San Vincenzo Travel Guide
Genoa
Visit San Vincenzo
Popular places to visit
Piazza de Ferrari
Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.
La casa di Cristoforo Colombo
Enter the charming rooms of this stone building to learn about the Genoa native who first led Europeans to the Americas.
Porta Soprana
An important symbol of Genoa’s past, these magnificent defensive gates, marked by storybook twin towers, once protected the city from attacks and plundering.
Aquarium of Genoa
Discover the weird and wonderful creatures of the deep at one of Europe’s largest aquariums, where sharks, manatees, penguins and a myriad of tropical fish await.
Old Port
Venture into this thriving and culturally rich area of Genoa to discover splendid museums, a bustling harbor and a leisurely atmosphere.
Piazza Principe
Find out about the history of Genoa when you take a trip to Piazza Principe. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in San Vincenzo
Bristol Palace Hotel
Treated like royalty from start to finish! Cant rave enough about the Bristol Palace!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Astoria
Nice spacious rooms and hotel staff were very helpful… hotel in a good location outside of the ZTL in Genoa…
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus City Hotel
Nice staff. Great location for dining choices and sightseeing. Air con never did work and problems with door keys working every time we left. Super annoying. This is NOT a 9 out of 10. 8 at best.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hotel Bel Soggiorno
Lovely and clean. Surprisingly quiet considering the room overlooked a main road. Super friendly and attentive staff and a fab breakfast to start each day. Comfy bed. Great location.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Nologo
The hotel is located in the city center, where you can find shops and restaurants, and of course, the famous Focaccia Genovese. It's also just a short walk from Brignole train station, and buses stop right there to get around the city. Don't forget to take bus 31 to visit Boccadasse. Excellent hotel, ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
B&B Hotel Genova City Center
Hôtel récent et moderne. Chambres confortables, très propres, au calme. Personnel de la réception accueillant et apporte toute l’aide requise. Quant à la localisation, on ne peut pas demander mieux: au cœur de Gênes et près de la Gare Brignole pour se rendre dans les Cinque Terre, Portofino et partout ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Vincenzo
Carignano
Carignano might not have many top sights, but La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Genoa Historical Centre
Genoa Historical Centre is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cattedrale di San Lorenzo or Palazzo Ducale.
Foce
While visiting Foce, you might make a stop by sights like Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Bluetrekkers.
Prè
If you're spending some time in Prè, Royal Palace and Christopher Columbus Monument are top sights worth seeing.
Castelletto
If you're spending some time in Castelletto, Spianata Castelletto and Castello d'Albertis are top sights worth seeing.
Albaro
While visiting Albaro, you might make a stop by sights like Passeggiata di Corso Italia and Villa Saluzzo Bombrini.
