A day out at Forte Sperone makes history come alive. Peer up at its mighty walls and dig out your guidebook to learn about its rich past.

When you've spent a bit of time at this fortified complex in Centro Est, why not check out Aquarium of Genoa, Piazza de Ferrari, and Luigi Ferraris Stadium? They're not far from Forte Sperone and also a hit with tourists.

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Grand Hotel Savoia

Centro Est

$1,086

per person

Dec 4 - Dec 9

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Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Genoa (GOA)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

The hotel provided a private wifi hub since the central wifi was weak lacking in our room. Very nice.

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Bristol Palace Hotel

Genoa Historical Centre

$1,157

per person

Dec 4 - Dec 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (CHI) to Genoa (GOA)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)

Nice hotel in historic old building. Excellent location. Breakfast with many options.

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Charming Genova Residenza D'Epoca

Genoa Historical Centre

$2,242

per person

Nov 3 - Nov 8

found 24 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Genoa (GOA)

8.6/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)

They charge 20 euros for late check in after 7pm, which wasn't informed prior. Hotel location was very difficult to find with no signage.

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

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