About the Port
Savona sits along the Ligurian coast west of Genoa, a working port city with centuries of maritime history behind its modern cruise terminal. The old town, arranged around narrow lanes and open piazzas, lies within easy walking distance of the pier and centers on the Fortezza del Priamar, a fortress built in the 16th century on the site of the city's original settlement. Savona has long been known for its ceramics tradition, and small workshops around town still reflect that craft heritage.
Beyond the historic core, the city serves as a practical starting point for exploring the wider Italian Riviera, with Genoa's museums, aquarium, and medieval streets within easy reach by train. Travelers with more time can also head into the Ligurian hinterland, where hill towns and coastal villages offer a quieter counterpoint to Savona's port energy.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Savona.
Climb the Fortezza del Priamar
Wander the ramparts and courtyards of this 16th-century fortress built over Savona's earliest settlement, just a short walk from the pier and worth an hour for the views and history.
Browse a Ceramics Workshop
Savona's pottery tradition stretches back centuries; step into one of the small studios in the old town to watch artisans at work and pick up a hand-painted piece.
Day Trip to Genoa
Hop a short train ride to Genoa for its aquarium, museums, and tangle of medieval streets—an easy way to expand the visit beyond Savona's own historic core.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Savona
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | HX | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 16 | $11,192 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Allura | 7 | $2,730 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Allura | 17 | $10,249 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Allura | 32 | $15,449 | |
| Oct 17, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Splendor | 14 | $9,699 | |
| Oct 17, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Splendor | 21 | $15,999 | |
| Sep 21, 2028 | Regent | Seven Seas Voyager | 15 | $10,699 | |
| Sep 29, 2028 | Regent | Seven Seas Voyager | 7 | $5,299 | |
| Nov 6, 2028 | Oceania | Oceania Allura | 9 | $3,599 | |
| Nov 6, 2028 | Oceania | Oceania Allura | 19 | $7,399 |