Explore Genoa’s stunning landscapes and history on a guided funicular tour, revealing breathtaking views and charming medieval quarters.
Explore Genoa’s stunning landscapes and history on a guided funicular tour, revealing breathtaking views and charming medieval quarters.
- Centro storico di Genova - Nestled in the heart of Genoa, the Historic Centre of Genoa stands as one of Europe’s largest and most well-preserved medieval old towns. This captivating district is a labyrinth of narrow alleys known as caruggi, historic squares, and ancient buildings that showcase the city’s rich maritime and cultural legacy….
- Centro storico di Genova - Nestled in the heart of Genoa, the Historic Centre of Genoa stands as one of Europe’s largest and most well-preserved medieval old towns. This captivating district is a labyrinth of narrow alleys known as caruggi, historic squares, and ancient buildings that showcase the city’s rich maritime and cultural legacy.
Strolling through the historic center, visitors can uncover magnificent churches, grand palaces, bustling markets, and secluded courtyards that illustrate Genoa’s daily life throughout the ages. The area also boasts significant landmarks tied to the powerful maritime republic that once ruled Mediterranean trade.
Acknowledged as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site alongside the renowned Palazzi dei Rolli, Genoa’s historic center provides an authentic ambiance where history, art, and local traditions converge, making it one of the most enchanting places to explore in the city.
- Genoa - Discover a unique view of Genoa as you explore the city where the sea meets the mountains. This scenic journey guides you through the medieval quarter, where narrow streets and historic structures reveal the allure of Genoa’s past. Along the way, you will traverse the traditional Creuze, the ancient paths linking the waterfront to the hills, once used by locals traveling between the port and the city’s upper areas.
As the tour ascends toward the Upper Town, you will be treated to breathtaking vistas overlooking the harbor, rooftops, and surrounding hills. Thanks to Genoa’s historic funiculars and public elevators, reaching the higher areas becomes an adventure in itself.
The route also winds through tranquil residential neighborhoods adorned with colorful houses, gardens, trees, and flowers, offering a quieter and genuine side of Genoa while unveiling stunning panoramic views of the city below.

- Public transport (elevator and funicular or bus)
- Guide
- Public transport (elevator and funicular or bus)
- Guide
- Pick up from/to Hotel
- Tips
- Pick up from/to Hotel
- Tips
Explore the distinctive landscape of Genoa, where the sea meets the mountains and the city ascends the surrounding hills. Linked by charming ancient pathways, Genoa provides stunning views that showcase its intriguing geography and rich history. By using the city’s traditional funiculars and public lifts, visitors can effortlessly reach the Upper Town…
Explore the distinctive landscape of Genoa, where the sea meets the mountains and the city ascends the surrounding hills. Linked by charming ancient pathways, Genoa provides stunning views that showcase its intriguing geography and rich history. By using the city’s traditional funiculars and public lifts, visitors can effortlessly reach the Upper Town and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the rooftops, harbor, and coastline.
During the journey, visitors will traverse the renowned Creuze, the narrow historic paths that connect the lower city to the hills, offering different perspectives of Genoa. The route also winds through a delightful medieval quarter, where original songs and stories bring the city’s past and the character of its people to life.
From the highest point, the tour descends toward the city center through tranquil residential areas adorned with colorful houses, gardens, trees, and flowers.
- It is advisable not to book tours on the same day, with close times
- Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour with us
- The order of the itinerary may vary, at the guide’s discretion.
- Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
- This tour can vary in duration between 90 minutes and 2 hours.
- People with mobility difficulties
- People with heart disease
- People in wheelchairs
- People with epilepsy
- People with low physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.