Genoa in spring is a revelation of light. As the cold tramontana  wind gives way to a gentler sea breeze, the alleys of the historic center light up, enhancing the gold of Baroque friezes and the deep reds of noble palaces. It is the ideal time to discover the "Superba" on foot, moving between panoramic terraces and secret gardens that are returning to bloom. To fully experience this awakening, Hotel Astoria  is the perfect starting point: located in an elegant 19th-century b

Among the dishes of Ligurian tradition, the Genoese torta pasqualina  holds a clear place in local cuisine. This savoury pie, prepared with greens, eggs and fresh cheese, is linked to Easter and to the gastronomic culture of Genoa. The recipe comes from simple ingredients and from gestures passed down in families and in the city’s food shops. Talking about torta pasqualina means entering the history of Ligurian cuisine, among local products and habits that mark the arrival of

In the centre of Genoa, overlooking Piazza De Ferrari, the Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa is today the city’s main venue for opera, concerts and dance. Its history is not linear: it was founded in the 19th century, destroyed during the war and remained an empty urban space for years before its modern reconstruction. Today it hosts the opera season and many activities open to those who do not usually attend the theatre. Here is what you need to know before your visit, what you

Carnival in Genoa does not arrive weeks in advance, nor does it turn the city upside down. It happens almost suddenly: on a Sunday in a square, during an afternoon filled with children in costume, or through an event organised by a local neighbourhood. There are no postcard-style parades, but rather a series of scattered, often free events that reflect a different way of experiencing Carnival. Those who are in Genoa during this period will find a calendar made up of local f

When people talk about museums in Genoa, the Museo di Sant’Agostino is rarely the first name that comes up. And yet it is located in one of the most interesting areas of the historic centre and tells the story of the city in a direct way, without special effects. There are no crowded rooms or forced routes here, but cloisters, sculptures and fragments that help you understand how Genoa took shape over time. The Museo di Sant’Agostino in Genoa allows you to enjoy the visit e

Autumn in Liguria is the time when the land awakens with scents and ancient gestures. In the vineyards, the last bunches of grapes are harvested; in the oil mills, the new olive oil season begins, and the inland valleys come alive with voices and movement. Those setting out from Genoa can enjoy a different kind of experience — a day among hills, olive groves and wineries, where Ligurian autumn wines  are shared through tastings and encounters with local producers. It’s a sho

Genoa is a city you can recognise by its scent. Walking through the caruggi —the narrow alleys of the old town—you can smell freshly baked focaccia or just-made pesto. The traditional dishes of Genoa  tell the story of a simple cuisine, born between sea and mountains, made with humble yet characterful ingredients: olive oil, aromatic herbs, vegetables, legumes, and fish. Every recipe has its own story, often linked to the habits of sailors, the products of the Ligurian hills,