Genoa is the capital of Liguria in Italy. The city is one of the largest on the Mediterranean Sea and the largest seaport in Italy. Genoa is full of historic buildings, beautiful parks and magnificent palaces and is a real joy to visit.

Your tour will begin in the historic port area of the city, before travelling into the heart of Genoa which is laid out in a maze of squares and typical Genoese alleys. The architecture is primarily medieval and there are many wonderful buildings to see. The main square is Piazza de Ferrari and from here you can get a real feel for the uniqueness and stunning design of the area.

Your tour will continue in and around the Piazza De Ferrari and you'll visit St Lawrence Cathedral, The Palace of the Doges and the reputed birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Your guide will then take you around the famous Walls of Genoa which were built in the 12th Century. The walls have been added to over the years and there are also fortresses which, when climbed, provide a fantastic view over the city.

The second half of the tour takes you around the outskirts of the city, where you'll visit a number of parks and view some of the most beautiful palaces in the world.

The city of Genoa really is magical and with so many sites to visit, your day is sure to be interesting and exciting, providing memories which will last a lifetime.

At the end of the tour, you will be returned back to the cruise port in plenty of time for your cruise ships departure.