Genoa Things To Do, Tours, Tickets & Activities

It is the largest aquarium in Italy and is also recognised as one of the largest in Europe. Located in the heart of the Old Harbour Area of Genoa, the place attracts a large number of tourists, approximately 1.2 million, from all parts of the world. You can enjoy the captivating journey and witness one of the largest exhibition of biodiversity and ecosystems. The aquarium showcases 12,000 specimens belonging to 600 animal species. The visit to the aquarium is altogether an indulging and enchanting once-in-a-lifetime experience. It provides a unique experience both above and below the sea surface which can be felt by the touch of hands. At the entrance, a portal welcomes the visitors to the sharks bay which is only a preview of the magnificent journey they will witness. The aquarium has a large variety of sharks as well as other fishes.

Piazza- de- Ferrari is the main square of Genoa. Famous as the heart of the city, the place is renowned for its astounding fountain. The extremely popular fountain was made by the famous architect Giuseppe Crosa di Vergagni in the year 1936. Surrounded by numerous office buildings, banks and private companies, it also serves as the financial and business centre of Genoa. Some historical places surrounding the place include The Palace of Ligurian Academy of Fine Arts, The Theatre Carlo Felice. An underground metro station serves the place along with the Genoa trolleybus system. At the end of the street is a Montegalletto Lift. It is also a door to the city's historical centre, cultural centre and used as a gathering spot for residents as well as tourists.

The Doge's Palace was the residence of the Doge of Venice. In 1923, it was opened to the public as a museum. The palace has an impressive structure, inspired by the Gothic architecture. Its rich artistic exhibits, glorious history, and astonishing beauty attracts tourists from all over the world. Porta della Carta serves as the main entrance to the palace. The Bridge of Sighs connects the Doge's Palace to the first floor of the prison. The main attraction of the Palace is the huge staircase known as Scala d'Oro. The beautiful design of the Palace mesmerises the travellers visiting the place.

The beautiful street in Italy, Via Garibaldi, is famous for its beautiful palaces. The street was built between 1558-1583 and was originally named Strada Nuova. The street is dedicated to the Italian nationalist Giuseppe Garibaldi. Via Garibaldi is also listed in the UNESCO Heritage Site. The most prominent palaces in the street include Pantaleo Spinola, Agostino Pallavicini, Luca Grimaldi. Charles Dickens has described the beauty of the street in his travelogue 'Pictures From Italy.

The port serves as Genoa's waterfront and remains open for 24 hours, all throughout the year. It is only a few steps away from the downtown area and is easily accessible, full of zest and charm, museums, restaurants, cafes and much more. The port was renovated by Renzo Piano who brought the serenity of the sea to the hearts of Genoa. At one time it was only used for port and business-related activities, but now it is widely used for cultural activities. The place is a popular tourist attraction and houses many attractions such as the Aquarium of Genoa, The Biosphere, The Dolphin Pavilion, Children's Town, and Port Siberia.