Working and Networking
- Best Cafe for Work
- Tazze Pazze (Piazza Cinque Lampadi) - Great coffee and laptop-friendly
- Networking Events
- Genoa Digital Nomads Meetup or events at Liguria Digitale
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Genoa or 'Expats in Genoa' Facebook Group
- Best Coworking Space
- Talent Garden Genova (Via d'Annunzio - approx. €25/day, €250/mo)
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- IT Taxi (Uber is limited to Black/Van services only and is expensive)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Zity (car sharing) and Genova Sharing (e-scooters/bikes via app)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Boccadasse (scenic urban beach) or Camogli (25 mins by train)
- Top Regional Airline
- Ita Airways (flying from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo - GOA)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Air France, and Volotea
- Highway Access
- A10 (Autostrada dei Fiori), A12 (Eastern Riviera), and A7 (to Milan)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Genova Piazza Principe and Genova Brignole
- Public Transport Passes
- AMT Genova (Single: €2.00, 24h: €10.00, monthly: €48.00)
- Regional Travel
- Trenitalia Regional Trains to Cinque Terre and Portofino
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Ospedale Policlinico San Martino (Largo Rosanna Benzi)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Roof (Via XX Settembre) - drop-in approx. €15
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Virgin Active Genova (Via di Francia) - approx. €90/mo
- Laundry Services
- Onda Blu Self-Service Laundry (Via Gramsci)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo and Just Eat are the market leaders
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Trofie al Pesto (fresh basil sauce) and Focaccia di Recco
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- InFusion (Via di Ravecca) - Local vegan specialties
- Best Dessert Spots
- Gelateria Profumo (Vico Superiore del Ferro) - Legendary gelato
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercato Orientale (Via XX Settembre) - Fresh local produce
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.it, Zalando, eBay.it
- Grocery Delivery
- Esselunga a Casa or Carrefour Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Piazza delle Erbe (center of the night scene in the caruggi)
- Local Brewery
- Maltus Faber (Via Trasta)
- Wine Bars
- Cantine Gambaro (Via di San Bernardo)
- Street Food Stalls
- Antica Friggitoria Carega (Via di Sottoripa) - Fried seafood cones
- Popular International Cuisine
- Kowalski (Via dei Giustiniani) - Eastern European cuisine
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Lanterna di Genova (Lighthouse) and Aquarium of Genoa
- Museums & Art Venues
- Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Bianco (Musei di Strada Nuova)
- Historical Sites
- Via Garibaldi (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Religious Sites
- Cattedrale di San Lorenzo (Genoa Cathedral)
- Annual Events
- Euroflora (April/May) and The Ocean Race (Sailing events)
- Cultural Districts
- The 'Caruggi' (Medieval Old Town District)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Carlo Felice (Opera and Ballet)
- Local Markets
- Fiera di Genova (seasonal markets and trade fairs)
- Music Scene
- Count Basie Jazz Club (Vico Tana)
- Street Art
- Sottopasso di Caricamento (Murals by local artists)
- Cooking Classes
- Zena di Pesto (Piazza de Ferrari) - Pesto making workshops
- Art Galleries
- Galleria d'Arte Moderna (GAM) in Nervi
- Historic Buildings
- Palazzo Ducale (The Doge's Palace)
- Local Heritage
- St. George’s Cross (The official flag of Genoa)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Parco delle Mura (Ancient city walls hiking trail)
- National Parks Nearby
- Cinque Terre National Park (1 hour 15 mins by train)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Corso Italia Promenade (3km seaside walkway)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Spianata Castelletto (Accessible by 1900s Art Nouveau elevator)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Parco del Beigua (UNESCO Global Geopark)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Strictly regulated; only permitted in designated BBQ areas in Monte Fasce
Essentials
- City
- Genoa (Genova), Liguria, Italy
- Population
- 560,000 (Metropolitan: 840,000)
- Internet Speed
- Fiber widespread; average 95 Mbps down, 30 Mbps up
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: Banca Carige, Intesa Sanpaolo
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality (Acquedotto Storico source)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F/L sockets
- SIM Card
- Iliad (50GB for €7.99), TIM (100GB for €9.99), Vodafone
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut, Wise, and Fineco (online-friendly Italian bank)
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Idealista.it, and DoveVivo for coliving/rentals
- Cashless Friendly
- Mostly yes; cards accepted in shops, but carry some cash for small 'Caruggi' cafes
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (avg €900-1,200/mo) or Blueground for serviced apartments
- Budget Accommodation
- Ostellin Genova Hostel (approx. €30/night, Vico dei Ragazzi)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Centro Storico (Old Town) or Porto Antico for proximity to attractions
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Castelletto (scenic, quiet) or Albaro (upscale, near the sea)
Other Services and Amenities
- Community Centers
- Centro Sociale Zapata (Sampierdarena)
- Gaming Lounges
- Akiba Stop (Via San Vincenzo)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Admiral Interactive (Porto Antico area)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Poste Italiane, DHL Express, and BRT (Bartolini)
- Tech Repair Services
- Riparazione iPhone Genova (Via dei Mille)
- Table Tennis Spots
- CUS Genova (Via Pozzuolo del Friuli)
- Language Classes
- A Door to Italy (Via XII Ottobre)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Berio (Via del Seminario)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €72,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €180,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €96,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €232,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €120,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 24% (IRES) + approx. 3.9% (IRAP regional tax)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 26% standard rate
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 43% for income over €50,000
- VAT
- 22% standard rate
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to foreign entities in low-tax jurisdictions
- Property Tax
- IMU (Imposta Municipale Unica), exempt for primary residence unless luxury
- Property Transaction Tax
- Registration tax: 2% (primary home) or 9% (second home)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- 7% flat tax for retirees/nomads in South Italy (not applicable to Genoa) or the 'Inpatriates' scheme (50-70% reduction)