Punta Vagno

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

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

Medieval sculptures and paintings from the region of Liguria grace the halls of an ecclesiastical complex containing Genoa’s last remaining Gothic church.

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.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Nazaro during your trip to Genoa?

After visiting Fiera di Genova, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Genoa. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.