Palazzi dei Rolli
Palazzi dei Rolli
4.5
10:00 AM - 9:59 AM
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10:00 AM - 9:59 AM
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10:00 AM - 9:59 AM
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On 13 July 2006, the site"Genoa: le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli" entered UNESCO’s World Heritage List of the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Forming an organic urban unit, the site is made up of late-Renaissance and Baroque streets and squares lined by over a hundred palaces belonging to the city’s noble families. The grandest residences, each with its own architectural style and individual character, were an official lists (Rolli), and lots were drawn to decide which palace would have the privilege of playing host to visiting state dignitaries. Often erected on sloping ground, the Palazzi dei Rolli were designed according to the sequence atrium-courtyard-grand staircase-gardens and boast richly decorated interiors. They embody a distinctive social and economic identity and mark the beginning of the era of modern urban architecture in Europe.
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Lidia N
Finale Ligure, Italy3 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
I visited the Palazzo Spinola museum, beautiful! I went to the Royal Palace, beautiful! Today at Palazzo della Meridiana, despite having booked, I was unable to visit the site because there was a musical rehearsal and they made me pay three euros for a guided tour where we only saw two rooms... too bad. they lack organization
Written 19 May 2024
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,180 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
Enjoy walking around this area with all the history that surrounds you.
This is where you can explore many of the palaces you can get a variety of tickets and it’s very much worth going inside some of these places.
Love the architecture of the area, but must say some times did feel a little unsafe in some of the areas at night time, as my hotel close by came across some sketchy people.
This is where you can explore many of the palaces you can get a variety of tickets and it’s very much worth going inside some of these places.
Love the architecture of the area, but must say some times did feel a little unsafe in some of the areas at night time, as my hotel close by came across some sketchy people.
Written 31 July 2023
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AnnArborMHT
Genoa, Italy1,648 contributions
July 2012 • Solo
Visitors not familiar with Genova might be confused regarding this TA site, Palazzi dei Rolli, because it’s the general name for all the Rolli Palaces in the city, not one specific site. A Rolli Palace is the name given to the beautiful Renaissance and Baroque palaces throughout the city and concentrated on Via Garibaldi (also called Strade Nuove). They were used as public hospitality centers, housing heads of state, ministers, and visiting dignitaries on official visits to Genova. The owners of these Rolli Palaces were obligated to host, at their own expense, in their extravagant homes, with beautiful gardens, courtyards and frescoed ceilings, thus attracting famous artists and royalty to Genova.
There are 42 Palazzi dei Rolli which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, dating from the 1500-1600’s and can be identified by the red diamond sign on the outside of each palace. The majority are concentrated on Via Garibaldi, Via Balbi, Salita S Caterina and Via S Luca. The Tourist Office many have two helpful brochures on the Palazzi dei Rolli-look for Genova and the Rolli Palaces (free) and Genova and its Treasures (currently 1 eu and well worth it!). Make sure you pick up the language you want! Several Palaces are free to visit; others charge admission, some you can just wander in, as they are used for businesses. Always look up! And don’t be shy about wandering in and out of the Palaces! ... if you see an open door, go in! Enjoy your time in Genova!
There are 42 Palazzi dei Rolli which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, dating from the 1500-1600’s and can be identified by the red diamond sign on the outside of each palace. The majority are concentrated on Via Garibaldi, Via Balbi, Salita S Caterina and Via S Luca. The Tourist Office many have two helpful brochures on the Palazzi dei Rolli-look for Genova and the Rolli Palaces (free) and Genova and its Treasures (currently 1 eu and well worth it!). Make sure you pick up the language you want! Several Palaces are free to visit; others charge admission, some you can just wander in, as they are used for businesses. Always look up! And don’t be shy about wandering in and out of the Palaces! ... if you see an open door, go in! Enjoy your time in Genova!
Written 10 July 2012
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TwixtTwain
Houston, TX225 contributions
July 2013 • Couples
If you buy the combined ticket, go to the Palazzo Bianco first, then the Rosso. The flow of the presentation of the art history makes more sense in that order. No one at the ticket booth offered any guidance and you could see them in random order. The Palazzo Rosso has a fabulous overlook of the city center from the "widows walk" at the very summit of the roof.
Written 8 July 2013
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Bernard
London, UK238 contributions
June 2014 • Friends
The 3 palazzi museums - Rosso, Bianco and Tursi - all part of the Palazzi die Rolli are located on one of the best streets in Genoa, the Via Garibaldi. All three buildings are museums, run mainly as art galleries. One ticket buys entrance to all three palazzi. Palazzo Rosso is the largest of the three with 6 floors and a fine view of the city from the roof. There are some historic interiors, but mainly rooms arranged as a modern art gallery. Good works by Van Dyck. Palazzo Bianco also has some good art work and more importantly, access to the garden, something that is not possible to visit elsewhere. Palazzo Tursi houses a set of fine tapestries, two important violins, some stunning blue and white pottery (medical jars) and many coins from Genovese trading history. An interesting collection, especially if you enjoy applied arts.
