Free self-guided walk · Genoa

Palaces and caruggi

A free self-guided walk in Genoa, from Piazza De Ferrari through the caruggi past the cathedral to Via Garibaldi and the old port.

Distance
1.8 km
Walking time
24 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
4

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Genoa on foot.

Lanes are confusing; enjoy getting lost.

  • Terrain: Hilly lanes.
  • Best time: Daytime.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Piazza De Ferrari

    Start at the fountain.

  2. San Lorenzo Cathedral

    The striped cathedral.

  3. Via Garibaldi

    The palaces.

  4. Porto Antico

    Finish at the old port.

Tips

  • Palazzi dei Rolli open on special days.
  • Try focaccia.
  • Lanes are dark at night.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.