DIY Genoa

[konatyme]

We are thinking we'd just like to get off the Regal Princess in Genoa and walk around. Can anyone tell me if we'll need to get some kind of transportation from wherever the ship docks into town? Is it quite a distance? Are taxis generally available? I've been reading some about the city and it seems pretty walkable. Any assistance and information from someone who's been there fairly recently would be greatly appreciated!

[steamboats]

In Genoa you can just walk off the ship and are directly at the historic city center. But be aware that for many areas you have to walk upwards (with mainly cobblestone streets).

 

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[cruisemom42]

Some additional info here if you're considering a DIY day:  Genoa Italy Cruise Port (whatsinport.com)

[konatyme]

Thanks for your help!

[euro cruiser]

The one time I visited Genova from a cruise we had a relatively short port day, something like 8 - 5, and we were toward the end of a packed itinerary.  We decided to make it an easy day and simply walked off the ship into town and wandered around.  We had a lovely day, stumbled into a wedding at city hall, walked past Colombus's house, and along the waterfront.  My mother, then in her 80's, managed it all.

[konatyme]

Thank you, euro cruiser. We, too, were sort of thinking about an easy day at the end (almost) of a very busy cruise.

[carlmm]

I would recommend to visit at least one of the palaces. As often in Italy the street front is only a small hinter of the splendours to be found inside or even in the "back yard".

[konatyme]

Thanks for the recommendation, carlmm!