Genoa Walking Tour: Explore the Cradle of Shipbuilders

1 hour 30 minutes • Free CancellationMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 18+Audio guide • Operated by LEPLACE GLOBAL

Why we love it?

The Genoa Cradle of Shipbuilders GPS App Walking Tour is an interactive self-guided experience designed for those who prefer exploring at their own pace. Lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes, this mobile game allows participants to start and pause the tour as they wish, making it ideal for families, solo travelers, or anyone seeking a flexible itinerary. Highlights include visits to significant historical sites such as Piazza San Matteo, the center of Genoa's medieval financial power, and Piazza Banchi, the location of the world's first public bank. The tour also features the iconic Palazzo San Giorgio, offering a glimpse into the city's rich maritime history and architectural heritage.
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Inclusions

  • Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
  • Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
  • Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
  • Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience

Exclusions

  • A physical tour guide (not included)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Explore Piazza San Matteo, the heart of Genoa's medieval financial power. Discover carved coats of arms, secret passageways, and stories of the Doria family's banking innovations. Unravel puzzles and see how Genoa's fortunes changed the world.

Stop 2

Relive Genoa's golden age in Piazza Banchi, where the world's first public bank changed history. Capture the iconic loggia and the Church of San Pietro—discover the birthplace of modern banking!

Stop 3

Stand before the iconic Palazzo San Giorgio, once a fortress and world-changing bank. Explore tales of Marco Polo, Genoa's colonial power, and find the dragon hidden on the palace's façade. Solve a riddle to unlock the secrets of this historic landmark.

Stop 4

Wander Genoa's ancient harbor, Porto Antico, where medieval ships once set sail for adventure. Hunt for a hidden symbol from the city's golden age among historic warehouses and mooring rings.

Stop 5

Stroll Genoa's legendary Via del Campo, where sailors, merchants, and musicians have mingled for centuries. Spot historic plaques, discover the rebellious Fontana dei Vacchero, and uncover stories that shaped the city's soul.

Stop 6

Step into Genoa's seafaring past at the Galata Maritime Museum! Explore full-sized galleys, ancient maps, and quirky relics like a sailor's biscuit or a pirate-proof logbook. Discover the secrets of Mediterranean explorers in this immersive adventure.

Stop 7

Explore Genoa's Porto Nuovo, where medieval relics meet modern shipping giants. Spot centuries-old maritime artifacts along Via Milano and capture the dynamic contrast between the city's storied past and its bustling present.

Stop 8

Dash through history to the Lanterna di Genova, the Mediterranean's tallest lighthouse and Genoa's iconic beacon. Discover centuries-old secrets, spot the city's coat of arms, and imagine the adventures of sailors guided home by its legendary light.

Please Note

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for visually impaired people
  • Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
  • Not recommended for seniors over 80
  • IMPORTANT: To access the self-guided adventure, you must first activate your booking through LP Connect. 1. Open LP Connect in your web browser: connect.leplace.online/support
  • 2. Read the Activation Guide and enter your booking reference (looks like VIA-12345678 - you can find this on your ticket).
  • 3. Get your private unlock code and follow the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS to install the Leplace World app (via Play Store, TestFlight, or web). Before you go: Complete the activation as early as possible (ideally a few hours or a day before your arrival) so we can help in due time if needed.
  • Check the weather before starting your tour.
  • You can play anytime after booking.
  • Head to the starting point and enjoy your adventure! Note: It may take up to 2 hours for your ticket to be registered in our system (usually much faster). If you can't activate your tour right away, try again later with your booking reference. If you still have issues, please contact us via LP Connect Support.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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