Via di Porta Soprana, Genoa

Name: Via di Porta Soprana
Address: Genoa, Italy
Telephone: +39 010 251 6714

#119 among attractions in Genoa

Square, Historic walking areas, Historical place

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Via di Porta Soprana is a place located in Genoa (Liguria region) and belongs to the category of square, historic walking areas, historical place.

It is situated at an altitude of 135 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 44°24'20"N latitude and 8°56'4"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Via di Porta Soprana is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Dante 2 / Casa di Colombo (bus, 1 min walk), De Ferrari (metro, 3 min walk), Portello (train, 11 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Casa di Cristoforo Colombo (museum, 1 min walk), Terrazza Martini Tower (skyscraper, 3 min walk), Chiesa del Gesù e dei Santi Ambrogio e Andrea (church, 3 min walk).

Coordinates: 44°24'20"N, 8°56'4"E

Address

Centro Est (Carignano)Genoa Italy

Contact

+39 010 251 6714

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Via di Porta Soprana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa Cathedral, Palazzo Ducale, Casa di Cristoforo Colombo.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Via di Porta Soprana?

Nearby attractions include Casa di Cristoforo Colombo, Genoa (1 min walk), Terrazza Martini Tower, Genoa (3 min walk), Chiesa del Gesù e dei Santi Ambrogio e Andrea, Genoa (3 min walk), Giardini Emanuele Luzzati, Genoa (3 min walk).

How to get to Via di Porta Soprana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Via di Porta Soprana:

Bus

Dante 2 / Casa di Colombo • Lines: 42 (1 min walk)
Dante 1 / De Ferrari • Lines: 35, 35/, 42, 617, 635, 635/, 641, 685, 686, 687 (2 min walk)

Metro

De Ferrari • Lines: Metropolitana (3 min walk)
Sarzano/Sant'Agostino • Lines: Metropolitana (5 min walk)

Train

Portello (11 min walk)
Zecca (15 min walk)