Unique things to do in Genoa
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Home cooking & cookingclass a Genova
Welcome to my home! After a brief conversation and a small welcome snack, we will cook together a typical Genoese menu (an appetizer, a first dish of pasta, a second and a dessert) and I will tell you a little history and curiosity about the Ligurian cuisine and its traditions We will also eat what I cooked with my family (it includes unlimited water and a bottle of wine every two guests!) I am very happy to share what I have learned from my mother, mother-in-law and the cooking classes I attended: I am not a professional chef!!!
Learn to cook authentic Italian food
Let's have fun cooking together! Come and learn how to prepare some typical dishes of the Genoese tradition. I will accompany you by telling you the story of the dishes we will cook. After immersing ourselves in the preparation of the dishes, we will have lunch on the terrace overlooking the sea, sipping Italian red wine. At the end of the experience, you will receive your recipe booklet and if you wish, some of the food we have prepared. During the class you will learn how to prepare authentic Ligurian food. We will prepare three different doughs, the filling and I’ll share some tips with you. At the end we will eat together what we prepared: Focaccia,, Torta Cappuccina (a vegetable pie), Pansoti (Ligurian ravioli filled with a cheese similar to ricotta and borage) and of course Salsa di Noci (walnut sauce). If you want we can even decide to prepare alternative dishes in advance (at least one week before the lesson). For intolerances and allergies, we inform you that the following products/ingredients will be used: Milk and milk-based products Nuts Egg Flour Garlic Sweet beets Borage Extra virgin olive oil Bread
Guided mtb tour to discover Monferrato
The tour takes place on the green hills of Monferrato and we will head towards pine forests, lakes and rivers where it will be possible to have a refreshing break during summertime. Depending on the level of skills of the participants I can tailor a tour in order to allow anyone to enjoy a nice day in the open air. No one will be disappointed: from the agonist to the family! And after the ride, we could go to one of the many typical restaurants to taste the delicacies and flavors of the products of the gastronomic tradition, but also and above all the wine that made this region well-known all over the world (i.e. Gavi and Dolcetto di Ovada). Furthermore, a guided tour means to get tips and suggestions to improve your riding technique! Other things to note If you can't find availability on the calendar, please send me a message : I will arrange for a tour just for you !
Genoa's hidden streets & tales
We'll walk through the historic center along small hidden streets to discover charming squares and stately buildings which tell us old tales, anecdotes and recent stories; you will discover the area as if you were a true Genoese, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take surprising pics !
A touch of Italian Cuisine and culture
In Anna's kitchen you will be invited to cook Ligurian style the old way, using mortar and pestle to make pesto sauce and other traditional sauces. Even more you will be taught how to make fresh pasta like Lasagne or Pansotti and dress them with typical sauces. Vegetables pies, seafood and a colorful variety of focaccias Ligurian style will be the extra choices for making up your favourite workshop menus. Anna is fluent either in English and French and will lead you into the genuine Ligurian culture and traditions through her recipes. Local wine and a final meal will be offered in the cozy garden overlooking the gulf.

