Savona is a town of 60,661 inhabitants in the province of Savona, in Liguria, Italy. It is the capital of its province.
The municipality covers 65.55 km², with a density of 925 inhabitants per km².
The nearest airport is Genoa (GOA), about 31 km away as the crow flies. Read our guide to the airport.
A port with a Renaissance soul
Savona is the main city of the western Riviera, a busy port and cruise terminal with an elegant centre, birthplace of two popes and gateway to some of the best beaches in Liguria.
What to see
The Priamar Fortress, a huge sixteenth century Genoese stronghold on the sea, houses museums and summer events. The Torre del Brandale and the medieval towers stand on the old harbour, near the Leon Pancaldo tower. The Sistine Chapel of Savona, commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV, is next to the cathedral with its treasury. Via Paleocapa, with its arcades and Liberty style buildings, leads from the station to the sea.
Food
Farinata, the chickpea pancake, focaccia, pesto, chinotto, a bitter citrus from the Riviera, and the amaretti of Sassello.
Around Savona
Noli and its medieval towers, Finale Ligure for beaches, climbing and mountain biking, Albenga with its towers, Alassio and the Varigotti bay. Genoa airport is 40 minutes away.
Savona on the map
Nearby towns
Where to stay in and around Savona
Tours and activities nearby
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