Things to do in Genoa: The complete guide (2026)
After a year living here, my honest, curated guide to the best things to do in Genoa, Italy — palaces, caruggi, food, views and day trips.
Things to Do
The best things to do in Genoa, from the headline sights to the corners most visitors miss — attractions, free ideas, walking routes and rainy-day plans.
9 Hidden gems of Genoa’s old town that most tourists miss
Genoa rarely makes it onto the standard Italian itinerary. Visitors pass through on their way to the Cinque Terre or the French Riviera, grab a focaccia, and move on. That’s their loss. The old city – a dense labyrinth of caruggi, the narrow medieval lanes that thread between towering palazzi – rewards those willing to … Read more