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Hop-on Hop-off Genoa Bus Tours
3.6/5
(129)
Mary
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Convenient to book.good way to see the city.Liked that they stopped at specific locations allowing riders the time to take pictures.
One of the stops was at the train station which was near our hotel so that was convenient. Unfortunately for us the time we chose to use the bus, it started to rain shortly there after.Uncontrolable and prevented us for taking the second route of the trip.Would recommend it to others!
Susan
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5
We loved getting on and off the bus to see the sights we really wanted to. Also going on both the blue and red tour buses were great as they covered different areas and so covered a lot more area. We also learned a lot about the history of the town.
Routes
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Acquario
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Garibaldi (Fontane Marose)
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3
De Ferrari
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4
Brignole Railway Station
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5
Via XX Settembre
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Carignano
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Corvetto
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8
Portello – Spianata Castelletto
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Principe Railway Station
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10
The Lighthouse
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11
MEI – Cruise Terminal
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Acquario
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Garibaldi (Fontane Marose)
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De Ferrari
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Piazza Della Vittoria
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Boccadasse
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Levante Waterfront
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Via XX Settembre
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Galleria Mazzini
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Portello – Spianata Castelletto
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Principe Railway Station
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Cruise Terminal
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Take your time in Genoa—where history and sea views create the perfect blend.
- Unlock centuries of captivating tales and magnificent structures as you soak up the sights with an unlimited 24/48-hour tour of Genoa.
- Explore the city at your own pace across two diverse routes featuring 22 engaging stops, which you can hop on and off every 30 minutes.
- Enhance your journey with a complimentary self-guided walking tour, complete with an audio guide available in 6 languages.
- Listen to fascinating facts and local stories in 8 languages from the comfort of double-decker buses, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi.
- Step off to wander through the historic Old Port, marvel at the grandeur of Piazza De Ferrari, or discover the picturesque charm of the Boccadasse Fishing Village.
Take your time in Genoa—where history and sea views create the perfect blend.
- Unlock centuries of captivating tales and magnificent structures as you soak up the sights with an unlimited 24/48-hour tour of Genoa.
- Explore the city at your own pace across two diverse routes featuring 22 engaging stops, which you can hop on and off every 30 minutes.
- Enhance your journey with a complimentary self-guided walking tour, complete with an audio guide available in 6 languages.
- Listen to fascinating facts and local stories in 8 languages from the comfort of double-decker buses, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi.
- Step off to wander through the historic Old Port, marvel at the grandeur of Piazza De Ferrari, or discover the picturesque charm of the Boccadasse Fishing Village.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Historical (Red) & Coastline (Blue) Routes
- Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese & Portuguese
- Free self-guided walking tour in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian & Russian
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Historical or Red Route
This route deeply explores Genoa's historic center, showcasing its grand palaces, civic squares, and cultural landmarks, reflecting its rich maritime past and artistic heritage, including UNESCO sites.
Popular stops: Aquarium of Genoa, Via Garibaldi, Piazza De Ferrari
Coastline or Blue Route
The coastline route highlights Genoa's beautiful waterfront, offering stunning sea views and access to charming seaside districts, connecting you to popular family attractions along the Ligurian Sea.
Popular stops: Boccadasse, Levante Waterfront, Old Port
- This experience is wheelchair accessible. Buses can accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
- Children up to 4 years old can travel for free.
- Small and medium-sized pets are allowed on-board, provided they are on a leash or in pet carriers. They must not disturb any other passengers.
- Due to safety reasons, any kind of luggage or bulky backpacks are not allowed on the bus.
- Retain & display your ticket to receive a 10% discount on the next tour at other national and international City Sightseeing® tours! Terms and conditions apply.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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What our guests say
SKOCZEK
Jul 2025Verified booking
There are two possible routes that cross each other, but the stops are not mentioned and we don't know when the bus stops if it's because of traffic or if it's because there's a stop, so we didn't get off where we wanted to! A map should be provided before taking the bus for the first time, as we don't know where the nearest stop is. The application doesn't work at all.
View original review in French
Susan
Jun 2025Verified booking
We loved getting on and off the bus to see the sights we really wanted to. Also going on both the blue and red tour buses were great as they covered different areas and so covered a lot more area. We also learned a lot about the history of the town.
