Top Genoa Walking 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.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private walking tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. - Private tour for just you and your group - Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality - Get a deeper insight into Genoa life than possible alone - See Genoa through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-hour tour options.

Spend a delightful morning getting to know Portofino on a three-our walking and boat tour with round-trip ferry tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure included. Climb to the Church of Saint Giorgio for panoramic views of the charming village, and then reward yourself with a focaccia tasting in the local bakery. Next, participate in a pesto making class, and then enjoy a typical Ligurian lunch over looking the water. Finally have some free time to explore on your own before catching your return ferry.

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.

See all the highlights of the beautiful coastal city of Genoa with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket good for 24 or 48 hours. Enjoy great views of the city from the open-air top of a double-decker bus as you listen to commentary about the city and what you’re seeing. Get on at any of the 15 stops, and hop off any time you want to explore one of the nearby attractions. It’s the perfect way to get to know Genoa.

This great tour will show the essence of Genova, that mean the monumental parts in contrast with the most hidden and mysterious alleys. During the first hour you will discover the Maddalena district, fascinating and made by really little alleys and narrow streets; during the second one the driver will bring you to know also the other half of the historical center, placed on the other side of San Lorenzo Street : The itinerary will include the visit to Porta Soprana, Via Ravecca , Piazza Sarzano, Luzzati Gardens, Stradone Sant'Agostino, Via san Bernardo and culminate with the arrival in the beautiful and inaccessible church of Santi Cosma e Damiano, protectors of surgeons and barbers. Petrarca has called Genoa "La Superba", we are sure that after the tour you will do it too! The rikshaw can host on board up to a maximum of two adults and two children under the age of 6.

In this activity you will get to know the ingredients and the authentic culinary traditions of the area, you will experience firsthand the preparation of fresh pasta and pesto and you can have lunch in a wonderful location surrounded by trees and flowers

Start your Italian vacation off on the right foot when you pre-book this private transfer service from Genoa Airport (GOA). After retrieving your luggage, meet your driver in the arrivals hall and head to your business vehicle. Then, relax in air-conditioned comfort as you make your way to the city of Genoa, Savona, or Portofino.

Make the most of your time at shore and discover three beautiful towns along the Italian Riviera on this excursion. Visit the famous fishing village of Portofino, where you can admire the pastel-colored houses, before heading to Santa Margherita for lunch and a guided tour. Then head through the La Ruta pass to Camogli, where you enjoy a guided tour of the town.

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.

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.

Treat yourself to a more intimate way to see the Liguria coastline, and set sail on a private boat for an experience that's tailored to you. What you do and where you go is up to you; leave the itinerary in the hands of the capable skipper, or create a personal route. Lunch and swim stops are included, and you'll use your deck time to help with the sails, or simply bask in the sun.

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.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a hands-on home cooking class. Learn to prepare an authentic four-course Genoese lunch with local wine and coffee. Work with your host to discover the secrets to traditional Genoese pesto, trofiette pasta, panzanella, and dessert. Sit down and enjoy your meal on a terrace overlooking the ocean and bring your new cooking skills and printed recipes home with you

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.

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!

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.

The port city of Genoa is rife with a history stretching back to medieval times. Follow this audio tour through the cobblestone streets and learn about the city’s history, from rich medieval nobility to the maritime trade that made the city so wealthy and everything in between. Pass by landmarks like the UNESCO-listed Strade Nuove palaces, the San Lorenzo Cathedral, and Piazza Ferrari.

Unique of its kind, this tour will introduce you to the latest transformation of the port of Genoa (Renzo Piano) and its millenary history from the Crusades to today. We will walk together along the ancient piers and among the nineteenth-century structures transformed in 1992 by the architect Renzo Piano to welcome tourists from international cruise traffic and new visitors. From the Maritime Station to the Aquarium, to the arcades of Sottoripa and to Palazzo San Giorgio, the ancient seat of the Municipality of Genoa and the first bank in the world!