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Suggested Spots and Activities – IMRF 2026 Genoa

We are planning some activities, stay tuned!

Meanwhile, to help you make the most of your time in Genoa during the IMRF 2026, here we listed some optional suggestions for social and cultural activities. These are not organized by the conference but are great opportunities to explore the city and its surroundings with fellow attendees. 

Aperitivo and Dinners

Suggestions are on the way!

Explore Genoa

Take a self-guided or guided walking tour through Genoa's medieval old town, one of the largest in Europe. Enjoy a scenic walk along Corso Italia to Boccadasse, a picturesque seaside village. Perfect for sunset views and gelato by the water. Highlights include:

• Via Garibaldi and the Palazzi dei Rolli
• Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
• Piazza De Ferrari
• Spianata Castelletto
• Boccadasse 

Genoa Historic Center

Boccadasse

Excursion Ideas (Post-Conference or Free Time)

Camogli & San Fruttuoso di Camogli

Take a day trip to the charming fishing village of Camogli, then hop on a boat to the hidden bay of San Fruttuoso, home to a medieval abbey and the underwater statue of Christ of the Abyss. Accessible by train or boat from Genoa.

Camogli 

Portofino & Sanfruttuoso di Camogli

Tour of the Ligurian Coast

From Porto Antico, you can join a public boat tour to admire Genova’s coastline, or even head by train towards Portofino or Cinque Terre.

Cinque Terre