Genoa

Genoa, a coastal city in northwest Italy, is known for its historic old town, lively port, and stunning views of the Alps. It also has a famous castle (Cavour), a picturesque square (Piazza De Ferrari), and one more major claim to fame: Christopher Columbus, the celebrated explorer, who set sail from Genoa in 1492. You can learn more about his historic journey in monuments and museums scattered throughout this great city.
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Top places to visit

1Aquarium of Genoa

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Aquarium
Nature & Parks
The Aquarium of Genoa is the largest aquarium in Europe and features around 12,000 different species of fish and marine mammals. It's also home to six million litres (1.6m gallons) of water, making it one of the biggest aquariums in the world. The size of some of the tanks is impressive, especially for creatures like dolphins and sharks. Kids will love exploring all the exhibits, from manatees to coral reefs.
Ponte Spinola, 16128 Genova GE, Italyhttps://www.acquariodigenova.it/

2Galata Museo del Mare

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Maritime museum
Museums
The Galata Museo del Mare (GAM) is a large maritime museum in Genoa, Italy. It has exhibits on the history of shipping and navigation, with reconstructions of ships and a moored submarine. The museum is well-known for its extensive collection of original artifacts from all over the world.
Calata Ansaldo De Mari, 1, 16126 Genova GE, Italyhttp://www.galatamuseodelmare.it/

3Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

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Cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
The Cattedrale di San Lorenzo is a Romanesque cathedral located in the heart of the Old Town in Genoa, Italy. It houses unique holy relics, including a frescoed interior and paintings by Luca Cambiaso, Barocci, Giovanni Andrea Ansaldo and Andrea Sansovino among others.

4Doge's Palace

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Event venue
Museums
Genoa's top palace, the Doges Palace, is a historical landmark and cultural center which offers exhibitions, conferences and festivals. The palace is also the home of Genoas main museum.
Piazza Giacomo Matteotti, 9, 16123 Genova GE, Italyhttps://palazzoducale.genova.it/

5Royal Palace Museum

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Castles
The Royal Palace Museum in Genoa is a large and impressive palace containing ornate frescoes, furniture, and sculptures from the 17th to 18th centuries. The museum is also home to a collection of paintings by some of the greatest artists of the Baroque and Rococo periods.
Via Balbi, 10, 16126 Genova GE, Italyhttps://palazzorealegenova.cultura.gov.it/

Top places to eat

1Trattoria Rosmarino

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Restaurant
Located in the heart of Genoa, Trattoria Rosmarino features traditional and modern Ligurian cuisine with an enchanting setting. With great value for money, this restaurant is a must-go for any food lover visiting the city.
Salita del Fondaco, 30, 16123 Genova GE, Italyhttp://www.trattoriarosmarino.it/

2Soho

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Italian restaurant
The Italian restaurant Soho offers a sophisticated chain outlet with an extensive wine list and a fish shop and bar. The food is great, with dishes such as risotto and pasta with pesto proving popular. However, the service can be noisy, and there is often a wait for tables.
Via al Ponte Calvi, 20 R, 16124 Genova GE, Italyhttp://www.ristorantesoho.it/

3Le Rune

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Restaurant
Italian restaurant
Le Rune serves delicious Italian food that is a must-eat in Genoa. The food is simple but perfect, and the service is friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has a daily menu that you can access on top of the regular menu, so there's always something new to try.
Adiacente a, Salita Inferiore di Sant'Anna, Piazza del Portello, 13r, 16125 Genova GE, Italyhttps://www.ristorantelerune.it/

4La Pizza di Egizio

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Pizza restaurant
La Pizza di Egizio is a great place to order thin-crust pizza. The staff is friendly and efficient, and they have a good selection of Piedmontese craft beers on tap. The pizzas are also delicious - definitely worth trying!
Via Bolzano, 2, 16166 Genova GE, Italyhttp://www.lapizzadiegizio.com/

5Trattoria dell'Acciughetta

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Seafood restaurant
The Trattoria dell'Acciughetta is a seafood restaurant in Genoa that is well known for its creative and modern Ligurian dishes. The young, kind and extremely prepared staff offers a great range of imaginative meals based on blue fish. The menu includes seasonal seafood as well as braised veal cheek and trofie pasta. There is an enticing range of wines from small producers available at this restaurant.
Piazza Sant'Elena, 16126 Genova GE, Italyhttp://www.acciughetta.com/

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