Destination// Liguria Genoa
Liguria is a region located in the Northwest of Italy, on the border with France.
The international airport of Genoa connects the region with the mayor cities of Italy.
Liguria region’s naturalistic and artistic beauty leaves tourists speechless.
Liguria boasts 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the 42 Palazzi dei Rolli in the heart of Genoa, the Geoparco del Beigua between Genoa and Savona and, lastly, the Cinque Terre promontory in the province of La Spezia. In the region there are 15 historic hamlets which have obtained the prestigious Orange Flag recognition (Bandiera Arancione). 19 of the 'most beautiful historic hamlets in Italy' are in Liguria, a prestigious prize given by ANCI to award architectural harmony and quality of life. Genoa, the European Capital of Culture in 2004, the Ligurian capital leaves no room for doubt: Genoa is to be visited, but above all lived. A tour of the historic shops of the centre is unmissable: this is a route which leads to the discovery of hidden corners of the city and to take advantage of several shopping opportunities. Travelers who loves italian fashion and can not give up doing great deals, can visit the new shopping mall close to Cinque Terre area.
Liguria is able to satisfy every single wish or fondness that may have the traveler. The region is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor sport enthusiasts: in an idyllic setting between the sea and the hills, they can practice cycling, free-climbing, rafting and canoeing. Trekking lovers will find their paradise in the “Alta Via dei Monti Liguri”. It is also possible to join wine-trekking routes. In winter snowshoeing and skiing with a sea view is a unique and exciting experience. Moreover, with 11 golf courses, Liguria is a dream for those passionate about golf.
Every town in the area has its own food speciality and a recipe to discover by visiting its wine cellars, oil mills, restaurants and farmhouses with exquisite ones such as chickpeas “panissa” and “trofie with pesto”. In all ligurian dishes, PDO (Protected Designations of Origin) extra-virgin olive oil has its home and its aroma makes “Genoese focaccia” unique and fragrant. PDO basil is the key ingredient of pesto. 14 are the products presided over by Slowfood.
Liguria is an ideal place to spend holidays at the seaside, both for families and lonely travelers: with its 342 km of coastline, beaches and rocks, lidos and small cozy bays, equipped harbours, the region has obtained 23 Blue Flags (Bandiere Blu) in 2015. Moreover, tourists can live breathless outdoor experiences like watching whales playing with their puppies or go out fishing in the middle of the sea with local fishermen. Once they come back to land they prepare delicious meals with what they caught. When the wind makes the waves bigger, the sea becomes an irresistible call for windsurfing lovers and those who cannot turn down the excitement and thrill of nature, to be experienced even out-of-season.
The region also represents a key point of excellence for high-quality congress and incentive services.
“In Liguria” Regional Agency promotes the whole tourist package of Liguria Region, supports tourism products’ marketing activity and arranges the regional tourism planning.
Liguria is a region located in the Northwest of Italy, on the border with France.
The international airport of Genoa connects the region with the mayor cities of Italy.
Liguria region’s naturalistic and artistic beauty leaves tourists speechless.
Liguria boasts 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the 42 Palazzi dei Rolli in the heart of Genoa, the Geoparco del Beigua between Genoa and Savona and, lastly, the Cinque Terre promontory in the province of La Spezia. In the region there are 15 historic hamlets which have obtained the prestigious Orange Flag recognition (Bandiera Arancione). 19 of the 'most beautiful historic hamlets in Italy' are in Liguria, a prestigious prize given by ANCI to award architectural harmony and quality of life. Genoa, the European Capital of Culture in 2004, the Ligurian capital leaves no room for doubt: Genoa is to be visited, but above all lived. A tour of the historic shops of the centre is unmissable: this is a route which leads to the discovery of hidden corners of the city and to take advantage of several shopping opportunities. Travelers who loves italian fashion and can not give up doing great deals, can visit the new shopping mall close to Cinque Terre area.
Liguria is able to satisfy every single wish or fondness that may have the traveler. The region is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor sport enthusiasts: in an idyllic setting between the sea and the hills, they can practice cycling, free-climbing, rafting and canoeing. Trekking lovers will find their paradise in the “Alta Via dei Monti Liguri”. It is also possible to join wine-trekking routes. In winter snowshoeing and skiing with a sea view is a unique and exciting experience. Moreover, with 11 golf courses, Liguria is a dream for those passionate about golf.
Every town in the area has its own food speciality and a recipe to discover by visiting its wine cellars, oil mills, restaurants and farmhouses with exquisite ones such as chickpeas “panissa” and “trofie with pesto”. In all ligurian dishes, PDO (Protected Designations of Origin) extra-virgin olive oil has its home and its aroma makes “Genoese focaccia” unique and fragrant. PDO basil is the key ingredient of pesto. 14 are the products presided over by Slowfood.
Liguria is an ideal place to spend holidays at the seaside, both for families and lonely travelers: with its 342 km of coastline, beaches and rocks, lidos and small cozy bays, equipped harbours, the region has obtained 23 Blue Flags (Bandiere Blu) in 2015. Moreover, tourists can live breathless outdoor experiences like watching whales playing with their puppies or go out fishing in the middle of the sea with local fishermen. Once they come back to land they prepare delicious meals with what they caught. When the wind makes the waves bigger, the sea becomes an irresistible call for windsurfing lovers and those who cannot turn down the excitement and thrill of nature, to be experienced even out-of-season.
The region also represents a key point of excellence for high-quality congress and incentive services.
“In Liguria” Regional Agency promotes the whole tourist package of Liguria Region, supports tourism products’ marketing activity and arranges the regional tourism planning.