All three museums can easily be visited in one day without being overloaded. There is a good cafe as well, where a meal can be purchased for 12 euros, good value and good food. The combined ticket costs 9 euros, but there are discounts for museum pass holders etc. This is a highlight of any visit to Genova and should not be missed.
All three museums can easily be visited in one day without being overloaded. There is a good cafe as well, where a meal can be purchased for 12 euros, good value and good food. The combined ticket costs 9 euros, but there are discounts for museum pass holders etc. This is a highlight of any visit to Genova and should not be missed.
Written 26 July 2014
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Clareymacagram
Perth, Australia155 contributions
Aug 2014 • Solo
All these palazzi are amazing and beautiful, however Palazzo Rosso was my favourite. Personally my interest is in the architecture and frescoes, as opposed to artwork and collections, so I preferred Palazzo Rosso to Palazzi Bianchi and Tursi. Palazzo Rosso also has an amazing viewing platform on the roof which is a spectacular spot for panoramic city pics. I think this viewing platform is actually a better than Spianata Castelletto as it provides 360 degree views. Staff here were also very accommodating and friendly.
Written 31 August 2014
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Viridiana2012
Bologna, Italy725 contributions
Apr 2013 • Couples
If you don't have much time, go at least to the Palazzo Bianco to see the Caravaggio painting. It is really worth. Lots of good flemish paintings also in the Palazzo Rosso
Written 28 April 2013
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EsmeBennion
Chicago, Il227 contributions
June 2013 • Friends
They bulilt trophy houses in Genoa to out do the neighbors! Fantastic palaces crammed next to each other along a block with only an 8 m street width . But amazing architecture and all and very well maintained now as UNESCO world hertiage. We wlaked from train station so went round Reale first. UP many stpes to top grand floor is worth the climb - amazing rook with mirrors, and king and queen bedrooms. I was amused queen's bed is wider than king. ( maybe he visits her but not vv?) Be sure to walk out on upper deck/ tiled promenade and view port and garden below.
free tickets for over 65 Euro, so take proof. Get duo with Spinale too
free tickets for over 65 Euro, so take proof. Get duo with Spinale too
Written 23 June 2013
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DoglawyerATX
Austin, TX171 contributions
June 2019 • Couples
The palaces are interesting to see as you walk down this lovely street. But if you wander off the main street, or even just look down a side street, you see how over run with crime Genoa is. Prostitutes and drug dealers at work steps away from the only thing of value in Ganoa. This town was disgusting, and there doesn't seem to be any effort to clean it up. Wish we hadn't wasted time visiting and would recommend no one else make the same mistake.
Written 17 June 2019
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950hello123
London, UK23 contributions
July 2015 • Couples
A must in Genoa just stroll down the street and if you have a spare couple of hours go inside the museums, if you are stuck for time however go to palazzo reale instead as its a lot better value for money.
Written 16 July 2015
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Ciao,
qualora avessi solo mezza giornata di tempo per visitare i Palazzi dei Rolli, quali mi consigli come imperdibili?
Grazie
Written 18 September 2019
Sicuramente da non perdere Palazzo Rosso il cui biglietto è abbinato anche il Palazzo Bianco.
Buona visita
Written 25 September 2019
Quando sarà la prossima giornata dei rolli?
Written 21 January 2019
per sapere maggiori info sui rolli basta visitare il sito di visit genoa punto it
lì troverai tutti i palazzi elencati con tutte lenito e anche i riferimenti necessari per avere ulteriori info.
Written 20 March 2019
Quando sarà la prossima apertura? Si possono visitare anche su prenotazione al di fuori delle visite ufficiali?
Written 12 January 2018
Le prossime giornate dei rolli saranno sabato 19 e domenica 20 maggio 2018. Alcuni palazzi come Palazzo Bianco e Palazzo Rosso sono dei musei e sono visitabili a pagamento ogni giorno. Altri palazzi sono aperti solo per l'occasione come per esempio il palazzo che è sede della Camera di Commercio che è a dir poco stupendo ma che non è visitabile in quanto vi sono gli uffici.
Written 17 January 2018
Quando sarà la prossima apertura? Si possono visitare anche su prenotazione al di fuori delle visite ufficiali?
Written 12 January 2018
19 e 20 maggio sarà il prossimo week end, ma alcuni palazzi possono essere visitati anche al di fuori del periodo
Written 15 January 2018
Nel 2017 è già avvenuta la giornata dei Palzzi dei Rolli
Written 31 August 2017
La ripeteranno il 14 e 15 ottobre.
Written 1 September 2017
How many of the palaces are available to visit for public and what are their names?
Written 13 March 2017
It seems that the reviews are about palazzo Rosso not Rolli. They are also located at different places on the map. Can someone clarify?
Written 23 February 2015
palazzideirolli
Genoa, Italy
"Palazzo Rosso" located in " Via Garibalidi " is part of group of buildings named "Palazzi dei Rolli" or Rolli's palaces were entered by the special committee in the UNESCO world heritage listing.
Written 3 March 2015
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