Activities near top attractions

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Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari33 locals recommend

Things to do near Nervi

Tour Privato nel Centro Storico di Genova con un Local
Ciao ! Sono Antonio, sono cresciuto a Genova e sono pronto a mostrarti la mia Città in un modo interessante e divertente ! Ho lavorato come Accompagnatore Turistico e adesso lo faccio per passione. Ti propongo un Tour privato attraverso uno dei Centri Storici più grandi d'Europa, dove vedremo sia le attrazioni principali sia le parti meno conosciute e particolari, difficili da trovare da soli ! Ti racconterò Storie e Curiosità sulla Città, e quello che ha significato per me. Potrai entrare nei Palazzi e Chiese se vorrai. Vuoi dei ricordi indimenticabili ? Sarò il tuo fotografo per un giorno e ti scatterò delle belle foto nei luoghi più iconici del Centro ! Vuoi provare Cibo e Bevande locali ? Te li consiglierò io e potrai assaggiarli se vorrai ! Vuoi conoscere Gente del luogo ? Te li presenterò se vorrai ! Il nostro Tour comincerà da Piazza De Ferrari, la piazza principale della Città. Disponibile anche in caso di pioggia. Parlo Italiano, Spagnolo, Inglese e un po' di Francese ! Max 7 persone per mantenere un'atmosfera Informale, Amichevole, Rilassata e di Qualità ! Siete in un gruppo di 3+ persone? Sconto per voi ! Sono a disposizione per QUALUNQUE Info o Consiglio. Avrai il mio Supporto fino al termine del tuo Soggiorno. Ricordati Sempre che la Vita è un'Avventura
Top Rated Genoa Food Tour- Five Stops
ALL FOOD IS INCLUDED! At least 4 food stops (food choice depending on season and availability): - Pasta with Pesto - Savoury pies - Focaccia with Cheese - Fried squids - Anchovies - Farinata - Classic Focaccia with Evo oil - Caffè and dessert/ice cream What this tour IS about: - Great Food - Great company with a local - Curiosities and anecdotes - Nice walk in the city centre - Fun and smiles - New friends from all around the world What this tour is NOT about: - An historical tour - Boring long speeches PLEASE NOTICE THAT THE TOUR WILL BE HELD IN ITALIAN/ENGLISH. CONTACT US FOR OTHER LANGUAGES CONTACT US FOR PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. You'll be guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant curiosities. We accept only small groups because we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give each person the highest attention possible.
Home cooking & cookingclass a Genova
Welcome to my home! After a brief conversation and a small welcome snack, we will cook together a typical Genoese menu (an appetizer, a first dish of pasta, a second and a dessert) and I will tell you a little history and curiosity about the Ligurian cuisine and its traditions We will also eat what I cooked with my family (it includes unlimited water and a bottle of wine every two guests!) I am very happy to share what I have learned from my mother, mother-in-law and the cooking classes I attended: I am not a professional chef!!!
YOGA FLOW
LUNEDÌ e SABATO al MONUMENTO di QUARTO - Genova GIOVEDÌ e altri giorni ai BAGNI SQUASH di Corso ITALIA - Genova ...Volete riattivare le energie e ricaricare le pile?? Vi guiderò nella pratica...uno yoga dinamico dove impareremo ad ascoltare il respiro, dare spazio e a rimanere nel qui e ora!! Inizieremo con respirazione, riscaldamento, saluti al sole e vediamo dove arriviamo..
Pesto Sauce Class and dinner in Genoa
GUARANTEED SOCIAL DISTANCING OF 1 METER BETWEEN GUESTS, SANITIZED LABORATORY Meet your host, Cristina, a real Genoese, who has also lived abroad for a long time. She will be pleased to open her home to all curious travelers who want to experience a real Genoese dinner. You will start the lesson by preparing the most famous ligurian pasta sauce: pesto. It traditionally consists of crushed garlic, European pine nuts, coarse salt, basil leaves, hard cheese such as Parmigiano-Reggiano all blended with olive oil. Then, learn how to prepare home made Tagliatelle! Sit with your host and enjoy the fruit of your labour and taste the second course ( typically fried anchovies ). Once the work is completed, you will enjoy the meal and the dish tasting with your local host. You will also taste fine local Italian wine.. Finally enjoy the gelato or dessert with some coffee. After the lesson, ask us a copy of all the recipes prepared with the host. Get ready for an amazing experience in Genoa ! Other things to note You can park your car very close to the meeting point

Things to do near San Fruttuoso

Magic Ride Genoa & Riviera by Scooter
Feel the air, the freedom and the emotion to visit Genoa with a scooter. We can easily visit the main points of the city together with further areas not usually seen by tourist but just as beautiful. We'll have a complete experience with moments of liberty, entertain and personal grew. We'll start our tour visiting the very special & important square of Piazza de Ferrari, then we'll go up to the hills to enjoy different point of views, we'll stop in a hidden square which guard a real antique pharmacy, that produce infused since the Renaissance. Afterwards we'll go down to discover what we saw from the top: we'll see the yachts docked at the Old Port, the old doors of the city (1100 ac) and Via Aurea, the most elegant and majestic street Then we'll go to more distances places like Piazza della Vittoria and 1900 architecture, Corso Italia (sea promenade) Boccadasse (ex fishery village, today fascinating neighborhood of the city) Monument (from where Garibaldi sailed to unified Italy) Nervi (sea promenade with amazing views of Portofino cape) and Bogliasco (fishery town outside Genoa). We'll visit everything with calm and at low speed, in order to enjoy the panorama, talk about culture/history and feel secure/comfortable. You'll have a personalized tour, just you. In case you're with a friend or fiancé and you know how to ride a scooter we can arrange 2 scooters Other things to note Just relax and enjoy the ride. we'll learn many things together and create a friendship
Cooking class with lunch in the garden
In this cooking lesson you will learn how to cook one of the most typical dishes of the Ligurian tradition starting from scratch: of course I'm talking about pasta with pesto! We will knead different kind of fresh pasta: corzetti, trenette, gnocchi, testaroli or trofie, using traditional tools and we will learn the techniques to shape it. After that we will prepare the famous pesto with the authentic ingredients, obviously with the use of mortar and pestle! We will welcome you with a welcome aperitif / snack in our wonderful location, a flower garden a stone's throw from the Genoa Piazza Principe station and once our dish has been prepared we will have lunch together.
Discover Genoa
We'll travel together through time & discover hidden angles of Genoa. We'll discover its beauty and its charm. Known as the Superb from the Middle Age to the Renaissance; important center of the Baroque. Famous during the Grand Tour, to the point of being chosen as a city where to spend a long period of time. Source of inspiration to writers, poets, singers and actors. Come with me to feel some of their emotions too!! We'll discover the origin of Genoa, its meaning and where was born; we’ll discover Embriaco, a hero of the city. We'll walk through particular squares with evocative names, precious churches and the Cathedral, see the tree that gives fortune to the city, see where Einstein lived. We'll discover San Matteo square with its legends and treasures. The will walk down Piazza de Ferrari and Doge’s Palace, where Paganini was in prison and where are sculptured the enemies of the Republic. You'll have opportunity to take pictures from particular angles Other things to note We will do the tour also in case of rain. Pls note that the experience can be taylor made and that the starting time can be changed. We can personalized our walk depending on your interests.
Soundbath: relax yourself with Gong and Tibetan Bowls
We welcome our guests with a cup of tea. First there will be a guided meditation for deep relaxation accompained by gong and tibetan bowls sounds, at the end we will talk about your impressions, then we offer an individual session with the bowls directly on the body ( sound massage). It's a very relaxing and vibrant experience outside the box that will make you feel pleasantly amazed! An experience you'll want to repeat . Other things to note Comfortable clothes, we will ask you to take off your shoes. It is possible to ask for further availability.
Learn to cook authentic Italian food
Let's have fun cooking together! Come and learn how to prepare some typical dishes of the Genoese tradition. I will accompany you by telling you the story of the dishes we will cook. After immersing ourselves in the preparation of the dishes, we will have lunch on the terrace overlooking the sea, sipping Italian red wine. At the end of the experience, you will receive your recipe booklet and if you wish, some of the food we have prepared. During the class you will learn how to prepare authentic Ligurian food. We will prepare three different doughs, the filling and I’ll share some tips with you. At the end we will eat together what we prepared: Focaccia,, Torta Cappuccina (a vegetable pie), Pansoti (Ligurian ravioli filled with a cheese similar to ricotta and borage) and of course Salsa di Noci (walnut sauce). If you want we can even decide to prepare alternative dishes in advance (at least one week before the lesson). For intolerances and allergies, we inform you that the following products/ingredients will be used: Milk and milk-based products Nuts Egg Flour Garlic Sweet beets Borage Extra virgin olive oil Bread

Things to do near Pegli

Sunset boat trip with food & drinks
Rendezvous at 6.30 pm at the Molo dei gozzi where you'll meet the Captain and the crew. Afterwards you'll be welcomed on board. Get ready for a unique and unforgettable experience! The captain will bring you in a little bay, here you can swim in the clear waters of Baia del Forno or you can just relax while drinking a glass of complementary wine tasting traditional local fish products.6 Other things to note A few days before setting off, we will get in touch to make sure the weather is safe for us to go out at sea. And don't forget, Capitan Morgan is a fishing vessel!!! not a luxurious boat!
A fisherman's morning
Varazze is part of the Ligurian Riviera known for its clear waters and for its culinary specialties. The rendezvous will be at 5:30 am at the fishing port. Here you'll meet our crew, afterwards you'll be welcomed on board. We'll give you a brief explanation of the work we are going to do, describing the gillnets, places where we are going to fish, and fishes we are looking for. You can watch the crew in action, while having fisherman's breakfast with hot focaccia and a glass of white wine. Other things to note A few days before setting off, we will get in touch to make sure the weather is safe for us to go out at sea. The time varies depending on the season, and therefore also on the type of fishing. The duration of the experience is just an indication, it can vary based on the catch, the weather etc.
Tour della città e della Riviera in moto
Ci incontreremo in pieno centro a Genova e farò visitare al mio ospite a bordo della moto italiana per eccellenza ovvero la Ducati Multistrada, moto bellissima e comodissima, la città di Genova e la celeberrima Aurelia fino ad arrivare nel paesino di Recco, sarà un'esperienza unica! We will meet in the center of Genoa and I will show my guest on board the Italian motorbike par excellence, the Ducati Multistrada, a beautiful and very comfortable motorbike, the city of Genoa and the famous Aurelia until arriving in the village of Recco, it will be an experience unique!
Food & Tales
We will try the main Genoese specialties in a fun and interesting way. After this interesting itinerary, not only your body will be satisfy but also your soul. We will mix fascinating tales and description of the city with nice food and wine. To begin we'll share a typical aperitive with a nice glass of wine and focaccia, then we'll dedicate time to learn something about Genoa, walking down its alleys and squares. We'll visit Piazza Banchi, Piazza delle Vigne, Piazza Campetto and here we will discover one of the historical bar of the city, trying a typical zabaione bignee (small pastry with liquor cream) or in alternative another glass of wine. Comforted and with new energy we'll visit Piazza San Matteo, Piazza di Ferrari, Piazza Matteotti, San Donato and Piazza San Giorgio. In our way we'll find historical shops, arcs, sculptures, columns and painters. After this, we'll walk to a nice trattoria to try the delicious traditional plates of Genoa: trofie al pesto, panzotti with nuts cream and a mix of fries. To finish, depending on the weather, time and energy we can go to have an ice cream in a homemade ice cream parlor to accompany you with more tales to the square which is more comfortable to your way back. with this itinerary your experience will be MORE THAN FOOD Other things to note Come with comfortable shoes, light weight and be hungry . PLS. ADVICE IN CASE OF ALLERGIES & INTOLERANCE
Drawing and Sightseeing with Artist
We will draw together, starting from Piazza de Ferrari, walking through the city, getting to know Genoa’s most fascinating places, such as the historic centre and the old harbour, in a creative way. You will receive individual drawing lessons that are measured according to your abilities and desires. No matter if you’re just starting out or already an art professional: We will have fun together and you will take home new inspiring impressions. The relaxed “slowing down” and the joy of the creative process make this walk through Genoa a special experience that you will love to remember. Our tour ends at the picturesque Boccadasse, where we enjoy our works on the beach with an ice cream or aperitivo.

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Tour Privato nel Centro Storico di Genova con un Local
Ciao ! Sono Antonio, sono cresciuto a Genova e sono pronto a mostrarti la mia Città in un modo interessante e divertente ! Ho lavorato come Accompagnatore Turistico e adesso lo faccio per passione. Ti propongo un Tour privato attraverso uno dei Centri Storici più grandi d'Europa, dove vedremo sia le attrazioni principali sia le parti meno conosciute e particolari, difficili da trovare da soli ! Ti racconterò Storie e Curiosità sulla Città, e quello che ha significato per me. Potrai entrare nei Palazzi e Chiese se vorrai. Vuoi dei ricordi indimenticabili ? Sarò il tuo fotografo per un giorno e ti scatterò delle belle foto nei luoghi più iconici del Centro ! Vuoi provare Cibo e Bevande locali ? Te li consiglierò io e potrai assaggiarli se vorrai ! Vuoi conoscere Gente del luogo ? Te li presenterò se vorrai ! Il nostro Tour comincerà da Piazza De Ferrari, la piazza principale della Città. Disponibile anche in caso di pioggia. Parlo Italiano, Spagnolo, Inglese e un po' di Francese ! Max 7 persone per mantenere un'atmosfera Informale, Amichevole, Rilassata e di Qualità ! Siete in un gruppo di 3+ persone? Sconto per voi ! Sono a disposizione per QUALUNQUE Info o Consiglio. Avrai il mio Supporto fino al termine del tuo Soggiorno. Ricordati Sempre che la Vita è un'Avventura
Top Rated Genoa Food Tour- Five Stops
ALL FOOD IS INCLUDED! At least 4 food stops (food choice depending on season and availability): - Pasta with Pesto - Savoury pies - Focaccia with Cheese - Fried squids - Anchovies - Farinata - Classic Focaccia with Evo oil - Caffè and dessert/ice cream What this tour IS about: - Great Food - Great company with a local - Curiosities and anecdotes - Nice walk in the city centre - Fun and smiles - New friends from all around the world What this tour is NOT about: - An historical tour - Boring long speeches PLEASE NOTICE THAT THE TOUR WILL BE HELD IN ITALIAN/ENGLISH. CONTACT US FOR OTHER LANGUAGES CONTACT US FOR PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. You'll be guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant curiosities. We accept only small groups because we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give each person the highest attention possible.
Home cooking & cookingclass a Genova
Welcome to my home! After a brief conversation and a small welcome snack, we will cook together a typical Genoese menu (an appetizer, a first dish of pasta, a second and a dessert) and I will tell you a little history and curiosity about the Ligurian cuisine and its traditions We will also eat what I cooked with my family (it includes unlimited water and a bottle of wine every two guests!) I am very happy to share what I have learned from my mother, mother-in-law and the cooking classes I attended: I am not a professional chef!!!
YOGA FLOW
LUNEDÌ e SABATO al MONUMENTO di QUARTO - Genova GIOVEDÌ e altri giorni ai BAGNI SQUASH di Corso ITALIA - Genova ...Volete riattivare le energie e ricaricare le pile?? Vi guiderò nella pratica...uno yoga dinamico dove impareremo ad ascoltare il respiro, dare spazio e a rimanere nel qui e ora!! Inizieremo con respirazione, riscaldamento, saluti al sole e vediamo dove arriviamo..
