National Day of Historic Residences 2026 in Genoa and La Spezia

Date: Sunday, 24 May 2026

ADSI Liguria takes part in the 16th edition of the National Day of Historic Residences by opening private historic homes and monumental complexes across Genoa and the province of La Spezia. The initiative offers guided tours of noble floors, gardens and courtyards, with free access or ticketed visits and, in some cases, mandatory booking.

2026 theme: "Guardians of the future. A living heritage for shared value" — emphasizing collective responsibility for conserving historic assets.

Open residences in Genoa province

• Villa Durazzo - La Esedra di Santo Stefano, Genoa
• Palazzo Orsini, Via Roma, Genoa
• Palazzo Negrone - De Ferrari (formerly Fieschi), Genoa
• Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana — free entry
• The Courtyard of Palazzo Croce — free entry
• Abbazia della Cervara, Santa Margherita Ligure (under restoration)
• Palazzo Montanaro, Genoa
• Palazzo Lomellino, Genoa
• Palazzo Spinola, Genoa
• Villa Durazzo, Santa Margherita Ligure (museum and gardens)
• Palazzo Pitto, Genoa

Open residences in La Spezia province

• Villa Pratola, Santo Stefano di Magra
• Villa La Contessa, Isola (original interiors and furnishings)
• Villa Da Passano, La Spezia (protected property with historic park)

How to participate

Access rules vary: some venues allow free entry, others require reservation or an admission fee. Check schedules, participant limits and booking procedures on ADSI Liguria's official channels or contact each residence directly.

Practical tips:

• Arrive early to avoid queues and to secure a spot on guided tours.
• Carry an identity document if requested for entry.
• Respect the conservation rules inside historic interiors (do not touch furnishings or frescoes, follow marked routes).
• Wear suitable clothing and footwear for gardens and courtyards.

Why attend

The event offers a rare chance to visit sites usually closed to the public, learn about family histories and restoration projects, and support the preservation of private heritage that enriches the Ligurian landscape.

Location example: Palazzo Orsini, Via Roma 8/4, 16121 Genoa (GE).