Andre
May 2025Verified booking
The staff were absolutely friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we couldn't take the red line as there were hardly any buses on the road (at least we never saw one, only for the blue route)
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Michael
May 2025Verified booking
Although we paid the full price, the red line bus did not go to the lighthouse. We also had to wait 45 minutes for the bus
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Mary
May 2025Verified booking
Convenient to book.good way to see the city.Liked that they stopped at specific locations allowing riders the time to take pictures. One of the stops was at the train station which was near our hotel so that was convenient. Unfortunately for us the time we chose to use the bus, it started to rain shortly there after.Uncontrolable and prevented us for taking the second route of the trip.Would recommend it to others!
LADURELLE
May 2025Verified booking
In addition to the above reasons (I have had to change seats to find an audio guide which was working properly) I think that the maintenance of the bus should be improved (cleanliness .... visibility through the windows...).
paolo
Jun 2025Verified booking
Excellent cultural and detailed trip...
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Zorana
Jun 2025Verified booking
Professional, well organized, can by tickets online
Maiko
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4.2(3,480)
Combo (Save 5%): Genoa Aquarium Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
from €55
€52.25
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4.2/5
(3,480)
Mary
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Convenient to book.good way to see the city.Liked that they stopped at specific locations allowing riders the time to take pictures.
One of the stops was at the train station which was near our hotel so that was convenient. Unfortunately for us the time we chose to use the bus, it started to rain shortly there after.Uncontrolable and prevented us for taking the second route of the trip.Would recommend it to others!
Susan
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5
We loved getting on and off the bus to see the sights we really wanted to. Also going on both the blue and red tour buses were great as they covered different areas and so covered a lot more area. We also learned a lot about the history of the town.
Marco
Jul 2025Verified booking
5/5
The booking was super easy. The tickets worked. The aquarium was well worth seeing. Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time afterwards for the bus tours and exploring the sights. We would love to come back another time.
From sea to streets, explore Genoa’s aquarium and landmarks in one smooth trip.
- Unleash your inner explorer with this cost-saving combo ticket, by pairing entry to the Genoa Aquarium (stop #1) with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus pass.
- Dive into the vast Aquarium of Genoa, home to 12,000 animals, from majestic dolphins to formidable sharks, in 70 captivating rooms filled with insightful exhibits.
- Discover Genoa at your leisure with our hop-on hop-off bus. Buses arrive every 30 minutes, covering 22 stops across 2 routes, and you can choose a 24 or 48-hour pass.
- Onboard, enjoy free Wi-Fi, panoramic views, and informative audio guides. Plus, enhance your journey by joining our complimentary walking tours to delve deeper into Genoa's fascinating history.
- Explore top city highlights, including the Old Port, Piazza De Ferrari, Via Garibaldi, and Boccadasse Fishing Village.
From sea to streets, explore Genoa’s aquarium and landmarks in one smooth trip.
- Unleash your inner explorer with this cost-saving combo ticket, by pairing entry to the Genoa Aquarium (stop #1) with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus pass.
- Dive into the vast Aquarium of Genoa, home to 12,000 animals, from majestic dolphins to formidable sharks, in 70 captivating rooms filled with insightful exhibits.
- Discover Genoa at your leisure with our hop-on hop-off bus. Buses arrive every 30 minutes, covering 22 stops across 2 routes, and you can choose a 24 or 48-hour pass.
- Onboard, enjoy free Wi-Fi, panoramic views, and informative audio guides. Plus, enhance your journey by joining our complimentary walking tours to delve deeper into Genoa's fascinating history.
- Explore top city highlights, including the Old Port, Piazza De Ferrari, Via Garibaldi, and Boccadasse Fishing Village.
Inclusions
Genoa Aquarium
- Entry to the Aquarium of Genoa
Genoa Hop-on Hop-off tour
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by City Sightseeing
- Access to Historical (Red) & Coastline (Blue) Routes
- Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese & Portuguese
- Free self-guided walking tour in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian & Russian
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
Genoa Hop-on Hop-off tour
- Food & Beverages
- Pick-up and drop-off
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Historical or Red Route
Schedule
First bus: 10:15am from Acquario
Last bus: 4:15pm from Acquario
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Popular stops: Aquarium of Genoa, Via Garibaldi, Piazza De Ferrari
Coastline or Blue Route
Schedule
First bus: 10am from Acquario
Last bus: 5:30pm from Acquario
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Popular stops: Boccadasse, Levante Waterfront, Old Port
Genoa Aquarium
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Genoa Hop-on Hop-off tour
- This experience is wheelchair accessible. Buses can accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
- Children up to 4 years old can travel for free.
