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2 days · Genoa itinerary

Genoa in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Genoa lets you add the Riviera. This 2-day itinerary covers the city on day one and Portofino on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old town & Aquarium
  2. 2Pesto class
  3. 3Day 2: Portofino
  4. 4Camogli boat

Day 1: the city

Explore the old town, the Aquarium and a pesto class.

Day 2: Portofino

Take a boat trip to glamorous Portofino and Camogli.

Evenings: Ligurian food

Enjoy trofie al pesto, seafood and local wine.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Genoa — prices per person.

Mortar pesto lesson with World Champion and local Menu
Genoa
Mortar pesto lesson with World Champion and local Menu
5.0(41)·1h 30min
from$79/ person
via Viator
Andrea Boat Charter Portofino
Portofino
Andrea Boat Charter Portofino
5.0(96)·3–7 hours
from$857/ person
via Viator
Daily and Sunset Nightly tour boat from Genoa to Portofino
Portofino
Daily and Sunset Nightly tour boat from Genoa to Portofino
5.0(19)·7h 30min
from$1,257/ person
via Viator
With Tiziana Cooking Class for Pesto , Gnocchi and Tiramisù
Genoa
With Tiziana Cooking Class for Pesto , Gnocchi and Tiramisù
5.0(30)·2 hours
from$149/ person
via Viator
Private boat tour in the Tigullio and in the Portofino area
Genoa
Private boat tour in the Tigullio and in the Portofino area
5.0(79)·3–4 hours
from$503/ person
via Viator
Daily and Sunset Tour Exursion boat from Genoa to Portofino
Genoa
Daily and Sunset Tour Exursion boat from Genoa to Portofino
4.7(28)·7h 30min
from$1,257/ person
via Viator
Genoa: 5 Ligurian Wines with Pesto, Focaccia & Cheese Tasting
Genoa
Genoa: 5 Ligurian Wines with Pesto, Focaccia & Cheese Tasting
5.0(11)·1 hour
from$55/ person
via Viator
Private Boat Tour Portofino, Golfo Paradiso and Tigullio
Portofino
Private Boat Tour Portofino, Golfo Paradiso and Tigullio
5.0(55)·7 hours
from$2,742/ person
via Viator

Genoa in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Genoa?
Two days covers the city — the old town, Aquarium and a pesto class — on day one, and a Portofino boat trip on day two, a great balance of the city and the Riviera.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Genoa?
The old town and Palazzi dei Rolli, the Aquarium and Old Port, pesto and focaccia, and a boat trip to Portofino.
Is Portofino worth it from Genoa?
Yes — Portofino’s glamour, pastel harbour and the scenic boat journey along the Riviera, often with Camogli and San Fruttuoso, make it a beautiful day trip just 45 minutes away.

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