The Bigo with its panoramic lift at Porto Antico

Old Port (Porto Antico)

The old port renewed by Renzo Piano: the Aquarium, the Bigo, the Biosphere and a seaside promenade in the heart of Genoa.

The Bigo with its panoramic lift at Porto Antico
Where
GenoaGenova
Address
Porto AnticoGenoa
Opening hours
Always open
Tickets
Free entry
Visit time
Half a day

The ancient port was the nerve center of the commercial and economic activities of the city of Genoa in past centuries.

On the occasion of the Colombiadi, the celebrations of the 500th anniversary of the discovery of America, this area of the city was completely renovated according to the project of Renzo Piano, the famous Genoese architect.

This port area of 230,000 square meters is now the most loved point of the city by Genoese and visitors. Full of attractions and entertainment.

Here, in addition to a nice walk or an aperitif in the sun, you can also visit many interesting things.

  • The Aquarium of Genoa
  • Galata museum of the sea
  • The biosphere, a wonderful glass and steel bubble that recreates a tropical environment with butterflies and birds inside.

At the old port you can also go up to 40 meters high with Bigo, the panoramic lift. The top will give you a beautiful 360 degree view over the city of Genoa.

If you have visited all these interesting attractions, you can do some shopping in the shops or take a break in the nearby bars and restaurants.

Where it is

Old Port (Porto Antico) is in Genoa (Genova).

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