The 15 Best Genoa Tours

1.Aquarium of Genoa Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10,075 reviews · 1 day · from $35Our pick

Explore Genoa Aquarium’s 5,000 animals, dolphins, penguins, sharks, and jellyfish, with skip-the-line entry and optional focaccia or lunch.

“We spent over 2 hours in the aquarium. Its very big and wonderful. We havent stopped for lunch, otherwise it would take longer. Def bring drinks and snacks for kids, although vending machines (coins) are throughout the venue. Also the restaurant in between the levels serves fast food. Dolphins were the best. Def worth buying tickets online, as long queues at the tickets office. They check the booked time at entrance, so dont try to go earlier then your booked time. Def worth a visit on a hot day or rainy day… There is airconditioning inside, but some areas were still hot.”

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2.Hop-on Hop-off Tour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,524 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $26

See Genoa’s historic center and coast from an open-top bus, with two routes, audio commentary, Wi-Fi, and flexible 24 or 48-hour access.

“Hop on hop off was a wonderful way to see the city and get an overview of all the sites.”

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3.Aquarium of Genoa with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,449 reviews · 1 day · from $42

Visit Genoa Aquarium, explore European aquatic life, and enjoy a sandwich lunch with a port view at Tender Café for $42.

“Sicuramente mi è piaciuto la compagnia. Mentre per l acquario: la vasca dei pinguini,la barriera corallina e quella dei delfini”

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4.Half-Day Tour to Portofino

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,123 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $30

Cruise from Genoa to Portofino on a scenic half-day boat trip with coastal views, free time in port, and flexible cancellation.

“It was a lovely trip. Portafino has too many people but the boat ride was great.”

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5.Pelagos Sanctuary Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 806 reviews · 4 hours · from $51

Watch dolphins, sperm whales, and other cetaceans in Italy’s Pelagos Sanctuary on a four-hour cruise from Genoa with a biologist guide.

“Really good trip. We had the chance to see some dolphins and some small whales. The guides have prismatics and are always checking if they see something, When they see something they accelerate to get there as soon as possible before the animal dives. So it was a nice experience”

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6.Cetacean Watching Cruise with Marine Biologist Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 745 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $53

Review this Genoa whale-watching cruise in the Pelagos Sanctuary, with marine biologists, dolphin sightings, practical tips, and honest limits.

“Giornata molto bella, dal punto di vista meteo, mare calmo, peccato che di balene non ne abbiamo viste. Compensate in parte da dei delfini stupendi che giocavano intorno alla barca.”

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7.2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 605 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Explore Genoa’s caruggi, Rolli palaces, cathedral, and historic museums on a bilingual two-hour walking tour for $16.

“Great tour guide through marvelous city. A must do.”

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8.Boat Tour to Portofino with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 579 reviews · 5 hours · from $30

Cruise from Genoa to Portofino for coastal views, two hours of free time, pastel houses, Castello Brown, and a strong $30 value.

“Really enjoyed the boat trip from Genoa to Portofino. Everything was done with ease from getting the boat and returning on time. Plenty of time to look around,I recommend if you can make it walking up to Castello Brown for lovely views.”

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9.Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 539 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $16

Tour Genoa’s UNESCO Rolli Palaces for $16, with Palazzo Rosso, secret frescoes, grand staircases, and a bilingual guide.

“A very good tour, very professional guide. We really enjoyed it.”

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10.Taste Genoa: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 509 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Taste Genoa on foot with pesto, focaccia, pasta, seafood, wine, and gelato across four local stops in a small English-speaking group.

“This was an excellent tour! We were in port for just a few hours and we couldn’t have had a better day! Our guide Valentina was amazing! She was full of energy and so knowledgeable about the culture, history and food of Genoa and the region. She introduced us to some of our favourite local foods and each dish was incredible! We loved spending the afternoon with her !! Thank you for an exceptional tour, Valentina!!!”

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11.Aquarium and FantaCinema Combined Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 314 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Pair Genoa’s Aquarium with FantaCinema for sea life, film memorabilia, flexible booking, and a full day in Porto Antico.

“layout was great for fitting so much in and plenty of space even when busy didn't feel over crowded a definte must visit if your visiting the port”

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12.Homemade Pasta and Pesto Class with a Local Chef in Genoa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Make fresh Ligurian pasta and pesto with a local chef in Genoa, then enjoy wine, focaccia, dessert, and rooftop city views.

“Highly recommend - great host. Had a wonderful time on the rooftop making pasta and drinking wine! Great communication - did this activity while on a cruise. Perfect way to spend the afternoon.”

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13.The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 303 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $14Best value

Explore Genoa’s City of Children and Young Museum with five-senses exhibits, optical illusions, digital art, and family play for $14.

“Il gioco del olfatto è piaciuto. Ma il museo è troppo piccolo per quello che ti fanno pagare. E non ho visto nulla di più, anzi! rispetto agli altri musei dei sensi o illusioni..”

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14.Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 275 reviews · 1 - 2.5 hours · from $35

See Genoa’s medieval lanes, waterfront, palaces, and steep streets by Segway with a local guide in a small, lively group.

“Matt was amazing, we ended up getting a private tour and he was so knowledgeable and made the experience very fun!”

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15.City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 259 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $27

See Genoa’s port, palaces, lighthouse, and coastal districts by open-top bus, with flexible hop-on hop-off access and audio commentary.

“Worth the money and has two options coastal or historic route that intertwines at places so you can see all of both routes . We got on at the cruise terminal however was given no guidance to where to find either of the start points this was very frustrating in 33 degree heat . After some walking we found one if the bus stops clearly marked however not all stops have a dedicated sightseeing stand and can be merged in to other boards .”

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