Food festivals in Genoa

Genoa Pesto World Championship

  • ★ 4.4
  • 21 March 2027Expected
  • Genoa, Italy
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser. The dates below follow a previous edition and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.

One hundred competitors from around the world pound basil, garlic, pine nuts and Ligurian oil in marble mortars under the frescoes of Palazzo Ducale, from morning heats to an afternoon final. Held every two years.

Hotels for these dates from USD 54/nightFood tours in Genoa from €54Official site

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Dates and details checked September 9, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

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Trattoria Rosmarino under 100 m · Trattoria · De Ferrari Brignole★ 4.5 Etra 100 m · Tasting menu · De Ferrari Brignole★ 4.4 Les Rouges 150 m · Cocktail bar · Centro Storico★ 4.5 Scurreria Beer and Bagel 150 m · Cocktail bar · Centro Storico★ 3.9 Bar Gilda 250 m · Cafe · Centro Storico★ 4.1 Ladidà 300 m · Italian · Centro Storico★ 3.7

Eat your way around Genoa while you are in town

Genoa Pesto World Championship runs in March; the dates are not announced yet. These are the food tours and tastings in Genoa to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Hotels in Genoa around 21 March 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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