About Genoa
Sometimes, cities are lucky enough to reinvent themselves. Genoa, given short shrift in travel guides 20 years ago, has undergone a striking renaissance since 1992, when it hosted an international expo to commemorate the 500-year anniversary of the discovery of the New World.
Nowhere is that benefit more evident than at Porto Antico, the old port close to the marine terminal, where many of today's cruise ships now dock. What once was a seedy waterfront on Northern Italy's Mediterranean is now a charming blend of old and new structures, featuring cafes, shops, a movie complex, a maritime museum, a spectacular play and cultural center for kids and, most importantly, the largest aquarium in Europe.
From a distance, the Genoa cityscape -- climbing up a steep, green hillside from the Ligurian sea -- is awash in Mediterranean color: ochre, pink and red. It's a big town with more than 600,000 people, but it has a small-town feel and layout that make it imminently walkable. In fact, Genoa's foremost calling cards -- its historic center; the Piazza de Ferrari, where the Opera and Palace of the Doges are located; the chic shopping avenue, Via XX Settembre; and the largely pedestrian-only streets that hug the Cathedral of San Lorenzo -- are all within a 10- to 20-minute walk of Porto Antico.
Genoa, or Genova in Italian, has a rich history dating back to ancient times, but it's probably best known for Christopher Columbus, its most famous native celebrity. It has long been associated with the arts, and in 2004 the European Union designated Genoa as a European Capital of Culture. In 2006, a mid-16th century district on Via Garibaldi that houses an architecturally important ensemble of Renaissance and Baroque palaces was included on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Genoa typically serves as a port of embarkation or disembarkation, so it isn't often given high priority as a shore excursion. Our best advice? Enjoy a day here before or after your cruise. It's worth it.
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Day 1: Barcelona
Day 2: Palma de Mallorca
Day 3: Marseille
Day 4: Genoa
Day 5: Rome
Day 7: Kotor
Day 8: Split
Day 9: Venice
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Day 1Barcelona
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Day 2Palma de Mallorca (Majorca)
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Day 3Marseille
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Day 4Genoa
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Day 5Rome (Civitavecchia)
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Kotor
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Day 8Split
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Day 9Venice
Ship DetailsMSC Opera - MSC Cruises
Pros
Fun-filled ship with top-notch entertainment, great food and great kids' facilities
Cons
Limited dining options
Bottom line
With two nights and two days in Havana, this is a real opportunity to discover the Cuban capital
ReviewsMSC Opera Reviews
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Day 1Barcelona
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Day 2Marseille
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Day 3Genoa
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Day 4Rome (Civitavecchia)
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Day 5Palermo (Sicily)
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Day 6Malta (Valletta)
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Barcelona
Ship DetailsReviewsMSC Grandiosa Reviews
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Room Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Palermo
Day 3: Sardinia
Day 4: Palma de Mallorca
Day 5: Valencia
Day 6: Marseille
Day 7: Genoa
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Day 1Rome (Civitavecchia)
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Day 2Palermo (Sicily)
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Day 3Sardinia
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Day 4Palma de Mallorca (Majorca)
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Day 5Valencia
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Day 6Marseille
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Day 7Genoa
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Day 8Rome (Civitavecchia)
Ship DetailsMSC Fantasia - MSC Cruises
75 percent of cabins have private balconies
International pax mix makes for festive ambience
Has one of Europe's best ship-within-a-ship concepts
ReviewsMSC Fantasia Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1Barcelona
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Day 2Ibiza
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Naples
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Day 5Florence (Livorno)
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Day 6Genoa
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Day 7Marseille
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Day 8Barcelona
Ship DetailsMSC Divina - MSC Cruises
Pros
Excellent entertainment options and fun that lasts late into the night
Cons
Not much dining variety, compared to other mainstream cruise lines
Bottom Line
Family-friendly fares and Italian touches make Divina a good choice
ReviewsMSC Divina Reviews
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1: New York
Day 4: King's Wharf
Day 10: Ponta Delgada
Day 12: Lisbon
Day 14: Valencia
Day 15: Marseille
Day 16: Genoa
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Ship DetailsMSC Divina - MSC Cruises
Pros
Excellent entertainment options and fun that lasts late into the night
Cons
Not much dining variety, compared to other mainstream cruise lines
Bottom Line
Family-friendly fares and Italian touches make Divina a good choice
ReviewsMSC Divina Reviews
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Port Taxes & Fees
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Service Gratuities
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Most Onboard Entertainment
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Kids Club
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Shore Excursions
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Wi-Fi
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Spa Services
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
** inclusions in your cruise fare are based on Cruise Critic’s editorial expertise and not provided by the individual cruise lines. When you book with one of our cruise partners, please be sure to check their site for a full disclosure of all applicable fees. Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates, prices, or amenities included in the fare. Inclusion items in the fare may change at any time and fees may apply for additional items.
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Day 1: Genoa
Day 2: Rome
Day 3: Palermo
Day 4: Sardinia
Day 5: Palma de Mallorca
Day 6: Valencia
Day 7: Marseille
7 NightCruise to GenoaHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Genoa
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Day 2Rome (Civitavecchia)
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Day 3Palermo (Sicily)
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Day 4Sardinia
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Day 5Palma de Mallorca (Majorca)
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Day 6Valencia
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Day 7Marseille
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