Genoa travel guide - where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Genoa, Liguria, Italy.
Genoa's old town offers aperitivo bars, craft-beer pubs and a live-jazz venue within walking distance, while harbour venues at the Porto Antico add sea views and late-night dancing in summer.
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
Piazza delle Erbe
Old-town square and the heart of aperitivo and evening bar hopping.
Best for: Aperitivo and bar hopping
San Bernardo and Sarzano
Medieval vaults, wine bars and craft-beer pubs south of Piazza delle Erbe.
Best for: Atmospheric drinks
Porto Antico
Waterfront venues and floating bars around the Old Port.
Best for: Sunset drinks and summer nights
Corso Italia and Foce
The main disco area of the city, strongest in summer around Punta Vagno and the Lungomare Lombardo.
Best for: Late-night dancing in summer
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Louisiana Jazz Club
Known for: Live jazz concerts and poetry slam; membership card required
Via San Sebastiano 36r, 16123 Genova
Old Port Bar
Known for: Harbour-side bar and Ligurian kitchen at the Porto Antico
Ponte Francesco Morosini 47-48, 16126 Genova
La Coccagna
Known for: Craft beer and hearty Italian cooking in a historic alley
Vico di Coccagna, 16128 Genova
Ai Troeggi
Known for: Natural wine, craft beer and bruschetta
Via Chiabrera 61r, 16123 Genova
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
Banano Tsunami
Hours: Wed-Thu 5-10PM, Fri 5PM-2:30AM, Sat 11:30AM-2:30AM, Sun 11:30AM-10PM
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Most venues warm up after midnight — earlier arrivals get easier entry and shorter queues.
Carry ID, even if you look older — bouncers check at most venues.
Plan your ride home before you go out — last transport runs earlier than the clubs close.