Old Port : info and guided tour

Introduction to the Porto Antico

The Porto Antico of Genoa, or Porto Antico, is the redeveloped area of the city’s historic old port, at Calata Molo Vecchio, 15. Located in the heart of the waterfront, it now connects the old quays, basins, and pedestrian promenades in a setting that brings maritime heritage into dialogue with contemporary uses.

This port district was long one of Genoa’s major gateways, in one of the great trading cities of the Mediterranean. Its current appearance owes much to the reorganization of the port areas and the transformation of certain zones into places for visiting, strolling, and culture, without erasing the maritime identity that shaped it.

The Porto Antico is appreciated for its views over the basin, its walkways, its squares opening onto the water, and its buildings linked to port life. The whole area has become famous for its very welcoming atmosphere, where you can find both the city’s history and cultural and leisure facilities set within a redesigned port setting.

Among its emblematic features are the renovated quays, the walking areas, and the views over Genoa’s historic center. The site also serves as a gateway to several visits close to the waterfront, making it a useful landmark for understanding the relationship between the city, its port, and its commercial past.

Discover Genoa with a private guide

A private guide can help you understand the Porto Antico beyond its pleasant promenade, by explaining its role in Genoa’s maritime history, the evolution of the waterfront, and the urban transformations of the area. This approach provides precise context on the spaces, uses, and links between the port and the city.