Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...

No search results found for
“”

Make sure words are spelled correctly.

Try searching for a travel destination.

Places near me Random place

Popular Destinations

  • Paris
  • London
  • New York
  • Berlin
  • Rome
  • Los Angeles
Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters
Sign In Join
All Italy Genoa

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Genoa

11 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Genoa, Italy

Updated April 1, 2024

Email
Attractions
Trips
Map
Leaderboards
Stories
Hotel Deals

Unusual Attractions in Genoa

Genoa, Italy

Cimitero Monumentale di Staglieno

A stunning cemetery famous for its extraordinarily delicate & lifelike mourning sculptures.
The cathedral exterior.

Genoa, Italy

Genoa Cathedral

This cathedral hides a sculpted dog that determines your fate and an unexploded shell from World War II.
Cabin in the Ascensore Castello d’Albertis-Montegall.etto

Genoa, Italy

Ascensore Castello d'Albertis-Montegalletto

This peculiar Italian elevator runs both horizontally and vertically.
The Angel of the Resurrection by Giulio Monteverde.

Genoa, Italy

Monteverde Angel

The "Mona Lisa" of funerary art.
The Palace of Saint George, Genoa.

Genoa, Italy

Palazzo San Giorgio

Once home to one of the oldest banks in the world, this building is also where Marco Polo's famous travelogue was written.
(Cannon Films Archive)

Genoa, Italy

Roman Polanski's Neptune

Massive galleon from a box-office bomb docked in Genoa.
The Museum’s Facade

Genoa, Italy

Civic Museum of Natural History Giacomo Doria

Genoa's collection of over 4 million zoological, botanical, and geological specimens from around the world.

Genoa, Italy

Principe-Granarolo Funicular Railway

Although called a funicular by both its owner and the locals this historic railroad is actually a rack and pinion system.
See All 11 Things To Do in Genoa
In partnership with KAYAK

Plan Your Trip

In partnership with GetYourGuide

Unforgettable Experiences Nearby

Atlas Obscura Adventures

Flavors of Italy: Roman Carbonara, Florentine Steak & Venetian Cocktails

Savor local cuisine across Rome, Florence & Venice.

Book Now

Explore Genoa, Italy

Architecture 4
Transportation 3
History & Culture 3
Railroads 2
Design 2
Funicular 2

Genoa Leaderboard

Places Added

  1. Dr Alan P Newman
    4
  2. Fred Cherrygarden
    2
  3. atimian
    1
  4. streifenwolf
    1
  5. Annetta Black
    1
Join the Ranks!
Add an unusual place to Genoa.

Places Edited

  1. Dr Alan P Newman
    5
  2. linkogecko
    3
  3. Fred Cherrygarden
    2
  4. atimian
    1
  5. vturiserra
    1

Places Visited

  1. marcoemarghe
    9
  2. rtervydyte
    8
  3. Tlon Uqbar
    8
  4. kennethcarranza
    7
  5. spfdffvznd
    7
Join the Ranks!
Visit a place in Genoa.

Recent Genoa Activity

  • malloryS

    wants to go to Mackenzie Castle

  • malloryS

    wants to go to Civic Museum of Natural History Giacomo Doria

  • malloryS

    wants to go to Genoa Cathedral

  • freddoloso

    wants to go to Cimitero Monumentale di Staglieno

  • stevenspalldecember

    has been to The Lighthouse of Genoa

Stories About Genoa

A diver cleans a tank in the tropical section.

It Takes a Lot of Odd Jobs to Keep a Massive Aquarium Running

And they all involve developing a close relationship with the aquatic world and its inhabitants.
by Vittoria Traverso
September 1, 2021

Become an Atlas Obscura Member

Join our community of curious explorers.

Learn More

Get Our Email Newsletter

Follow Us

Facebook YouTube TikTok Instagram Pinterest RSS Feed

Get the app

Download the App
Download on the Apple App Store Get it on Google Play
  • All Places
  • Latest Places
  • Most Popular
  • Places to Eat
  • Random
  • Nearby
  • Add a Place
  • Stories
  • Food & Drink
  • Itineraries
  • Lists
  • Video
  • Podcast
  • Newsletters
  • All Trips
  • Family Trip
  • Food & Drink
  • History & Culture
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • FAQ
  • Membership
  • Feedback & Ideas
  • Community Guidelines
  • Product Blog
  • Unique Gifts
  • Work With Us
  • About
  • FAQ
  • Advertise With Us
  • Advertising Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms of Use
Atlas Obscura

© 2025 Atlas Obscura. All Rights Reserved.