Palazzo Doria Tursi

Palazzo Doria Tursi is the grandest of Genoa’s historic palaces on Via Garibaldi. With its striking Renaissance façade and elegant courtyards, it offers a mix of grandeur and cultural depth. Inside, you’ll find 17th–18th century art, decorative objects, and the famous violin “Il Cannone” once owned by Niccolò Paganini. The palace also serves as Genoa’s city hall, blending civic life with rich history. A highlight of the Strada Nuova Museums, it’s a must-see for art and music lovers.

Old art it’s always fascinating!!! The violin of Paganini it’s there !! Beautiful museum palazzo.

We walked past in on via Garibaldi, took a photo of exterior, then walked on. Then we doubled back and went into the building and discovered the grand staircase leading up to the splendid courtyard - I fell in love with the building!!!

Right at the end of our street where our Airbnb is located was the public building. An impressive centre courtyard which is now office space. This was once a private home. Totally free to enter, so make sure you take a peak and go up to the second level.

A wonderful palace with a beautiful collection of ceramics, coins and rooms dedicated to Paganini

Besides a local municipal office and public building, the Palazzo Doria Tursi is also part of the Musei di Strada Nuova. A ticket also gives access to the adjacent Palazzo Bianco (which is the start of the museum visit). The building has a very impressive court yard. The museum holds a collection of local Italian paintings, but also foreign artists, and some sculptures, including an impressive and moving Maria Magdalena. They also have a nice collection of pottery, vases, measuring standards and coins. Three rooms are dedicated to the local and world renowned violinist Paganini, showing original violins and guitars.

Wonderful museum and palazzo

Beautiful urban palace containing some municipal offices as well as part of the Strada Nuova Museums.