Boccadasse Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Boccadasse
Popular places to visit

Aquarium of Genoa
Discover the weird and wonderful creatures of the deep at one of Europe’s largest aquariums, where sharks, manatees, penguins and a myriad of tropical fish await.

Old Port
Venture into this thriving and culturally rich area of Genoa to discover splendid museums, a bustling harbor and a leisurely atmosphere.

Genoa Port Center
You can browse the exhibits at Genoa Port Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Genoa. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Piazza Principe
Find out about the history of Genoa when you take a trip to Piazza Principe. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Luigi Ferraris Stadium
Catch an event at Luigi Ferraris Stadium during your trip to Genoa. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Piazza de Ferrari
Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.
Activities

City Sightseeing Genoa Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Genoa: Biosfera Entrance Ticket

Genova: Basilica of Carignano, ascend and visit

Genoa: Aquarium, Galata Museum and Submarine Entry Tickets

Genoa: Historic Guided Tour of Christopher Columbus' House

Portofino On Your Own from Genoa
Our pick of the best Boccadasse Hotel Deals

Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast
The hotel is very impressive and the staff is extremely friendly. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Tower Genova Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Perfect short walk from the Airport to the hotel
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Bristol Palace Hotel
Beautiful hotel great staff excellent service!!! Definitely worth the visit!!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Starhotels President

Hotel Continental Genova
Was amazing
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Hotel Astoria
Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great value.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Boccadasse

Albaro
While visiting Albaro, you might make a stop by sights like Passeggiata di Corso Italia and Villa Saluzzo Bombrini.

Medio Levante
You'll enjoy the monuments and waterfront in Medio Levante. You might want to make time for a stop at Fiera di Genova or Villa Saluzzo Bombrini.

Quarto dei Mille
While visiting Quarto dei Mille, you might make a stop by sights like Scoglio dei Mille and Bagni Europa.

Foce
While visiting Foce, you might make a stop by sights like Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Bluetrekkers.

San Fruttuoso
While visiting San Fruttuoso, you might make a stop by sights like Luigi Ferraris Stadium and Castello Mackenzie.

Carignano
Carignano might not have many top sights, but La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
