Cioccolateria Romeo Viganotti

Genoa

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Cioccolateria Romeo Viganotti

Tucked away in a small dead-end alley is this Genoa hidden gem, Romeo Viganotti. This chocolate factory was founded back in 1866 and remains an ancient treasure to this day. They continue to use the same recipe, ingredients, machinery, and processes that they did all those years ago, making it feel as though time has stood still within these charming walls. A visit to Romeo Viganotti is a must for anyone with a sweet tooth. They have a wonderful selection of sweets, candies, confetti, pralines, and gelato that are sure to delight your taste buds.

Shopping

Genoa offers a diverse range of shopping options, catering to different budgets and preferences. The heart of the city, Via XX Settembre, boasts a long, wide boulevard with high-quality chain stores, designer boutiques, and some excellent shoe shops. For designer fashion, Via Roma is an excellent bet, while Galleria Giuseppe Mazzini, an elegant 19th-century walkway parallel to it, has small fashion and accessory stores, as well as cafés. If you're looking for affordable shopping, head to Maddalena, a maze of narrow streets in Genoa's historic centre. Here, one can find numerous small shops selling clothing, jewellery, shoes, and accessories, as well as food stores and bakeries. For contemporary high-street Italian fashion, check out Via San Luca. However, if you're in search of designer outlet stores and bargain deals, head straight to Via Caffa.