Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.

An important symbol of Genoa’s past, these magnificent defensive gates, marked by storybook twin towers, once protected the city from attacks and plundering.

Enter the charming rooms of this stone building to learn about the Genoa native who first led Europeans to the Americas.

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mercato Orientale Genova during your trip to Genoa. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

You can learn about the history of Genoa with a visit to Piazza Colombo. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

You can browse the exhibits at Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Genoa. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.