Genoa

15 Best Genoa Walking Tours

The walks through Europe’s biggest medieval center: the Rolli palaces UNESCO listed as a set, caruggi alleys barely shoulder-wide and the port that bankrolled half the Renaissance. Genoa undersells itself; the guides correct the record.

1.Genoa: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center

Discover Genoa’s highlights on a 2-hour guided walking tour showcasing UNESCO Palazzi, stunning alleys, and key landmarks with expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.2

“Barbara our guide was very informative and showed us an interesting part of Genoa adding personal information ie. where to go for the best chocolate or ice cream along the way. Her dual ability to speak in English and Italian was excellent and she was…”

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2.Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa

Explore Genoa’s stunning UNESCO-listed Rolli Palaces with a bilingual guided tour. Discover opulent 16th-century residences and fascinating history for just $16.

★ 4.4

“Barbara is a great guide, she does know a lot about the houses. In one of the places they were preparing a wedding but they still let us in. The time went by and I didn't feel the 2 and a half hours.”

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4.2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa

Discover Genoa’s highlights on a private rickshaw tour, exploring hidden alleys, historic sites, and waterfront views in just 2 hours with a friendly guide.

★ 5.0

“The excursion was a fun and intriguing experience. The guide was young and fun, had a lot of interesting information to pass along. we had a flat tire and that shortened our trip, because it took a while to get help from the company. We…”

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5.Guided Walking Tour in Genoa

Discover Genoa’s highlights on a 2-hour guided walking tour for $28. Explore historic squares, medieval gates, and hidden alleyways with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.0

“Antonio made the meeting point & time very easy.. he was very knowledgeable about the history of Genova and how it fit into the greater world. He was also very thoughtful of the pace for an older person.”

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6.Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour

Discover Genoa's highlights on a 2-hour walking tour, including the cathedral, Columbus’ House, and hidden gems, led by an engaging local guide.

★ 4.5

“Hola. Realizamos un hermoso recorrido por Génova con Fulvio. Pudimos recorrer los principales lugares históricos y además nos brindó un excelente contenido de los edificios y sitios visitados. Conoce mucho de la historia y el arte local. Excelente tour guiado! Muy agradecidos y encantados con…”

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7.Genoa Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover Genoa with a private local guide. Explore hidden gems, hear personal stories, and experience authentic Italian life for $65 per person.

★ 4.8

“The tour was a perfect way to start my holiday. Valeria met me at my hotel and walked me around the city, I can't believe how much ground we covered and it was great to be able to ask questions of a local.”

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8.Genoa Walking Tour: Discover Hidden Treasures and Street Food

Explore Genoa’s hidden gems, stunning palaces, and street food on this 6-hour guided walking tour, including tastings, transport, and insider insights.

★ 5.0

“We had a great day with Karl. Not only was he knowledgable about his city, he took pride in caring for our group of 8 people. He was checking to make sure if people needed water, bathroom breaks, or Prosecco. He was a great host…”

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10.Genoa : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide

Discover Genoa with a private, customizable walking tour led by passionate local guides. Explore landmarks, hidden gems, and insider tips for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Fulvio was great. He walked us up and down the hills of Genoa at a great pace and explained the rich history and culture of the city. He was great with questions and explained what to watch for in the city’s many special…”

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11.Genova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Discover Genoa with a flexible self-guided walking tour featuring audio and written guides, iconic sights, local insights, and authentic food tips.

★ 4.5

“I was surprised with how easy and complete it was to get to know Genoa with this Tour Audio Guide, it is definitely the best option. Getting off the boat we took a transport to the train station which is where the beginning of the…”

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12.3 Hours Private Walking Tour of Genoa from the Cruise Terminal

Discover Genoa’s highlights on a private 3-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide, exploring UNESCO palaces, historic squares, and iconic sites.

★ 5.0

“Great Tour! She took us through the city center and showed us places we wouldnt have known about on our own. It was just our group so it felt very personalized and like talking to a friend. Definitively worth the money”

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13.Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Explore Genoa’s top sights on this engaging 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide. Perfect for history lovers and first-time visitors alike.

★ 5.0

“Andrea was very experienced in the history of Genoa and showed me some very interesting places. I appreciated him taking a solo traveler. He customized the tour to what I wanted to see and even came to my hotel.”

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15.Genoa Top Sights Private and Personalized Guided Walking Tour

Discover Genoa’s highlights on a private walking tour, exploring historic sites, medieval alleyways, and stunning piazzas with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.0

“Our tour guide was exceptional, very knowledgeable about the history of Genoa and the historical area. Since we had a food tour later in the afternoon, we didn't taste any foods but were shown beautiful shops and marveled in the rich historRead more”

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