What to see in Genoa
The top 3 according to 59 votes from people: Genoa Aquarium · Cathedral of San Lorenzo · Boccadasse. (Updated Aug 10, 2025.)
Alleys, the Rolli palaces and the Aquarium: what not to miss in Genoa according to guides and locals.
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Top 12
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1
Genoa Aquarium
One of Europe's largest aquariums, at the Old Port.
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2
Cathedral of San Lorenzo
Striped façade and the unexploded 1941 shell.
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3
Boccadasse
The colourful fishing village, at sunset.
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4
Via Garibaldi and the Rolli palaces
The Strada Nuova of UNESCO-listed palaces.
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Old Port
The harbour revamped by Renzo Piano, with the Bigo and Biosphere.
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6
Piazza De Ferrari
The square with the great fountain.
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7
Doge's Palace
The old seat of the doges on Piazza De Ferrari.
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8
The caruggi of the old town
Europe's largest maze of alleys.
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9
Galata Maritime Museum
The largest maritime museum in the Mediterranean.
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10
Staglieno Monumental Cemetery
One of Europe's finest monumental cemeteries.
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11
Spianata Castelletto
Rooftop viewpoint reached by lift.
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12
Nervi and the Anita Garibaldi promenade
Cliffside sea walk east of the city.
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