Via Balbi, Genoa

Name: Via Balbi
Address: Genoa, Italy

#46 among attractions in Genoa

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Facts and practical information

Via Balbi is a street in the historical centre of Genoa, in Northwestern Italy, named after the aristocratic Genoese Balbi family. It is one of the Strade Nuove built by the Genoese aristocracy during the Renaissance. Since July 2006 it is inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site Genoa: the Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 44°24'53"N, 8°55'39"E

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Centro Ovest (Granarolo)Genoa Italy

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Via Balbi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acquario di Genova, Galata Museo del Mare, Palazzi dei Rolli, Palazzo San Giorgio.

~1580 ftS
Vast aquarium in ship-like building
Acquario di Genova, Genoa
8 min walk • Nestled in the historic port of Genoa, the Acquario di Genova stands as a premier marine center, not just in Italy but in Europe. As one of the largest aquariums on the continent, it provides a deep dive into the beauty and diversity of marine life.
~1100 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Galata Museo del Mare, Genoa
6 min walk • Nestled in the historic maritime heart of Genoa, Italy, the Galata Museo del Mare proudly stands as the largest maritime museum in the Mediterranean. This emblematic institution is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the sea and its history.
~1890 ftSE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Palazzi dei Rolli, Genoa
10 min walk • The Palazzi dei Rolli in Genoa, Italy, is an ensemble of Renaissance and Baroque palaces that once hosted the city's most illustrious visitors. These grand edifices, which date back to the 16th and 17th centuries, were part of an official hospitality system established...
0.4 miS
Vernacular architecture, Gothic architecture, Palace
Palazzo San Giorgio, Genoa
10 min walk • The Palazzo San Giorgio, nestled within the intricate web of streets in Genoa's historic center, stands as a testament to the city's illustrious past. Constructed in 1260, this palace has served various roles throughout its existence, from a financial hub to a prison...
~390 ftW
17th-century palace with art and frescos
Museo di Palazzo Reale, Genoa
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Genoa, the Museo di Palazzo Reale, or the Royal Palace Museum, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and artistic magnificence. This grandiose palace, once the residence of the Genoese nobility, has been transformed into a...
~1320 ftS
Ship, Boat or ferry
Neptune, Genoa
7 min walk • The Neptune, often referred to as Il Galeone Neptune, is a majestic replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon that graces the Porto Antico (Old Port) of Genoa, Italy. This striking ship is not just a static exhibit; it is a piece of living history that transports...
~1830 ftS
Shopping, Theme park, Shopping centre
Biosfera, Genoa
9 min walk • The Biosphere, commonly known as Renzo Piano's Bubble, is a glass and steel structure located in Genoa's Old Port and built in 2001. The structure, spherical in shape, with a diameter of 20 m, a total weight of 60 t and an exhibition area of about...
~1760 ftSE
Art museum in grand palazzo with frescos
Palazzo Rosso, Genoa
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Genoa's historic center, Palazzo Rosso stands as a testament to the grandeur of Italian baroque architecture and art. This stately museum, with its striking red façade, is part of the Rolli Palaces, a UNESCO World Heritage site that illustrates...
~1570 ftSE
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Historical place
Locanda Spinola, Genoa
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Genoa's vibrant historical center, Locanda Spinola stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural heritage. This grand palace, with its opulent facade and intricate design, serves as a shining example of Genoese nobility and the splendor...
~1590 ftSE
European artwork in Renaissance palazzo
Palazzo Bianco, Genoa
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Genoa, Italy, Palazzo Bianco stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This elegant museum, housed in a striking white building, is renowned for its impressive collection of European art, ranging from the 12th to the 17th...
~1580 ftSE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum
Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, Genoa
8 min walk • The Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, also known as Palazzo Francesco Grimaldi, is a palace located in piazza di Pellicceria in the historical center of Genoa, Northwestern Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Via Balbi?

Nearby attractions include University of Genoa, Genoa (2 min walk), Basilica della Santissima Annunziata del Vastato, Genoa (2 min walk), Santi Vittore e Carlo, Genoa (2 min walk), Museo di Palazzo Reale, Genoa (2 min walk).

How to get to Via Balbi by public transport?

The nearest stations to Via Balbi:

Bus

Balbi 1 / Università • Lines: 20, 32, 34, 35, 35/, 618, 634, 635, 641, N1/2, N1/61, N2 (1 min walk)
Nunziata / Bandiera • Lines: 39, 40, 640 (2 min walk)

Metro

Darsena • Lines: Metropolitana (3 min walk)
San Giorgio • Lines: Metropolitana (11 min walk)

Train

Zecca (5 min walk)
Carbonara (7 min walk)