Biosphere: Fast Track Ticket
About this experience
Sure, it like half a giant clear golf ball sitting on Genoa's Old Port, but this amazing 'Glass Bubble' has over 150 different species of tropical plants, trees, and flowers packed inside! is bursting with tropical beauty, just behind the Genoa Aquarium!Designed by superstar Italian architect Renzo Piano, The Biosphere is a stunning spherical glass and steel structure. Get inside and learn about sensitive ecosystems and environmental research. It's not big, but it's packed full of blooming beauties in all shapes and sizes, from giant ferns to rubber trees, coffee plants, banana plants, and cinnamon - all plants used by people around the world. There are even singing birds, reptiles, and butterflies, giving this biosphere a real rainforest feel. It's a must-see for the green-thumbed, and anyone who values biodiversity.
What to expect
<div>Unveiling a tropical paradise awaits at La Biosfera in Genoa's Old Port! This captivating structure, resembling a half-submerged glass sphere, is a brainchild of renowned architect Renzo Piano. Step inside and be greeted by a vibrant world teeming with over 150 species of plants. Towering ferns, rubber trees, coffee plants, banana plants – the diversity is astounding!</div><div><span style="background-color: transparent;">Listen to the melodic chirping of birds and watch colorful butterflies flit among the flowers. La Biosfera even features reptiles, further enhancing the realistic rainforest atmosphere. Though compact, this botanical wonderland offers a focused and immersive experience. Immerse yourself in the lush greenery, appreciate the delicate balance of the ecosystem, and leave with a newfound appreciation for nature's beauty and biodiversity. La Biosfera is a must-see for anyone with a green thumb or a passion for the environment!</span><br></div>
Highlights
- Visit an architectural triumph in Genoa's Old Port, designed by architect Renzo Piano
- See over 150 species of plants and flowers including coffee and banana plants, rubber plants, and cinnamon
- Learn about man's relationship with plants and see an indoor rainforest with birds, reptiles, and butterflies!
Things to note
- Food and Drinks: Consumption of food and drinks is not permitted inside La Biosfera.
- Accessibility: La Biosfera is generally accessible for most visitors. Elevators are not available as the structure consists of a single level.
- Photography: Taking photos for personal use is allowed inside La Biosfera. However, flash photography is restricted to protect the plants.
- Wheelchair accessible
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Reduced Ticket
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
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The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
Child
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
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per person
About this ticket
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
Adult
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
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The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio
The Biosphere is located on Ponte degli Spinola, in the Old Port area of Genoa Metro: Any metro to San Giorgio