Genoa

City · Liguria, 🇮🇹 Italy

Population 558,745

Area 241 km²

Time zone Europe/Rome

Official website www.comune.genova.it

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Genova's Unmissable Gems

This selection features Genova’s maritime landmarks, military fortifications, and religious sites. It includes the 16th-century Lanterna lighthouse, the monumental Arch of Victory, and the high-altitude Shrine of Nostra Signora della Guardia. The list also highlights the city's coastal character through the Anita Garibaldi Promenade and the Nervi district, alongside historic defensive structures like Forte Quezzi. Cultural venues such as the Teatro della Tosse and Casa Paganini represent the city's artistic heritage within the historic center.

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Churches and Religious Sites

This collection highlights the architectural and spiritual diversity of the Genoa metropolitan area, spanning from the coastal districts of Nervi and Voltri to the heights of Monte Figogna. It features major pilgrimage destinations like the Shrine of Nostra Signora della Guardia alongside historic parish churches and local oratories. These sites showcase Liguria's deep-rooted sacred history, featuring various religious traditions, hillside locations, and structures ranging from medieval foundations to 19th-century reconstructions.

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Historic Monuments & Castles

Genoa's historical landscape is defined by its maritime power and defensive architecture. This collection features the iconic Lanterna, one of the world's oldest working lighthouses, alongside upland military fortifications like Forte Quezzi and Forte Geremia. Commemorative structures, including the imposing Arch of Victory and various local war memorials, document the city's 20th-century history, while sites like Castello di San Cipriano showcase the region's architectural evolution and strategic significance overlooking the valleys.

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Parks, Gardens & Viewpoints

This selection showcases the diverse landscapes of Genoa, from the monumental Piazza della Vittoria with its 1931 Victory Arch to the historic Lanterna, a 16th-century lighthouse serving as the city’s landmark. The list spans urban gardens and the rugged peaks of the Ligurian Apennines, including Monte Figogna and Bric del Dente. These locations offer varied perspectives, ranging from formal floral displays of Columbus's caravels to panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean coastline and the bustling industrial port.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: May, June, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor

10° (feels like 7°) · extremes 0°–14°
4° at night
10 rainy days
8 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
14°C · too cold to swim
UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Fair

11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -1°–16°
4° at night
9 rainy days
9 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
13°C · too cold to swim
UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Fair

14° (feels like 12°) · extremes 1°–19°
7° at night
11 rainy days
12 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
13°C · too cold to swim
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Good

17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 5°–22°
10° at night
13 rainy days
13 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
15°C · too cold to swim
UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Great

21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 10°–26°
14° at night
14 rainy days
13 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
18°C · too cold to swim
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Great

25° (feels like 26°) · extremes 14°–30°
18° at night
11 rainy days
16 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Humid air
Calm winds
22°C · cool for a dip
UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in July

Good

27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 16°–32°
20° at night
10 rainy days
20 sunny days
11 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
25°C · warm for swimming
UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Good

28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 17°–33°
20° at night
12 rainy days
18 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
25°C · warm for swimming
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Great

24° · extremes 13°–28°
17° at night
11 rainy days
14 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
23°C · cool for a dip
UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Good

19° · extremes 8°–24°
13° at night
13 rainy days
9 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
21°C · cool for a dip
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Fair

14° (feels like 12°) · extremes 3°–18°
9° at night
13 rainy days
7 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
18°C · too cold to swim
UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor

10° (feels like 8°) · extremes 0°–15°
5° at night
11 rainy days
8 sunny days
3 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
16°C · too cold to swim
UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 112
Electricity: Type C / Type F / Type L
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: Italian
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +39

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