Top Genoa Half-day Tours

Capital of Italy’s beautiful Liguria region, the coastal city of Genoa takes great pride in its local cuisine—with fresh flavors and traditional recipes handed down through the generations. On this walking tour, explore Genoa’s culture and lifestyle through its food and learn why Italian cuisine is the envy of the world. Sample pasta dishes with fresh pesto, local cheeses and seafood, and savory pastries, and taste the flavors the locals love.

The Italian city of Genoa, where pesto got its start, is home to antique shops; stunning 15th-, 16th-, and 17th-century palaces; and scores of outstanding restaurants and bars. This tour leads you through the top sites, secluded squares, and hidden spots. You’ll try local Prosecco, coffee, pesto, and focaccia, all with the expertise of a local guide.

Stroll through the historic center of Genoa with a typical storyteller to immerse yourself in the legends and life of this historic port city. Join your guide on this unusual itinerary that stops at important churches, squares and towers to tell fun stories accompanied by the music of a guitar. Explore the corners of Genoa off the typical tourist trail and discover the unique culture and history of the city as told by a modern 'minstrel'.

Stroll through the charming historic center of Genoa and learn some anecdotes about the glorious past of the ancient Maritime Republic. Stop in authentic local shops to try the best specialties and visit an extraordinary cellar located in the heart of the historic center to learn about local wines: you will taste 3 different wines paired with foods that enhance their characteristics!

Genoa is known for its UNESCO-listed monuments and gigantic Aquarium, but there’s so much more to see in the port city. On this Lokafy walking tour, connect with a Genoa local who will show you around their city like a friend and take you to the neighborhoods, museums, shops, and restaurants that they know and love. Chat with your guide before you arrive and devise an itinerary that suits your preferences and style of travel.

Explore the vibrant port city of Genoa as well as the gorgeous seaside resort town of Portofino during this full-day experience. Enjoy a morning walking tour of the historic city of Genoa, followed by an excursion to the pretty coastal town of Portofino.

Get to know Genoa on a 4-hour walking tour of the city’s historic sights with stops along the way to sample local delicacies. Learn about the city’s past battles and innovations. Visit local shops to try delicious hand-made focaccia, and sip local wines inside a wine shop. Meet the people who give the city its vibrant character while you explore on foot on a 3-mile walking tour past landmarks like one of the world’s first banks, and the birthplace of denim.

You will have an AUTHORIZED LOCAL GUIDE, prepared and passionate at your disposal, to discover not only the history and art of Genoa, but also its traditions, culinary specialties (and you will have a little taste of it!) And the life of all days of a magnificent city, but which preserves its most beautiful treasures with great reserve.

Explore the city of Genoa with ease on a Segway during this small-group sightseeing tour. Learn about the importance of this historic port city as you zoom around historic landmarks including the Old Port district, the UNESCO-listed Caruggi area, and the Ducal Palace. End your tour with a relaxed walk along the seafront in the Porto Antico. All necessary equipment is provided and no previous Segway experience is necessary.

We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa. We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

Discover the highlights of Genoa during your time at shore on this walking tour of the city. Alongside a private guide, stroll the cobblestone streets and see the city’s main landmarks such as the UNESCO-listed Rolli Palaces, the San Lorenzo Cathedral, and Ferrari Plaza. Since this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to your interests.

The guide awaits you at the Genova Principe station to take the historic rack railway up to the hill of the Port of Genoa. Get off at the Granarolo terminus, a quiet hamlet characterized by villas, forts and historic powder magazines and known for a fantastic, unusual panorama over the city of Genoa. From here begins an easy walk in the woods that takes you on the traces of the Roman road, the Via Postumia which connects Genoa to Aquileia in a distance of about 930 km. Go down along an ancient brick road and reach Bolzaneto.

Stretch your sightseeing time into the evening hours and take in Genoa one bite at a time with this dinner food tour. Join your local foodie guide in the late afternoon and stroll through Genoa’s old town to admire the sights while sampling a variety of Genoese and Ligurian specialties like focaccia, pesto, and “farinata”. Learn about the history of the city and its cuisine as you nibble your way through the alleys and squares.

Charter a traditional Ligurian boat for a private cruise around the Gulf of Portofino, and leave the navigation and boat work to the skipper. You’ll follow a route that’s carefully planned to show off the beauty of the Ligurian Riviera, taking in villages such as Santa Margherita Ligure and Camogli. Lounge on deck and gaze at the coast, or stop to snorkel and laze on a beach, if time allows.

