Genoa Historic Centre Walking Tour: Unconventional Itinerary with Storytelling and Music
4.9
60 Ratings
Genova
Embark on a captivating walking tour of Genoa's historic center, exploring an unconventional itinerary filled with storytelling and music. Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chiesa di Nostra Signora del Carmine e Sant’Agnese - The first story takes place in the medieval district of Carmine, very characteristic for its “creuze”
  • Basilica di Santa Maria di Castello - We will stop by the Embriaci tower - where an important noble man and political leader used to live - for the second story
  • Campopisano - The third story takes place in Campopisano, a charming place related to the rivalry between the Maritime Republics of Genoa and Pisa
  • Torri di Porta Soprana - The last story is about Barbarossa walls, on which we will go up for a short distance. Afterwards we will follow the route around the walls up to Porta Soprana
What's Included
  • Professional tour leader guides the tour.
Additional Information

We’ll guide you to the most ancient area of the historic core in a unique tour: Genoa has a lot to offer, but it demands an observant eye as the charm of the old town is better appreciated by those resolved to uncover it. We’ll lead you to the city’s most captivating places, ones you’re less likely to discover by yourself, and provide a journey back in time with narratives accompanied by the melody of a mini guitar.

Location
Piazza della Nunziata
Piazza della Nunziata 4, by the stairs of the church
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Federico
Mar 24, 2024
Among the alleys of Genoa - Walking through the Genoese Caruggi to discover small treasures unknown to most. Alessandro, an exquisite person and a very good singer and composer, accompanies you by telling historical anecdotes with passion and sympathy and making you live a beautiful and immersive experience in the heart of present and past Genoa. All you need is a pinch of imagination to take a leap back in time...🙂 Every song is written and composed by him, and every story told follows a careful and curious study. Note of merit: He succeeded in making me appreciate the story sung in Campo Pisano 😅 Said by a Pisan by birth resident in Genoa. An experience that is unlikely to be forgotten. Thank you with all my heart! ❤️ Federico and Romina.
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Albertvr9987uu
Feb 5, 2024
Best part of our Genova visit. - The 3 hours walking experience with the guide, Allessandro, explaining and singing about the history and remarkable things happened and happening in Genua was a highlight when visiting this ancient seashore city. Did you know the model for The Primavera painting of Boticceli was a Genova born girl. We know now where she lived.
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Gianpaolod856
Jan 3, 2024
GENOA WITH THE STORIES SINGER - Exploring the characteristic alleys and suggestive creuze of Genoa, riding the funiculars and admiring the city from above in the company of Alessandro were truly special moments. The prospect of narrating the history of Genoa through verse and music proved to be extremely engaging, offering a unique approach compared to traditional tourist circuits. Thanks to Alessandro for making this experience so memorable and inspiring. His passion for sharing the city's history made our tour even more fascinating.
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Davidegiordano1991
Dec 30, 2023
Unique tour for secret Genoa - The tour with Alessandro was a unique experience! I've been touring cities in Italy and Europe for years and the first thing I do is a tour. None were as intimate and full of information as the one with Alessandro. Songs played on guitar add a unique touch! Highly recommended!
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Goppedisano
Dec 16, 2023
Tour of Genoa with stories and music - My wife and I live in Genoa and know the historic center. Alessandro accompanied us on a 3-hour tour, making us discover corners of our city, telling its history and legends, all embellished with songs on the theme.
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Northstar765189
Oct 18, 2023
Genoa from the viewpoint of a native - Wonderful experience. Our guide was fantastic and very charming. I can recommend this tour to one and all.
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W3408ssigorp
Oct 11, 2023
Different and fun tour - Everything was great with Alessandro. The tour was very interesting, even his songs. He knows so many things about the history of the city! He also recommended sites for dinner and desserts. I would recommend this tour to people who want something different to traditional tours.
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Explorer818164
Oct 7, 2023
An enjoyable way to discover Genoa - We thoroughly enjoyed Allesandro’s tour of Genoa in the old part of the city. We learned so much about Genoa’s past through his stories and songs, what a great way to learn and explore Genoa. The alleys and little corners he took us were accompanied by entertaining anecdotes and historical tidbits. Quite a walk, prepare for at least 3 hours of walking.
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Antonellar484
Mar 25, 2024
Discovering our city - Special and fun experience. A new way to get to know the city, including your own. As Genoese, we discovered corners never visited before, meeting characters from our history told in music.
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555eleonoram
Nov 20, 2023
A tour through alleys and paths with music and new friends - Very nice guided excursion, a particular and very pleasant way to see hidden places in Genoa. The promotion faithfully reflects the result. Positive.
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