Palazzo Carrega-Cataldi (Carrega-Cataldi Palace), Genoa
The Carrega-Cataldi Palace, once known as the Tobia Pallavicino Palace, is a refined example of Mannerist architecture. Constructed between 1558 and 1561 for the affluent merchant Tobia Pallavicino, it was designed by Giovanni Battista Castello. The fa莽ade reflects Renaissance elegance, featuring rusticated stonework at street level, Ionic pilasters on the upper floor, and a balanced three-bay composition.
In the early 18th century, the palace passed into the Carrega family鈥檚 hands. They added a full extra story, two new wings, and internal courtyard expansions, transforming it into a Baroque masterpiece with elaborately frescoed interiors. Notably, the "Golden Gallery" was painted between 1740 and 1744 by Lorenzo De Ferrari in a lavish Rococo style.
Since 1922, the building has served as the headquarters of Genoa鈥檚 Chamber of Commerce. Though its function is primarily institutional, guided tours and open-house events during the Rolli Days occasionally allow visitors inside. These reveal grand reception rooms: marble staircases, frescoed halls, and the famed Golden Gallery鈥攁 vivid illustration of Genoese civic power and artistic flair.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006, the Carrega-Cataldi Palace stands as one of the 42 Rolli Palaces included under 鈥淕enoa: The Strade Nuove and the System of the Palazzi dei Rolli鈥�.
In the early 18th century, the palace passed into the Carrega family鈥檚 hands. They added a full extra story, two new wings, and internal courtyard expansions, transforming it into a Baroque masterpiece with elaborately frescoed interiors. Notably, the "Golden Gallery" was painted between 1740 and 1744 by Lorenzo De Ferrari in a lavish Rococo style.
Since 1922, the building has served as the headquarters of Genoa鈥檚 Chamber of Commerce. Though its function is primarily institutional, guided tours and open-house events during the Rolli Days occasionally allow visitors inside. These reveal grand reception rooms: marble staircases, frescoed halls, and the famed Golden Gallery鈥攁 vivid illustration of Genoese civic power and artistic flair.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006, the Carrega-Cataldi Palace stands as one of the 42 Rolli Palaces included under 鈥淕enoa: The Strade Nuove and the System of the Palazzi dei Rolli鈥�.
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Sight Name: Palazzo Carrega-Cataldi (Carrega-Cataldi Palace)
Sight Location: Genoa, Italy (See walking tours in Genoa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Genoa, Italy (See walking tours in Genoa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Genoa, Italy
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Petrarch, an Italian poet of the early Renaissance known as the "father of humanism," called Genoa "La Superba" (The Proud One). Genoa is deservedly proud of her maritime glory and unique architecture.
From the 11th century until the late 18th century, the city became a leading economic and military power in Europe. It was one of the wealthiest cities in the world through... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
From the 11th century until the late 18th century, the city became a leading economic and military power in Europe. It was one of the wealthiest cities in the world through... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Rolli Palaces Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles