Genova downtown half day walking itinerary

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✨ Start at Piazza De Ferrari — it’s central and easy to find.

✨ Walk to Basilica della Santissima Annunziata del Vastato — it’s just a short stroll northeast from the square.

✨ Head to Via XX Settembre — walk down this main street toward the Cathedral area.

✨ Visit the Cathedral of San Lorenzo — right off Via XX Settembre, so no detours needed.

✨ From the cathedral, explore the narrow alleys heading west toward Chiesa di San Donato — it’s tucked in that area.

✨ Continue to Palazzo San Giorgio — a short walk south from Chiesa di San Donato, near the old port area but still in the historic center.

✨ Walk north to Piazza San Matteo — this little square with the church is close by and a nice medieval spot.

✨ Then head over to Via Garibaldi — it’s a bit northeast from Piazza San Matteo, and you can check out the palaces there like Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Bianco.

✨ Finish your walk at Piazza delle Fontane Marose — just a short walk south of Via Garibaldi, a nice place to relax and wrap up the day.

Lunch at Cartoleria Campetto fits nicely somewhere after visiting Basilica or Cathedral, try their pansoti in salsa di noci which is a typical Ligurian dish 👌🏻
Dinner or aperitivo at Focaccia Food and Drink is easy and delicious option 🤌🏻

Post by Gitana Marina | Aug 11, 2025