Mercato Orientale Genova Tours

Enter the charming rooms of this stone building to learn about the Genoa native who first led Europeans to the Americas.

An important symbol of Genoa’s past, these magnificent defensive gates, marked by storybook twin towers, once protected the city from attacks and plundering.

Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.

Watch a choral concert, an orchestral recital or a dramatic performance with an ornamental street backdrop in the main theater of this historic complex.

Study the art canvas by Rubens, enjoy the mesmerizing opulence of the nave and note the influence of the Jesuits at this elegant church.

You can learn about the history of Genoa with a visit to Piazza Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.