Free Tour Around Genoa
Overview
We will meet twelve of the city's most beautiful historic palaces here. After that, the tour will continue in the alleys of the historic center, the heart and soul of the city, which holds a wealth of hidden treasures. After walking through ancient narrow alleys, we will return to the starting point.
Below are the stages of our itinerary:
- Meeting point: Cathedral of San Lorenzo
- Via San Lorenzo and Ducal Palace
- De Ferrari Square
- Carlo Felice Theater
- Via Garibaldi (Some of the twelve Palazzi dei Rolli will be narrated, particularly Palazzo Nicolosio Lomellino and Palazzo Rosso)
- Church of San Siro
- Via San Luca (Church of San Luca)
- Piazza Banchi (Loggia di Banchi and church of San Pietro in Banchi)
- Via degli Orefici
- Campetto Square (Palazzo Ottavio Imperiale and Palazzo Gio Vincenzo Imperiale meet here)
- Via di Scurreria
- Return to the Cathedral of Genoa
This activity includes:
- Church of San Siro
- Piazza San Lorenzo
- Teatro Carlo Felice
- Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
- Doge's Palace
- Strada Nuova Museums - Palazzo Rosso
- Palazzo Gio Vincenzo Imperiale
- Piazza De Ferrari
- Chiesa di San Pietro in Banchi
- Loggia di Banchi
- Saint Luca
- Piazza Banchi
Our Guides
On arrival
The guide will be waiting for you in front of the steps of San Lorenzo Cathedral with a red and white Genoa flag, 350 m from the "De Ferrari" metro stop (5-minute walk).
Things to note
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, bring water, a hat and sunscreen.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to $50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
