Genoa - Seaside

It was a Friday night, we were looking at the weather reports, sick and tired of cold, fog and rain. Genoa was only two hours away and the report saying 18 degrees and sun.

When we first came out of the fog we were in the outskirts of Genoa already. The landscape suddenly changes from flat to hilly and the road goes through tunnel after tunnel. Then as the last tunnel opening is past the wonderful view of the hills and the Mediterranean ocean reveal itself. We decided to park in the center and walk around to explore.

The first stop (not counting all the shops) was the square with all the fountains in front of the art museum. We enjoyed a milkshake and looked at the city life pass by. Next on the list was the famous via Garibaldi on the UNESCO world heritage list. It was a magnificent street with huge old rock buildings. Showing that this city once was very wealthy.

Later in the day we went to the seaside to join the crowds enjoying the sun by the harbor. Looking at all the yachts there are still some rich people left here. Sadly our Norwegian eating habits didn't go well with the Italians. It was impossible to find a restaurant open before 19.00. We couldn't last that long and lowered us self to a meal at McDonald's. After that we found it best to just go home. The day was great, but we learned an important lesson about finding a place to eat before we get too hungry.

Fountains and the city's Christmas tree.



My lovely wife in front of the Art museum.This old street is on the unesco world heritage list.



Palm trees.



Genoa harbour.One of the many yachts.