Palazzi dei Rolli - Unesco Heritage

Palazzi dei Rolli - Unesco World Heritage Site

In 2006, UNESCO recognized the splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces of the aristocracy of Genoa as a World Heritage Site, with the official name "Le Strade Nuove e il sistema dei Palazzi del Rolli” ("The New Roads and the System of the Palazzi del Rolli").

The UNESCO site includes 42 palaces, among the more than 100 ones still existing throughout the historic center of the city. In many cases, the palaces are privately owned, the headquarters of companies and offices, or still inhabited by noble families. But many Palazzi dei Rolli can be visited all year round.

We can admire the palaces that have been turned into museums at any time: the three palaces that make up the Museums of Strada Nuova, the National Gallery of Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, the Museum of Palazzo Reale; others are the headquarters of bodies and institutions, which allow you to visit them at least partially; some buildings, of private property, host exhibitions and cultural events. In addition, walking through the historic center you can often admire the ornate atriums and courtyards of many palaces.

Check the forms below to find out the opening hours and ways to visit the Palazzi dei Rolli, which are always open, and check the map to find your way around the historic center!

The Rolli Days

The most awaited event: a weekend in which dozens of buildings, both public and private, open to the public, and their stories are told by Science Popularizers. And then shows, music, side events.

Find out more about the next edition of Rolli Days at this link: https://landing.visitgenoa.it/rollidays-online/

Guided tours

Let yourself be amazed by the charm of the Palazzi dei Rolli and discover some of the sumptuous residences thanks to the guided tour "The splendid Genoese residences of the '500"! Every Saturday, licensed tour guides lead you through the historic center, in search of the most beautiful palaces.

To book your visit go to the store: https://www.visitgenoa.it/en/product/6

The Rolli Experience

Experience a weekend as a guest of the Republic of Genoa: overnight stay in structures inside the Palazzi dei Rolli, thematic guided tours of the historic center, visits curated by science popularizers, tastings and musical entertainment.

Check the next dates: https://www.visitgenoa.it/en/rolli-experience-01

What are the Palazzi dei Rolli?

If you want to discover the history of the Palazzi dei Rolli and the particular public hospitality system of the Republic of Genoa, watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nyb47n113w0

Learn more:

If you want to learn more about these real jewels of art and architecture, you can check the official website Rolli e Strade Nuove: https://www.rolliestradenuove.it/en/