Genoa, Italy

Cruise Port

Genoa

Largest city in Liguria, Italy.

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Overview

Genoa is a cruise port in Italy. It lies on the coast at approximately 44.407, 8.934.

About Genoa

Genoa is the sixth-largest city in Italy and the capital of the region of Liguria in northern Italy. As of 2026, 566,247 people live within the city’s administrative limits. While its metropolitan city has 820,691 inhabitants, more than 1.8 million people live in the wider metropolitan area stretching along the Italian Riviera.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Genoa — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Genoa

Genoa, Italy skyline 5x3
Genoa, Italy skyline 5x3
Piazza de Ferrari, Genoa
Piazza de Ferrari, Genoa
Genoa Cathedral Western facade
Genoa Cathedral Western facade
Palazzo San Georgio Genova W
Palazzo San Georgio Genova W

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Jul and coolest around 11°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
11°
5°
Feb
13°
6°
Mar
15°
7°
Apr
17°
9°
May
21°
14°
Jun
26°
19°
Jul
29°
21°
Aug
29°
21°
Sep
26°
18°
Oct
21°
14°
Nov
15°
9°
Dec
12°
6°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Genoa the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Genoa, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →