boccadasse

I'm from Genova, and I always used to come here to have an ice cream since I was a kid.This place can give you an idea about how Liguria used to be in ancient times: a chain of small fishermen hamlets wherever there was a shelter for the boats. I can say that in the last 50 years It did not change too much, there is the small pebble beach, fishing boats all around, and the typical cluster of old yellow and red houses, with narrow alleys ("creuze") with the laundry hanging on washing line going across the alley up there, and steep stairs going up hill and down to the sea...This small place used to be an independent village on the outskirts of Genova, but long ago was swallowed by the growing city, and now is quite close to the center -in fact a walk to get there on the promenade of Corso Italia and an ice cream by the Antica Gelateria - "Latteria Igienica" (the original, ancient ice cream place) is the typical evening during springtime and summer.So let's pack some "focaccia" and white wine and spend a couple of hours relaxing on the beach, or stroll there just to enjoy to enjoy an ice cream... maybe it is not really awesome, but I love this place!

A small village in the heart of a big city. It's a jewel! Wonderful restaurants, excellent ice cream parlours, a view to die for!

The most stunning sunset in the whole genoa, genoa food is a must in the area, nice small restaurants (beware of prices), delicious ice creams.

Very exciting and nice place with very comfortable weather and sightseeing view also good location to take many beautiful photos.

I have to say we were a bit disappointed after the build up some of the guidebooks and postcards gave this place and comparisons to Cinque Terra. We are in the Cinque Terra as I write this and there is hands-down no comparison. That was pretty obvious as soon as we arrived in Boccadasse though. A small little place, quite touristy with expensive food. It's not "off the beaten path" in anyway, but just down a short path from the "regular town" and other than a short break on the rocks, not good for a lot. Certainly a lot more interesting things to see in Genoa Old Town proper. If you do go, though, hit the crepes place...reasonable prices for pretty good crepes and you can take them to the rocks and sit and enjoy the ocean.

You must visit this place to see the most beautiful sunset of Genoa italy. Very nice church nearby. Food joints nearby are very cosy and has nice view.

It will be great experience with your loved ones...We went February Month, little drizzle and partially cloudy....though we enjoyed a lot.. Romantic place to visit

Spectacular views, great temperature, beautiful photo opportunities! Loved it! Would go back without a doubt!

Readers outside Italy may know Boccadasse from the Commissario Montalbano crime books, dramatised by RAI and widely televised. Boccadasse is the fictional home of Montalbano's architect girlfriend Livia. Besides that, though, it offers a very scenic hint of the more commercialised Cinque Terre villages further south, while still being a genuine working fishing village and an Italian holiday and day trip spot. Its castle -- which is actually recent, though medieval in style -- is the one fake note about it.If you are in Genoa and don't have time to make it to the Cinque Terre, over an hour by train, head by public transport to Boccadasse instead. Just as lovely and well worth seeing. Noted for reasonably priced fish restaurants serving authentic local cuisine.

quite and peaceful,this is an amazing place by the sea, looks enchanting at sunset. a cosy little village with life of its own.

I would recommend this place to anyone. I found it on the internet by chance before going to Genoa and we decided to visit it.It looks exactly like in the photos. It is so relaxing to stay on a bench and look over the amazing view that is offered.From Genoa is not so difficult to travel by public bus to Boccadasse, you need to have a map and if you ask anyone on the street they will guide you which bus you need to take. You have to change 2 buses before you arrive in Boccadasse but it worth it!!!!!!!!!!

It was the best experience we had from Genoa the evening we spent in this old port.Although not located close to the centre of the town, it is absolutely worth the ride!There is very good selection of restaurants. Also you can find the most delicious ice cream in Genoa for sure.If you are lucky enough and the sky is clear, you can enjoy eating your ice cream sitting on the beach living a very romantic night.

If you are up for a fairly long walk I would recommend going to Boccadasse. The reception desk in our hotel (in central Genoa) recommended going by taxi but if we had of done, we would have missed seeing so much of Genoa. Being December, the promenade was very quiet but to be honest, I would not have wanted to see it in the height of summer with all the shops, bars, bathers, etc.The actual fishing village was lovely although looking a little battered (with a lot of buildings being repainted / renovated) - hardly surprising given its location !Truly romantic.

This is one of the most famous views of the town. Originally a small fisherman's town, Boccadasse is nowadays part of the city, but it's easy to feel the old atmosphere. Go for a walk, but don't stop in the main square! After having lunch or dinner in one of the nice restaurants overlooking the beach, you can buy an ice cream and go for a walk through the old buildings fo spot awesome hidden corners. Definitely a place you will love to see.

This old small port of fisherman is a jewel in Genoa. You can reach it at the end of Corso Italia promenade. Genoa people is used to taste a good ice cream on this little beach.