- Small and medium-sized pets are allowed on-board, provided they are on a leash or in pet carriers. They must not disturb any other passengers.
- Due to safety reasons, any kind of luggage or bulky backpacks are not allowed on the bus.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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What our guests say
Sotirios
May 2025Verified booking
What an experience! If you ever been in Genoa, you MUST visit it. Keep the great work...my kids just adored it
Francesco
Aug 2025Verified booking
no problems with access, facility worthy of fame, amazing trails, courteous staff, animals kept beautifully
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Aude
Aug 2025Verified booking
The aquarium is very big, and they have lots of different species. Loved the manatees and sharks. The dolphins looked a bit unhappy though and were in a big empty tank without any stimulation.
Ciprian
Jul 2025Verified booking
The Aquarium visit is a must when visiting Genua with children. My 3 year old son was the entire time overwhelmed with joy and enthusiasm. The other two children ages 10 and 12 were also very impressed.
Marco
Jul 2025Verified booking
The booking was super easy. The tickets worked. The aquarium was well worth seeing. Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time afterwards for the bus tours and exploring the sights. We would love to come back another time.
SKOCZEK
Jul 2025Verified booking
There are two possible routes that cross each other, but the stops are not mentioned and we don't know when the bus stops if it's because of traffic or if it's because there's a stop, so we didn't get off where we wanted to! A map should be provided before taking the bus for the first time, as we don't know where the nearest stop is. The application doesn't work at all.
View original review in French
Susan
Jun 2025Verified booking
We loved getting on and off the bus to see the sights we really wanted to. Also going on both the blue and red tour buses were great as they covered different areas and so covered a lot more area. We also learned a lot about the history of the town.
Andre
May 2025Verified booking
The staff were absolutely friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we couldn't take the red line as there were hardly any buses on the road (at least we never saw one, only for the blue route)
View original review in German
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
Although we paid the full price, the red line bus did not go to the lighthouse. We also had to wait 45 minutes for the bus
View original review in German
Mary
May 2025Verified booking
Convenient to book.good way to see the city.Liked that they stopped at specific locations allowing riders the time to take pictures. One of the stops was at the train station which was near our hotel so that was convenient. Unfortunately for us the time we chose to use the bus, it started to rain shortly there after.Uncontrolable and prevented us for taking the second route of the trip.Would recommend it to others!
LADURELLE
May 2025Verified booking
In addition to the above reasons (I have had to change seats to find an audio guide which was working properly) I think that the maintenance of the bus should be improved (cleanliness .... visibility through the windows...).
ANGELO
Aug 2025Verified booking
Everything great. Helpful and friendly staff The visit to the touch tank was beautiful and exciting.
View original review in Italian
paolo
Jun 2025Verified booking
Excellent cultural and detailed trip...
View original review in Italian
Zorana
Jun 2025Verified booking
Professional, well organized, can by tickets online
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Maiko
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Emiliano
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Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Genoa bus tours
- Unlimited flexibility: Hop on and off as many times as you like during your ticket's validity. Fancy exploring the medieval streets of the historic center or grabbing lunch with a view at Porto Antico? Just hop off at your chosen stop and hop back on when you’re ready; it’s sightseeing on your terms.
- Cover major attractions: The tour loops conveniently connect Genoa’s top attractions, including the Aquarium of Genoa, Palazzo Ducale, Via Garibaldi’s Rolli Palaces, and the Piazza de Ferrari. With detailed route maps and stops close to key landmarks, you'll never be far from something worth discovering.
- Multilingual audio commentary: Enjoy engaging audio guides available in multiple languages, offering intriguing facts and stories about Genoa's rich maritime history, stunning architecture, and cultural highlights. It’s an insightful and entertaining way to deepen your appreciation for the city while you ride.
- Free walking tour: Your City Sightseeing ticket also includes a complimentary self-guided walking tour! This tour takes you through the city’s charming historic center on foot; ideal for discovering hidden alleys, local stories, and secret viewpoints that buses can’t reach.
- Stunning coastal views: From the open-air top deck, take in panoramic views of the Ligurian coastline, ancient fortresses, terracotta rooftops, and colorful fishing villages like Boccadasse. This is the ideal tour for photography or simply soaking in the ambiance of the city.
