What to see in Savona: the best recommended itineraries

Savona is an interesting town that combines history, culture, and modernity. Savona's historic center, in fact, is rich in interesting historic palaces, but there are also modern constructions, especially in the area of the new cruise terminal.

The city's B&B Hotel provides you with travel ideas and insights on what to see in Savona.

What are the main monuments and most beautiful attractions in Savona?

• Priamar Fortress: it is one of the symbols of the city of Savona; built in the 16th century by the Genoese, it has been renovated and hosts events and temporary exhibitions. The Archaeological Museum is located in the Loggia of the New Castle.
• Sistine Chapel: commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV, it features 15th-century frescoes and is located next to the Cathedral of S. Maria Assunta, with frescoes from the Genoese and Savonese schools and a precious organ.
• Civic Art Gallery: the exhibited works illustrate the artistic journey in Savona and Liguria from the 14th to the 20th century and are combined with the Ceramics Museum.
• Brandale Tower: also called “Campanassa,” it stands in front of the oldest part of the port, like the Corsi and Guarnieri Towers. Savona's Towers, in fact, were more than fifty.
• Leon Pancaldo Tower: at the entrance to the port, it guides towards the historic center and its alleys through Via Paleocapa, one of the city's shopping streets. 
• Piazza Mameli: to be visited at 6:00 PM, when the bell dedicated to the fallen of all wars begins to ring and all around traffic and pedestrians stop in a sign of respect.
• Darsena: in addition to berths for fishing boats, it features quays for tourist pleasure crafts. Next to the Darsena is the very modern “glass district,” full of bars and restaurants.
• Teatro Sacco: it is Savona's oldest historic theater, the first built in the city.
  Beaches: the many Blue Flags assigned to Savona's sea confirm the city's seaside vocation.

What to eat and where to stay in Savona?

In addition to typical Ligurian flavors like pesto, borage ravioli, and vegetable minestrone, Savona presents some typical specialties: panissa, made with chickpea flour and served sliced in a sandwich, farinata (white or chickpea), and stockfish burridda. The province boasts a Slow Food presidium, the chinotto.

To stay in Savona, visit it, and taste the specialties, our hotel in Savona is the ideal solution, thanks to its location near both the center and the beaches. Trust the advice of our staff to discover what to visit in the city and the best places in the area to taste local culinary delights.