Genova itinerary

1 day in Genova

One day in Genova is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Genova

With a single day, stay close to Genova's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

September 2026

Gianluca Gotto - Questione di Karma event poster

Gianluca Gotto - Questione di Karma

Teatro Carlo FeliceWed, Sep 16Culture & Art

🎟️ From €29

Helmi event poster

Helmi

Giardini LuzzatiSat, Sep 19Culture & Art

🎟️ From €20

20 anni di Gnu Quartet - Live with friends event poster

20 anni di Gnu Quartet - Live with friends

Teatro Carlo FeliceTue, Sep 29Music

🎟️ From €40

Ligabue event poster

Ligabue

PalateknoshipWed, Sep 30Culture & Art

🎟️ From €59

October 2026

Cavalli Marci - Campa Cavallo event poster

Cavalli Marci - Campa Cavallo

Politeama GenoveseThu, Oct 1Culture & Art

🎟️ From €35

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseTue, Oct 6Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseWed, Oct 7Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseThu, Oct 8Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseFri, Oct 9Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseSat, Oct 10Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

The 5.6.7.8'S event poster

The 5.6.7.8'S

Teatro VerdiSun, Oct 11Culture & Art

🎟️ From €23

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseSun, Oct 11Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

Brunori Sas event poster

Brunori Sas

Teatro Carlo FeliceTue, Oct 13Culture & Art

🎟️ From €39

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseTue, Oct 13Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseWed, Oct 14Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseThu, Oct 15Culture & Art

🎟️ From €26

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseFri, Oct 16Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

ALFA event poster

ALFA

PalateknoshipSat, Oct 17Culture & Art

🎟️ From €45

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseSat, Oct 17Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

ALFA event poster

ALFA

PalateknoshipSun, Oct 18Culture & Art

🎟️ From €45

Rumors event poster

Rumors

Politeama GenoveseSun, Oct 18Culture & Art

🎟️ From €30

La Bella e la Bestia event poster

La Bella e la Bestia

Teatro VerdiSun, Oct 18Culture & Art

🎟️ From €17

Drink the Sea event poster

Drink the Sea

Teatro VerdiWed, Oct 21Food & Drink

🎟️ From €26

Hans Zimmer - Tribute by Ensemble Symphony Orchestra event poster

Hans Zimmer - Tribute by Ensemble Symphony Orchestra

Politeama GenoveseWed, Oct 21Culture & Art

🎟️ From €35

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Genova?
A single day covers Genova's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Genova in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Genova's local transport options before you go.