Hop-on Hop-off buses are the perfect choice for
First-time visitors
Get a complete introduction to Genoa without the hassle of planning your own route. With convenient stops near all major attractions, it’s the perfect way to explore the city stress-free on your first visit.
Families & groups
Traveling with kids or a group? Hop-on Hop-off tours offer a safe, flexible, and convenient way to get around while keeping everyone entertained with engaging audio commentary in multiple languages.
History & culture buffs
Discover centuries of Genoese history, art, and architecture as you pass by ancient churches, noble palaces, and maritime landmarks. The included multilingual audio guide and walking tour add depth to your exploration.
Sightseers & photography lovers
Capture Genoa’s beauty from the best seat in the city: the open-top deck! From panoramic views of the Ligurian coast to historic piazzas and medieval alleyways, it’s a paradise for Instagram-worthy shots.
Short-stay travelers
Only have a day or two in Genoa? Maximize your time by covering key sights efficiently, without worrying about transport connections. Hop on and off freely to explore what interests you most.
Budget-conscious explorers
Looking to see more for less? A single Hop-on Hop-off ticket gives you access to multiple routes, unlimited rides for 24 or 48 hours, and even a free walking tour, offering unbeatable value for sightseeing in Genoa.
Exploring Genoa with City Sightseeing
Discover the best of Genoa effortlessly with City Sightseeing’s Hop-on Hop-off bus tours. Whether you're here for the coastal views, rich history, or iconic landmarks, this open-top bus experience lets you explore the city at your own pace with convenient stops and engaging audio commentary.
With two scenic routes, a free walking tour included, and panoramic views from the top deck, City Sightseeing offers a flexible and fun way to experience Genoa, ideal for first-time visitors, families, and curious explorers alike.
Historical or Red Route
- Ideal for: First-time visitors, solo travelers, history buffs, and culture lovers
- Timings: 10:15am to 4:15pm from Stop #1 Acquario
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 11
- Total loop: 60 minutes
- Popular spots: Acquario, Via Garibaldi, The Lighthouse
Coastline or Blue Route
- Ideal for: First-time visitors, scenic explorers, charming coastal walks
- Timings: 10am to 5:30pm from Stop #1 Acquario
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 11
- Total loop: 60 minutes
- Popular spots: Acquario, Boccadasse, D'Albertis Castle
How to book tickets
Step 1: Choose your route
Each tour follows a unique route. Review the routes and stops and pick the tour that covers your must-see attractions.
Step 2: Book your tickets
Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off tickets easily using PayPal, iDEAL, a credit or debit card.
Step 3: Check your email
Receive your ticket voucher instantly in your inbox. If you don’t see it, check your spam or junk folder.
Step 4: Download the operator’s app
Track the bus in real-time, plan your journey, and explore routes with an interactive map.
Step 5: Hop aboard & explore!
Head to any designated stop, show your mobile voucher to the driver or staff, and start your adventure!
Hop-on Hop-off Stockholm tour highlights
Aquarium of Genoa
Europe’s largest aquarium, home to over 12,000 marine animals in immersive, themed environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hop-on Hop-off Genoa bus tours
What is the frequency of hop-on hop-off buses?
Hop-on Hop-off buses in Genoa usually arrive every 30 minutes. However, this is subject to change based on traffic conditions.
Do buses operate all year round?
Yes, buses in Genoa usually operate all year round, with slight adjustments during the holidays or for special events.
Are hop-on hop-off tours child-friendly?
Yes, kids can have a good time during Hop-on Hop-off tours, aided by multilingual audio guides, Free Wi-Fi, and open-top decks. Plus, children up to 4 years old travel for free.
What languages are available for the audio guides?
Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese & Portuguese are the languages available for audio guides.
Are the hop-on hop-off buses wheelchair-accessible?
Yes, Hop-on Hop-off buses in Genoa are wheelchair-friendly.
What are the operating hours for these tours?
The Hop-on Hop-off tours usually run from 10am to 5:30pm, but hours may vary by season or route.
Are pets allowed on the tour?
Small and medium-sized pets are allowed on board, provided they are on a leash or in pet carriers.
Is the walking tour complimentary?
Yes, the walking tour is self-guided through the City Sightseeing app and completely free. Audio guides are available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian & Russian.