Travel Guide to Island Barges

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from any location in the Italian Riviera and navigate towards Genoa. Use the A10 motorway heading north towards Genoa. Once you reach Genoa, follow signs for the city center and then take the Via al Mare Fabrizio de André exit. Make sure to find parking nearby, as parking in the center can be limited. The estimated driving time from popular towns like Portofino or Cinque Terre is approximately 1-2 hours depending on traffic.

• Train

  If you prefer public transportation, take a train to Genoa from your nearest train station. Trenitalia operates frequent services from various towns along the Italian Riviera. Once you arrive at Genoa's main train station, Genova Piazza Principe, exit the station and take bus number 20 towards 'Foce' or 'Corso Italia'. Get off at the stop named 'Foce' and then walk approximately 10 minutes towards Via al Mare Fabrizio de André. The total journey may take around 1-2 hours depending on your starting point and train schedules.

• Bus

  Alternatively, you can take a regional bus service from towns like Santa Margherita Ligure or Rapallo to Genoa. Check the local bus schedules for exact routes and times. Upon arriving in Genoa, you can either walk to your destination if you're close or take a local bus or tram to reach Via al Mare Fabrizio de André. The bus fare typically costs between €1.50 to €3 depending on the distance.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more comfortable option, consider taking a taxi or using a rideshare app from your location directly to Via al Mare Fabrizio de André, Genoa. This is especially convenient if you're traveling with luggage or in a group. Expect to pay more for this service, typically around €30-€50 from central locations within the Italian Riviera to the destination.