Spianata Castelletto
Spianata di Castelletto
A hillside terrace reached by a century-old lift, overlooking the Old Town rooftops, the harbour and the lighthouse. Best for night views.
Spianata Castelletto sits on the hillside north of the Old Town. You can take the Art Nouveau lift, which opened in 1909, straight up from Piazza Portello (a city bus ticket is valid), or climb the steps on foot. The terrace has a wide view, with tiered slate roofs, the harbour, the Bigo and the lighthouse in the distance. Sunsets and night views are especially lovely. There is a century-old ice cream shop nearby. Free admission, and the lift runs until late at night.
Opening hours
Open all day; elevator approx. 06:40–24:00
Nearby sights
- Strade Nuove & Palazzi dei Rolli
- Musei di Strada Nuova
- Santissima Annunziata del Vastato
- Caruggi & Via del Campo
- Piazza San Matteo
- Teatro Carlo Felice
- Palazzo Ducale
- Genoa Cathedral (San Lorenzo)