Terminal Crociere Ponte dei Mille → Piazza De Ferrari
Walk about 15 minutes from the ship to Principe metro station, take the metro, and get off at De Ferrari. A single ticket costs €2 and is available from vending machines.
Cruise port in Italy
Genoa
Allow about 10 min each way from the terminal to the city center. Average time in port: 9 hours. 43 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 17 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 1,816 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 9 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 193
Photo: Photograph by Erin Doering
After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Genoa cruise terminals. Allow about 10 min each way from the terminal to the city center.
- 2 cruise terminals
The assigned dock is one of Terminal Crociere Ponte dei Mille, Ponte Andrea Doria and varies by sailing.
- Terminal Traghetti
Ships arriving at Terminal Traghetti are ferries connecting Sardinia, Sicily, Corsica, Spain, Tunisia, and Morocco. Cruise ships arrive at Terminal Crociere at Stazione Marittima.
About 9 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- Genoa city centreAbout 10 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 8 hr 30 min
- PortofinoAbout 1 hr each wayTime at destinationAbout 7 hr
- Cinque TerreAbout 2 hr each wayTime at destinationAbout 5 hr
Return travel Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Stazione Marittima (Terminal Crociere) → Porto Antico
Exit Terminal Crociere to the right and walk along Via Gramsci to Porto Antico.
Genova Sestri Ponente-Aeroporto → Genova Piazza Principe
Take a train from Genova Sestri Ponente-Aeroporto station to Genova Piazza Principe station.
Ponte Andrea Doria → Piazza De Ferrari
Walk about 10 minutes from the ship to Dinegro metro station, take the metro, and get off at De Ferrari. A single ticket costs €2 and is available from vending machines.
Aeroporto di Genova-Sestri Ponente → Genova Sestri Ponente-Aeroporto
Take Airlink from outside the airport arrivals area and get off at Genova Sestri Ponente-Aeroporto station. The stated operating hours are 06:00–22:00, with departures every 15 minutes.
Stazione Marittima (Terminal Crociere) → Genova Piazza Principe
From Villa del Principe in front of the terminal exit, walk along Via Andrea Doria to the square in front of Genova Piazza Principe station.
Aeroporto di Genova-Sestri Ponente → Genova Piazza Principe
Take VOLABUS from the airport and get off at Genova Piazza Principe station. Buy a one-way ticket from the airport vending machine or onboard.
Genova Piazza Principe → Aeroporto di Genova-Sestri Ponente
Take a taxi from Genova Piazza Principe station to the airport. The source lists €7 as a fixed fare per person when at least 3 people are traveling.
Genoa places to explore
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Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Genoa Cathedral, notable for its distinctive alternating black-and-white marble exterior.
- Hours
- Daily 08:00–12:00, 15:00–19:00
Reviews say visitors could tour the cathedral only after Mass, so check Mass times before visiting.
Palazzo Ducale
A palace where exhibitions and events are held.
- Hours
- Daily 07:00–21:00
The entire palace is not always open to visitors, so check which rooms are included if there is a particular room you want to see.
Lanterna di Genova
A lighthouse described as one of Genoa's symbols, with views over the city and sea.
- Admission
- EUR 6
- Hours
- Mon–Thu Closed
Fri–Sun 10:00–18:00
You can climb only as far as the first lookout, not to the top of the lighthouse, so plan your visit accordingly.
Acquario di Genova
Genoa's aquarium, where you can see marine life and one of the main attractions of the Old Port.
- Admission
- EUR 34
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–18:00
Check time slots online and buy aquarium tickets in advance to avoid queues and choose a less crowded time.
Palazzo San Giorgio
A historic building that was once a political and financial center, where you can see beautiful architecture and frescoes.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 24 hours
Sun Closed
Palazzo San Giorgio is not normally open to the public, so plan to see only the exterior unless there is a special viewing event.
Porta Soprana
A gate and tower that formed part of Genoa's old defensive walls.
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Daily 24 hours
Nearby and longer trips
Compare nearby destinations with full-day trips requiring four or more hours of return travel, allowing for the ship’s time in port.
Portofino
About 1 hr each wayTime at destination About 7 hr
SightsAbbazia di San FruttuosoAn abbey accessible only by a path from Monte di Portofino, a coastal trail from the Gulf of Portofino, or by sea.
San Fruttuoso’s beach and landing pier can be very crowded on holidays, and even the stairs may be blocked, so visit on a weekday if possible.
SightsCastello BrownA castle on the hill overlooking Portofino harbor and the sea.
The walk to Brown Castle is uphill and includes stairs, making access difficult for stroller and wheelchair users; pedestrians should allow plenty of time to climb.
SightsFaro di PortofinoA lighthouse at the tip of the Portofino peninsula, with views of the Gulf of Tigullio.
Reviews say the lighthouse building itself is not open, so plan to go for the views rather than to see the interior.
Food and cafésTrattoria TripoliA restaurant in Portofino with excellent food, set back from the street so you can dine without being disturbed by passersby.
SightsChiesa di San GiorgioA church on the cliffs visible from the harbor, housing relics of Saint George.
Reviews say the church interior was closed or under restoration, so check whether it is open first if you want to see the interior.
Food and cafésTaverna del MarinaioA restaurant tucked into a lane in Portofino, serving good food in a calm setting with few passersby.
Reviews say guests who wanted only drinks at Taverna del Marinaio were told to order one plate of food per person, so check the ordering terms before sitting down.
NeighborhoodsPiazza Martiri dell’OlivettaThe central square in front of Portofino harbor, with views of the harbor and village.
NeighborhoodsBaia di ParaggiOne of the most beautiful beaches in Liguria, near Portofino. It is known for its clear water and is the only sandy beach within walking distance of the town center.
Cinque Terre
About 2 hr each wayTime at destination About 5 hrLong full-day trip · About 4 hr round trip · Check the time available to return to the ship
ActivitiesSentiero AzzurroA famous coastal walking route linking the Cinque Terre villages. Trail access conditions may vary by section.
Food and cafésNessun DormaPerched on a cliff facing Manarola, it offers sunset aperitivo, one of the most popular things to do in the Cinque Terre. You may therefore have to wait for a seat.
Nessun Dorma does not accept advance reservations for regular tables; you must join the same-day queue through its app, so prepare the app and account for the difficulty of predicting when you will be called.
NeighborhoodsCinque Terre villagesA region made up of the five villages of Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore.
ActivitiesCinque Terre coastal boat rideFrom the sea, you can see the Cinque Terre villages perched on the cliffs.
Cruises calling at Genoa
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Naples departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 879
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About Genoa
Genoa is a port city in the Northwest of Italy. Home to the Genoa Aquarium, famous for having the largest exposition of biodiversity in Europe, the city is also a great place to visit for anyone interested in architecture.
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