Package holiday to Genoa

Genoa, the proud port city on the Ligurian coast, was once one of the most powerful maritime republics in the Mediterranean and the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Today, the capital of Liguria surprises with a fascinating mix of winding old town, magnificent Renaissance palaces, and one of the largest aquariums in Europe.

The Via Garibaldi, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, features splendid noble palaces: The Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco, and Palazzo Doria-Tursi house paintings by Rubens, Van Dyck, and Caravaggio. The old town (Centro Storico) is one of the largest medieval areas in Europe — a labyrinth of narrow alleys (Caruggi), where authentic Genoa thrives: Focaccia bakeries, pesto factories, and fish restaurants.

The Porto Antico, redesigned by star architect Renzo Piano (a Genoese), houses the impressive Acquario di Genova with dolphins, sharks, and penguins — perfect for families. The city's panoramic elevators and funiculars offer spectacular views over the harbor. Genoa's cuisine is purely Ligurian: Pesto alla Genovese (only with a mortar!), Focaccia di Recco with Stracchino cheese, Trofie al Pesto, and fresh fish. From here, you can reach the Cinque Terre in an hour and Portofino in 40 minutes. Genoa is Italy's most underrated major city.

Genoa particularly impresses with fascinating culture, excellent cuisine. As a package holiday destination, you benefit from attractive all-inclusive packages with flights, hotels, and often transfers – all at a fixed price and fully secured.