: available here.
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4. Palazzi dei Rolli and Genoa’s Royal Palace guided tour
Duration: 3 hours
When: 10 am, from Wednesday to Saturday
Prices: 89€, at least 3 participants are required for this activity
What’s included: guided walking tour of Palazzi dei Rolli (UNESCO World Heritage Site), entrance ticket and guided visit of Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace), free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: check this website.
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5. Genoa private walking tour with a local guide
Duration: 2,5 hours
When: at 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm
Meeting point: in front of restaurant “I 3 Merli” (Calata Cattaneo, 17)
Prices: from 200€ (saving money with more participants)
What’s included: private tour across Genoa’s historic centre and harbour, free cancellation
Online booking: available here.
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6. Biosfera entrance ticket
Validity: 1 day (depending on seasonal opening times)
Prices: adults, 5€; senior (65+) and children (4-12y), 3.50€
What’s included: entrance ticket and full refund if cancelling up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: check this website.
7. Segway tour across Genoa
Duration: 1-2,5 hours
When: at 12 pm (2,5 hours tour), 2:30 pm and 4 pm (1 hour tour)
Meeting point: near the panoramic lift “Bigo”, in front of restaurant “I 3 Merli”
Prices: 1 hour tour, 30€ per participant; 2,5 hours tour, 60€ per participant
What’s included: personal segway, tour guide, helmet, waterproof clothes in case of bad weather
To know before booking: this activity is not suitable for pregnant women, children under 16y, people with back problems, people with mobility impairment, people under 99 lbs (45 Kg) or over 264 lbs (120 Kg)
Online booking: available here.
8. Genoa’s Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Tour duration: 1 hour
When: from 9 am to 5 pm, , buses run daily every 30 to 60 minutes
Meeting point: Piazza Caricamento/Aquarium of Genoa
Prices: 24-hours ticket, adults, 19€; children (5-15y), 10€; 48-hours ticket, adults, 22€; children (5-15y), 10€.
What’s included: multilingual audio commentary with headphones on board, free WiFi and free mobile app, full refund up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: visit this website.
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9. Genoa’s Galata Maritime Museum entrance ticket
When: Mon-Sun, from 10 am to 7:30 pm (march-october); Tue-Fri, from 10 am to 6 pm, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10 am to 7:30 pm (november-february)
Prices: adults, 13€; disabled people and over 65, 11€; children (4-12y), 8€; infants (0-4), gratis
What’s included: entrance ticket, flexible schedule and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
Online booking: available here.
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