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Genoa Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local

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| Genoa, Italy
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

To fully discover a city one may participate in a lot of tours and go eat at many venues published on travel guides and recommended by online travellers but the true local knows where to take you and you'll be paired with a Local Expert who will tell you stories, curiosities and will take you to spots outside of the tourist lens.

We'll visit the most important and the least acknowledged hitspots of the UNESCO Genoa Vicoli area.

Also, with us, you'll be able to eat some of the most typical snacks available in the city, which mean a lot to the gastronomic history of the locals.

The activity is suitable to people of all ages, from the kid discovering the curiosities behing the walls of the vicoli to the adults learning about Genoa's culture.

What's Included

  • Snacks Local savoury and sweet snacks
  • Elevator Ticket
  • Guide
  • Tips / Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Largo Alessandro Pertini
16121 Genova GE, Italy

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Palazzo Ducale

Passing by Palazzo Ducale, we'll enter its patio, seeing from within one of the most important buildings in the city centre.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Lorenzo

Looking from outside, you'll discover the true nature of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and all the stories and curiosities that lie behind it and its facade.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campetto

Nestled in between medieval and baroque palaces, its a hit point for the city centre and its "sestriere" of the Molo.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via Luccoli

One of the most renowned vicoli, you'll be able to discover the true Genoese nature in one of the most beautiful narrow streets.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via Macelli di Soziglia

Full of botteghes and little old shops, you'll explore the older side of the vicoli, where botteghe were the central figures of the old city. Vendors, markets, leather shops, and many like them!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi

The "already known as" Strada Nuova, is one of the most acknowledged streets in the whole city. Here you'll find most of the UNESCO buildings such as Palazzo Rosso and we'll take you to an unexpected but worth-it venue, outside of the tourist path!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spianata Castelletto

We'll end the tour at the top of the city, after visiting the vicoli area from within, you'll see it from the top. What a view!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Genoa Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-465652P2

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Genoa Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks. Local savoury and sweet snacks.
  • Elevator Ticket.
  • Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tips / Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Genoa Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Genoa Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

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  • SnacksLocal savoury and sweet snacks
  • Elevator Ticket
  • Guide
  • Tips / Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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