Savona Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Savona
Savona
Savona
Savona
Savona

This childhood home of Christopher Columbus has a modern port, atmospheric medieval center, sandy beaches and access to superb hiking. 

Savona is a lively seaport on the Italian Riviera. Occupied since the time of the Ligurian people, Savona became a prominent iron manufacturing city and gained fame as a former home of Columbus. Today, huge cruise ships, luxurious yachts and weathered fishing trawlers line the port and a promenade frames a sandy coastline. In the old town, Art Nouveau villas sit beside architectural gems bequeathed by the noble Della Rovere family.

Start your tour at hilltop Priamar Fortress, built as a stronghold by the Genoese in 1542 and used as a military prison throughout much of the 1800s. Inside, the Priamar Archaeological Museum has artifacts that date back to the Bronze Age, Byzantine and Roman empires. Views from the ramparts reach over the coastline, historic quarter and port. Spot major landmarks such as the medieval towers Torre del Brandale and La Torretta Torre Leon Pancaldo.

Wander down from the castle into the buzzing old town and pause at Piazza del Duomo to visit Savona Cathedral. Adjacent to here is the Rococo-style Cappella Sistina, built as a mausoleum by Pope Sixtus IV in memory of his parents. Palazzo della Rovere and Palazzo Pozzobonello are among other architectural highlights. Retrace 600 years of ceramic art at the Museo della Ceramica di Savona.

Fashion conscious visitors will enjoy browsing the clothing, footwear and jewelry shops located on Corso Italia. Purchase ceramics at Savona Antique Market, held on the first weekend of the month. On Monday, the streets around Piazza del Popolo host the Mercato del Lunedi flea market.

Feel the sea breeze while walking along the Passeggiata Walter Tobagi and Corso Vittorio Veneto promenades. Throw down a towel at the public beach in front of the Garibaldi statue or pay to the use the facilities at the bagni beach clubs. An hour’s drive from the city, Alta Via dei Monti Liguri is a hiking route around Monte Reixa.

Reach Savona by flying to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport and then take the train from there. Alternatively, arrive by cruise liner at the Port of Savona.

Idea Hotel Plus Savona

Idea Hotel Plus Savona

4 out of 5
Piazza De Vittorio 2, Savona, SV
The price is ₹17,995 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹17,995
₹20,494 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Savona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"It is okay"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Idea Hotel Plus Savona
Mare Hotel

Mare Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Nizza 89/r, Savona, SV
The price is ₹20,163 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹20,163
₹22,880 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Savona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (880 reviews)
Good, but….
"The hotel is very good, excellent swimming pool and very near to the sea…. Comfortable bed, nice shower and a good breakfast, but it looks like they forgot to add a bar when designing the hotel! The bar was a little shack manned by too many staff that stuck to their job only. When the “man who only ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Mare Hotel
NH Savona Darsena

NH Savona Darsena

4 out of 5
Via A. Chiodo, 9, Savona, SV
The price is ₹11,093 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹11,093
₹12,902 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Savona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (838 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

NH Savona Darsena
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lupo di Mare by Wonderful Italy

Lupo di Mare by Wonderful Italy

Savona
Stay at this apartment in Savona. Popular attractions Savona Harbor and Palazzo Della Rovere are located nearby.
Lupo di Mare by Wonderful Italy
Residence Oleandro

Residence Oleandro

3 out of 5
Via Moilastrini 56, Pietra Ligure, SV
Stay at this 3-star beach residence in Pietra Ligure. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rin Tin Beach and 5 Alberi ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Hyggeligt sted
"Stedet er hyggeligt og ligger dejligt højt i forhold til byen, så man er lidt tilbagetrukket og oplever mere ro. Byen er dog blot en 15-20 minutters gåtur fra stedet. Der er en varm og personlig kontakt på stedet og en god service. Wifi’en var god. Værelserne fungerede fint og var meget renlige. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2023

Residence Oleandro
Pegli The Artist's House, Seaside And Sun

Pegli The Artist's House, Seaside And Sun

Genoa, GE
Stay at this apartment in Genoa. Enjoy free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and Genoa Port Center ...
"Smelled of smoke. Is on the 4th floor. No elevator. All luggage needed to carry all the way up. No parking available but an illegal space."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Pegli The Artist's House, Seaside And Sun
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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