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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Porto Antico, or Old Port, of Genoa—the historic birthplace of the city's maritime greatness and now a vibrant center for leisure, culture, and tourism. For over a millennium, this harbor was the engine of the…
Listen in the app2The Waterfront Promenade — Walking on History
The waterfront promenade of the Porto Antico is the primary artery of the revitalized district, a long, sun-drenched pathway that follows the curve of the historic harbor. As you walk here, you are treading upon the very ground…
Listen in the app3The Bigo — A Panoramic Lift with a History
Standing prominently at the center of the port is the Bigo, a unique panoramic elevator and architectural sculpture designed by Renzo Piano for the 1992 celebrations. The structure is shaped like a cluster of massive white metal…
Listen in the app4The Biosphere — A Tropical Bubble
Floating, as it were, on the surface of the water near the Aquarium is the Biosphere, a glass and steel sphere that houses a small but lush tropical greenhouse. Also designed by Renzo Piano, this structure contains a diverse…
Listen in the app5The Neptune Galleon — A Cinematic Pirate Ship
Moored along one of the piers is the Neptune, a spectacular and highly detailed replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon. While it looks like a genuine historical artifact, the Neptune was actually built in 1985 for Roman…
Listen in the app6The Aquarium of Genoa — Life Beneath the Waves
The centerpiece of the Porto Antico is the Aquarium of Genoa, the largest aquarium in Italy and the second-largest in Europe. Built on a pier extending into the harbor, it houses over 12,000 animals from 600 different species,…
Listen in the app7Palazzo San Giorgio — The Heart of Finance
At the entrance to the Porto Antico stands the Palazzo San Giorgio, one of the most historically significant buildings in Genoa. Originally built in 1260 by Guglielmo Boccanegra, the first Captain of the People, it was…
Listen in the app8Old Port (Porto Antico)
As we conclude our journey through the Porto Antico, let us reflect on the incredible transformation of this space. From its origins as a bustling medieval harbor to its decline and eventual rebirth as a modern cultural center,…
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As we conclude our journey through the Porto Antico, let us reflect on the incredible transformation of this space. From its origins as a bustling medieval harbor to its decline and eventual rebirth as a modern cultural center,…
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What is Old Port?
Old Port is a place in Italy with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 44.4086, 8.9225 |
| Last updated |
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