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How to Spend a Day in Genoa Italy On Foot (DIY Cruise Port Walking Tour!)
Can you easily explore Genoa, Italy on foot right from your cruise ship? Absolutely—and if my 90-year-old mom can handle the cobblestones and hills, you can too! Join us as we take you on a complete DIY cruise port day walking tour of Genoa (La Superba). Starting right from the Stazione Marittima cruise terminal, we cover just under 3 miles in about 3 hours, exploring historic harbor sights, medieval alleyways (caruggi), famous UNESCO palaces along Via Garibaldi, and the vibrant Piazza De Ferrari. Whether you are arriving on a cruise or planning a self-guided day trip, this step-by-step route shows you the best sights, local coffee spots, and practical walking logistics without needing an expensive excursion. CHAPTER STOPS 00:00 - Introduction 00:50 - Genoa Lighthouse & skyline 01:40 - Saint Lazzarino Wharf 02:21 - Galata Maritime Museum 02:39 - Darsena Marina 03:16 - Saint George Palace 03:31 - Saint Lawrence Street 03:36 - Cathedral of San Lorenzo 03:49 - Matteotti Square 04:03 - Soprana Gate 04:13 - Cloister of Saint Andrew ruins 04:18 - Christopher Columbus birth home 04:33 - Snack at Genoa Theater Café 05:05 - Garibaldi Street 05:53 - Church of San Matteo 06:08 - De Ferrari Square 06:40 - Colorful Genoese hillsides For more travel guides and inspiration, visit us at TheGloveTrotters.com! And if you loved this video, please make sure to SUBSCRIBE & EXPLORE WITH US!