Aperi-bike at sunset. The Tour by e-bike features the route of the ancient Via Aurelia, a road of Roman origin from which, traveling along it, it is impossible not to notice enchanting sceneries. The departure will take place from Genova Nervi at 17:45, in the direction of the Ligurian Riviera di Levante on board our e-bikes. We will enter the towns of the Golfo Paradiso, namely Bogliasco, Pieve Ligure, Sori and finally Recco, famous for its delicious cheese focaccia and for the celebrations with fireworks that take place on 6-7-8 September each year. Once we reach the destination we will stop in a typical beachfront restaurant, to taste an aperitif of your choice, accompanied by local products. Those who wish can swim before continuing the tour and returning back to Genova Nervi.

Embark on an extraordinary journey and discover the true essence of "La Dolce Vita". This exclusive tour offers an enchanting exploration of the breathtaking beauties of Portofino, Santa Margherita, Rapallo and San Fruttuoso. You'll be treated to unforgettable vistas of picturesque coastlines, charming fishing villages, and crystalline waters. Indulge in the allure of the Italian Riviera as you bask in the sun and create memories to last a lifetime. You will have plenty of time to dive, swim, and snorkel in the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Embrace #TheItalianBeat and join us in a enchanting tour of the Portofino Natural Reserve. Looking for the fullest experience? Select the full-day option and enjoy a typical Ligurian lunch in some of the most stunning sea-front restaurants (in San Fruttuoso, Punta Chiappa or Camogli) and then hop back on board to visit Golfo Paradiso.

This great tour will provide a whole experience of the city of Genova: Our magnificent tour to discover the secrets of the historic center is enriched by a superb culinary experience: our partner Rollipop offers incredibly refined dishes in a special location, a Rolli palace! During the tour on board of the rickshaw, conducted by an expert guide, you will discover the alleys and narrow streets of Maddalena district and the monumental historical places like Via Garibaldi, Piazza Sarzano, De Ferrari square. The guide will tell you anedoctes and funny curiosities that will make you love Genoa, exactly as we do The rikshaw can host on board up to a maximum of two adults and two children under the age of 6.

We will sail along the coast to discover every nook and cranny and enjoy the beauty of a landscape forged by nature and the work of man. We will sail slowly to relax and you can choose the spot you prefer for a relaxing swim or snorkel. We will visit the bay of Portofino with its fantastic views and you will be able to see the magical village from the sea. Upon request, you can go down here for a walk along the docks or for shopping. We will then circumnavigate the tip of the promontory on which the lighthouse that borders the gulf stands and continue in the protected marine area up to the bay of San Fruttuoso. Here again you can go down for a break on the beach or a quick visit to the Abbey.

Genoa has always been one of Europe’s most important ports and is rich in maritime history. Join a private guide and explore the historic center of Genoa to learn about its residences of the “Golden Century,” including the Rolli Palaces. Enjoy guided tours of the palaces and walk down the Strade Nuove for a peek at how powerful Genoa was during the 16th and 17th centuries.

Genoa is a city rife with history and stunning landmarks. See the best that this vibrant port city has to offer on a private walking tour through the Old Town. Stroll along the cobblestone streets and see the ancient port, the San Lorenzo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich maritime history from the medieval period until about 1800 from your guide.

Join the food tour to discover the city and its gastronomic delights among carruggi and small stores. A local culinary expert will take you to taste the best typical dishes in places known only to locals. A must for true foodies, this is the perfect combination of a nice stroll a true gastronomic experience. You will taste different Ligurian specialties such as classic focaccia with EVO oil and traditional focaccia with cheese, fried calamari, and some of the tastiest savory pies enjoyed in an authentic "sciamadda," an old take-out place from the early 1900s, a real must in downtown Genoa!

Meet your guide on the train platform in Camogli station and visit the picturesque old town. Enter a well-known bakery to taste the DOP cheese focaccia. After leaving the center, take the boat towards Punta Chiappa, a beautiful rocky coastal stretch surrounded by unspoiled nature, inside the Portofino Natural Park. From here, take a stroll along the park path that will take you to San Nicolò where you can admire the beautiful church millenary, you reach San Rocco, a picturesque perched village with spectacular views of the coast. Then taste the onion focaccia from the village bakery and begin the descent on the easy brick road to return to Camogli and enjoy the incredible views over the entire Riviera del Levante. Possibility of special price for couple, quotation on request.

Discover the most traditional dishes and specialties from Savona with an insider by your side with this guided foodie walk through the port city’s old town. Sample focaccia at a landmark bakery, two local flatbreads made with chickpea flour from a street food vendor, and pasta with pesto at a “pastificio” while taking in the city’s historic squares and churches, then satisfy your sweet tooth with a final gelato.