Old Port (Porto Antico) Tourism

The Old Port, locally known as Porto Antico, in Genoa is a redeveloped waterfront area where historic meets the modern. It reflects the city's rich maritime history and has transformed into a multi-use district including museums, cinemas, cafés, and a renovated marina. One of the main attractions of Porto Antico is the Aquarium of Genoa, which is Italy’s largest aquarium, providing insights into the aquatic world with a variety of marine species. The area also features the Biosphere, a glass sphere resembling a bubble where tropical ecosystems thrive. Moreover, Renzo Piano, the celebrated Italian architect, played a key role in rejuvenating the area for the 1992 Columbus Exposition, which commemorated the 500th anniversary of Columbus's voyage to the new world. The Old Port now stands as a symbol of Genoa's rebirth, offering pedestrians a pleasant stroll through a fusion of history, culture, and contemporary life on the city's waterfront. Its easy access to both sea and city life makes it a popular spot not only for tourists but also for residents.