Genoa
Some folks say Genoa is the place where time gets lost in a bowl of pasta. People arrive for the famous alleyways, and sometimes they leave with a new appreciation for walking shoes. You might spot laundry hanging from balconies, or hear someone shouting about focaccia. The sea, it never sleeps. Someone once told me they found the best hotel in Genoa by accident—right after getting lost near the old port, chasing a cat. There are many ways to discover Genoa, but none of them will keep your socks dry on a rainy day.
Local weather in Italy
SPRING
mild & temperate
SUMMER
warm & sunny
AUTUMN
mild & temperate
WINTER
cool
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In Genoa, the best hotel in Genoa can be as elusive as a quiet street during lunchtime, but locals claim it is always the one with the strongest espresso. You might want to try the aquarium, where even the fish seem to be on holiday, or wander the Palazzi dei Rolli because the doors open wider if you smile (sometimes). The narrow streets, called caruggi, can turn a five-minute walk into a half-day adventure, especially if you follow the scent of fresh pesto instead of Google Maps.
Some travelers swear by a trip to Boccadasse, the small fishing village that sits just outside the city’s heart. Others end up spending hours in the old port area, counting the number of gelato flavors they can try before sunset. Museums pop up when you least expect them, usually when your feet need a break. If you ask someone for directions, you might get a story about Christopher Columbus, but probably not a map. Genoa does not always play by the rules, but neither should you.
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