Genoa: Seriously Delicious and Fun! 🍝🏛️

#summervacay I've been to Italy dozens of times, and this was actually my first visit to the famous Genoa! It was once a mighty maritime republic, centuries ago standing alongside Venice, Pisa, and Naples as one of Italy's four great maritime powers. At one point, it even controlled all territories west of Italy... Christopher Columbus was born here and embarked on his voyage to the New World, and it's also where Italian football first began! So, what are the best things to do in Genoa? Cattedrale Di San Lorenzo (Genoa Cathedral): The inside of the church is absolutely beautiful! Old Port Of Genova (Genoa Old Port): A great area for a stroll and soaking in the atmosphere. Palazzo Rosso & Palazzo Bianco (Red Palace & White Palace): These are must-visit attractions! They boast luxurious decorations and exquisite frescoes. Belvedere Castelletto (Castelletto Lookout): You can take an elevator up to this viewpoint for panoramic city views. Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace of Genoa): Now a museum. It was closed on Monday, so I didn't get to go in. Genova Aquarium (Genoa Aquarium): Europe's second-largest aquarium. It gets very crowded on weekends. Piazza De Ferrari: The city's landmark square with a fountain. There's a shopping street nearby, and plenty of restaurants in the surrounding area. #genoa #genova #italy #travelguide #hiddengem #europetravel #historiccity #columbus #footballhistory #culturaltrip #foodie #italiantravel 🇮🇹✨