Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello

A church in the town center of Genoa. It’s not so special but the details are interesting. When I visited there, there were many local people were praying. It’s a quiet place. Parking nearby is extremely difficult and the church itself in standing on a slope so it’s difficult to arrive for old people.

Beautiful church with lots of history, the lovely lady gave us a tour describing the interesting events that included the church and the city of Genoa. Plus free if you just want a quick pass by.

The Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello is a beautiful church. The building is in Roman style and with modestly decorated architectural features, including fabulous faience work on the walls. The church has some wonderful medieval fresco’s and paintings, an impressive marble altar and a beautiful altar with the Annunciation of Mary. You can visit most parts freely and there are volunteers to answer your questions.

This this church is tucked away and hidden amongst residential buildings just up from the old port. It has a very unassuming outside. However once you step inside you will be blown away by the architecture and the numerous paintings. Every alcove has numerous paintings sculptures from famous painters and sculptors. It has one of the workers of the church inside the building that is happy to tell you a little of the history. Well worth a trip to see.

This hidden Romanesque church complex is well worth a visit, especially for the guided tour offered by volunteers, which you will probably receive PRIVATELY due to the small number of visitors. It was formerly administered by the Dominicans. There are cloisters and numerous pieces of intact medieval art, including a beautiful Annunciation fresco from 1451, which the Grimaldi family had a key role in sponsoring.

Beautiful architecture and history. Especially as a tourist. I asked if she could show me around and she gave me a full tour for free. Super nice and understanding. She didn't't speak any english but it was still so fascinating, it felt like i understood everything and was treated like a normal person, rather than a tourist. 100% recommend

An amazing church which has an amazing amount of things to see. Ask the volunteers inside to show you around. It might be they don't speak English, but it's worth to see even without the explanation.

Even though the façade might make it look not interesting, it is one of the most beautiful churches of Genova. It contains several frescos from the 15th and 16th century and volunteers can tell the history of the church and guide you through other interesting parts of it, including three beautiful cloisters with marvellous decorations.