In 1846 the city hosted the eighth Meeting of Italian Scientists and in 1902 Luigi Carnera discovered an asteroid and called it "485 Genua", dedicating it to the Latin name of Genoa.

Discover the astonishing beauty of the Palazzi dei Rolli, genuine masterpieces of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site! An unforgettable journey through …

Genoa, city and Mediterranean seaport in northwestern Italy. It is the capital of Genova provincia and of Liguria regione and is the centre of the Italian Riviera. Its total area is 93 square miles (240 square km).

Genoa (Italian: Genova, Ligurian: Zena) is a historic port city in northern Italy, the capital of the Liguria region. As a tourist attraction, it is often overshadowed by cities such as Rome or Venice, even …

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Genoa. Discover the secrets of Genoa with a storyteller! These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveler reviews, ratings, number of …

Discover palazzos, historic shops, ancient forts, local pesto and more in Genoa. Find top attractions and expert tips in our Genoa travel guide.

Genoa is one of the most fascinating, unique and beautiful European cities, nestled between the Ligurian mountains and the azure blue sea. Not everyone knows that Genoa boasts the largest …