Pesto Sauce Class and dinner in Genoa
GUARANTEED SOCIAL DISTANCING OF 1 METER BETWEEN GUESTS, SANITIZED LABORATORY Meet your host, Cristina, a real Genoese, who has also lived abroad for a long time. She will be pleased to open her home to all curious travelers who want to experience a real Genoese dinner. You will start the lesson by preparing the most famous ligurian pasta sauce: pesto. It traditionally consists of crushed garlic, European pine nuts, coarse salt, basil leaves, hard cheese such as Parmigiano-Reggiano all blended with olive oil. Then, learn how to prepare home made Tagliatelle! Sit with your host and enjoy the fruit of your labour and taste the second course ( typically fried anchovies ). Once the work is completed, you will enjoy the meal and the dish tasting with your local host. You will also taste fine local Italian wine.. Finally enjoy the gelato or dessert with some coffee. After the lesson, ask us a copy of all the recipes prepared with the host. Get ready for an amazing experience in Genoa ! Other things to note You can park your car very close to the meeting point
Magic Ride Genoa & Riviera by Scooter
Feel the air, the freedom and the emotion to visit Genoa with a scooter. We can easily visit the main points of the city together with further areas not usually seen by tourist but just as beautiful. We'll have a complete experience with moments of liberty, entertain and personal grew. We'll start our tour visiting the very special & important square of Piazza de Ferrari, then we'll go up to the hills to enjoy different point of views, we'll stop in a hidden square which guard a real antique pharmacy, that produce infused since the Renaissance. Afterwards we'll go down to discover what we saw from the top: we'll see the yachts docked at the Old Port, the old doors of the city (1100 ac) and Via Aurea, the most elegant and majestic street Then we'll go to more distances places like Piazza della Vittoria and 1900 architecture, Corso Italia (sea promenade) Boccadasse (ex fishery village, today fascinating neighborhood of the city) Monument (from where Garibaldi sailed to unified Italy) Nervi (sea promenade with amazing views of Portofino cape) and Bogliasco (fishery town outside Genoa). We'll visit everything with calm and at low speed, in order to enjoy the panorama, talk about culture/history and feel secure/comfortable. You'll have a personalized tour, just you. In case you're with a friend or fiancé and you know how to ride a scooter we can arrange 2 scooters Other things to note Just relax and enjoy the ride. we'll learn many things together and create a friendship
The Secrets of Genoa with Storyteller
We will take you to the oldest part of the historical center and walk through an off beaten itinerary: there's really a lot to see in Genoa, but you need to be willing to observe details cause the beauty of the old town is more likely to be revealed to those who are determined to discover it. We will take you to some charming spots of the city I'm sure you'd hardly find by yourself and make you travel through time by telling stories accompanied by the sound of a small guitar. Other things to note: we recommend to wear comfy shoes and the tour takes place with a minimum of 2 participants
Discover Genoa
We'll travel together through time & discover hidden angles of Genoa. We'll discover its beauty and its charm. Known as the Superb from the Middle Age to the Renaissance; important center of the Baroque. Famous during the Grand Tour, to the point of being chosen as a city where to spend a long period of time. Source of inspiration to writers, poets, singers and actors. Come with me to feel some of their emotions too!! We'll discover the origin of Genoa, its meaning and where was born; we’ll discover Embriaco, a hero of the city. We'll walk through particular squares with evocative names, precious churches and the Cathedral, see the tree that gives fortune to the city, see where Einstein lived. We'll discover San Matteo square with its legends and treasures. The will walk down Piazza de Ferrari and Doge’s Palace, where Paganini was in prison and where are sculptured the enemies of the Republic. You'll have opportunity to take pictures from particular angles Other things to note We will do the tour also in case of rain. Pls note that the experience can be taylor made and that the starting time can be changed. We can personalized our walk depending on your interests.
Full Meal Five Stops Genoa Street Food
ALL FOOD IS INCLUDED! At least 5 food stops (food choice depending on season and availability): - Super tender Fried squids - Classic and delicious focaccia with EVO oil - Typical savoury pies - Focaccia with local cheese - Artisan ice cream - Espresso What this tour IS about: - Great Food - Great company with a local - Curiosities and anecdotes - Nice walk in the historical center - Fun and smiles - New friends from all around the world What this tour is NOT about: - An historical tour - Boring long speeches PLEASE NOTICE THAT THE TOUR WILL BE HELD IN ITALIAN/ENGLISH. CONTACT US FOR OTHER LANGUAGES CONTACT US FOR PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. You'll be guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant curiosities. We accept only small groups because we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give each person the highest attention possible.
Cooking class with lunch in the garden
In this cooking lesson you will learn how to cook one of the most typical dishes of the Ligurian tradition starting from scratch: of course I'm talking about pasta with pesto! We will knead different kind of fresh pasta: corzetti, trenette, gnocchi, testaroli or trofie, using traditional tools and we will learn the techniques to shape it. After that we will prepare the famous pesto with the authentic ingredients, obviously with the use of mortar and pestle! We will welcome you with a welcome aperitif / snack in our wonderful location, a flower garden a stone's throw from the Genoa Piazza Principe station and once our dish has been prepared we will have lunch together.
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