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From Italy’s largest aquarium to the Lanterna, a lighthouse with over 800 years of history, experience two sides of the city’s enduring connection to the sea.
Why pick the Genoa Aquarium and Lighthouse combo?
Pick your itinerary for the day
| Consider this | Start with Aquarium | Start with Lanterna |
|---|---|---|
Day flow | Aquarium’s indoor exhibits → Lanterna’s outdoor promenade and views | Lanterna’s promenade and views → Aquarium’s indoor exhibits |
Aquarium crowds | Visit earlier, when visitor numbers are generally lower and popular exhibits can be easier to view. | Visit later, when visitor numbers can increase around 1:30–2pm and popular viewing areas may be busier. |
Lanterna views | End your day with panoramic views over the port and city. | Start your day with panoramic views before heading to the Aquarium. |
The climb | Take on the 172 steps after spending 2.5–3 hours at the Aquarium. | Climb the 172 steps while you’re fresh, before your Aquarium visit. |
Outdoor conditions | Do the 800m promenade and lighthouse visit later, when afternoon temperatures may be warmer. | Walk the promenade and climb earlier, before the afternoon heat. |
Lanterna’s visiting window | Visit Lanterna later, but keep its 5pm last entry in mind. | Visit Lanterna at the start of your day and avoid having its shorter opening window dictate the rest of your itinerary. |
Pick this order if… | You want to prioritise quieter Aquarium viewing and finish with afternoon port views. | Aquarium crowds aren't a major concern and you prefer tackling the outdoor walk and Lanterna’s shorter visiting window first. |
Visiting Genoa Aquarium alone?
