Lighthouse of Genoa

Genoa, included among the Unesco world heritage sites, is the capital of Liguria and the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Climb aboard the panoramic buses and observe the numerous monuments and grandiose buildings dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries that stand along Strada Nuova. With the ticket valid for 24 or 48 hours you can admire both the historic center and the seafront of Corso Italia. This bus is also an ideal way to reach shopping places. Thanks to the possibility of getting on and off at any stop, you can visit attractions such as the cathedral of San Lorenzo, built in different styles ranging from Gothic to Renaissance and Palazzo Ducale. The best art collections can be visited in three different buildings of the Strada Nuova Museums. See Rubens' masterpieces alongside other works by Italian and local artists. Enjoy the 360° panorama from the second floor of the bus. Treat yourself to a stroll along the elegant Via Garibaldi, located in the cultural heart of Genoa, lined with imposing buildings and refined shops. Near the Porto Antico you will find numerous attractions suitable for the whole family, including the Aquarium where you can watch the dolphin show. Buses leave daily, every 20-30 minutes, until late afternoon, when you can give yourself some time to discover the city's lively nightlife. The heart of the city is represented by the ancient part of Genoa, up to the border marked by Piazza Sarzano and via San Lorenzo. With the ticket valid for 24 or 48 hours you can also board the buses the following day and stop at the lift that takes you to the Spianata Castelletto panoramic point. While admiring the most beautiful monuments of Genoa, you have the opportunity to listen to the informative commentary of the audio guide available in different languages. Historical Route- Red Line Stops 1) Acquario 2) Garibaldi 3) De Ferrari 4) Brignole Train Station 5) Via XX Settembre 6) Carignano 7) Corvetto 8) Portello - Spianata Castelletto 9) Principe Train Station 10) Lighthouse 11) Mei Coastline Route - Blue Line Stops 1) Acquario 2) Garibaldi 3) De Ferrari 4) Piazza della Vittoria 5) Boccadasse 6) Levante Water Front - upon request 7) Via XX Settembre 8) Galleria Mazzini 9) Portello- Spianata Castelletto 10) Principe Train Station 11) Cruise Terminal

Make the most of your time in Genoa with a city card that grants you access to the city's top attractions as well as public transportation tickets in the city of Genoa, including buses, metro, the system of lifts and rack railways, and a choice of other attractions including walking tours, bike rentals, Rickshaw tours (according to the option selected). With the 24-hour pass, enjoy access to two attractions of your choice, as well as the use of public transportation and a guided tour of Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House and the entrance to Christopher Columbus’ House. Choose one of the following: • Ascent to the towers of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo • Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi) • D'Albertis Castle - Museum of World Cultures In addition, choose one of the following: • Galata Sea Museum and Nazario Sauro Submarine • Lanterna Museum (Genoa Lighthouse) • Doge's Palace • Villa Pallavicini, Pegli (seasonal opening) The 48-hour pass includes local public transportation use as well as all of the following: • Ascent to the towers of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo • Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House guided tour • Christopher Columbus’ House • Galata Sea Museum and Nazario Sauro Submarine • Lanterna Museum (Genoa Lighthouse) • Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi) • Royal Palace Museum and National Galleries of Palazzo Spinola • D'Albertis Castle - Museum of World Cultures, and many others museums The 72-hour pass includes public transportation and the following attractions: • Ascent to the towers of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo • Doge's Palace • Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House guided tour • Christopher Columbus’ House • Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi) • Royal Palace Museum and National Galleries of Palazzo Spinola • D'Albertis Castle - Museum of World Cultures, and many others museums • City walking tour • Electric bike rental • Tour in rickshaw to discover the Old Town in 1h • BIke Tour 2,5h – cycling towards the sea, from the Old Town to Boccadasse • Hop-on hop-off bus tour

Enjoy a private Genoa Tour from Milan for ten hours with a private tour guide for three hours and a private luxury vehicle with chauffeur that will pick you up and drop-off from your hotel in Milan or place of preference inside the city. Once your chauffeur has picked you up, you will go ahead to hour destination to meet with your private tour guide. In this tour you will have the opportunity to discover Genoa, a city located in the north of Italy and one of the most importants of the country. Thanks to your private tour guide you will discover the tourist attractions of Genoa like the Piazza de Ferrari located in the centre, Piazza Dante where you can find the house of Christopher Columbus, the Strade Nuove in the old city inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2006, the Mannerist palaces that includes the Palazzo Rosso, the Palazzo Reale and the Palazzo Bianco, the cathedral of San Lorenzo, the port of Genoa that contains an old lighthouse and much more To finish the tour, your private chauffeur will drop you off to your hotel in Milan or place of preference inside the city.