If you love design & are in Genoa, don't miss the opportunity to visit the Biosphere, an icon of this Ligurian city designed by famous architect Renzo Piano.
Why visit the Biosphere?
Not sure why you should visit? The Biosfera, or Biosphere, is one of the undisputed icons of Genoa and a staple in the city's skyline.
This ticket will give you access to this monument, also known as the La Bolla, or 'the bubble,' designed by famous architect Renzo Piano. This spectacular glass sphere located in Genoa's Porto Antico houses a zoo and a tropical garden. You'll love exploring the plants and animals in this curious enclave!
Inside you'll find the recreation of a small jungle inhabited by butterflies, iguanas, and up to 150 types of tropical plants such as ferns, banana trees, and rubber trees. These species survive thanks to the modern facilities of the Biosphere, which allows heat from the sun to enter from the outside. You'll learn all kinds of interesting facts about botany!
Opening hours
The opening hours of the Genoa Biosphere are as follows:
- September: daily from 10 am to 7 pm, last access at 6:30 pm
- October: daily from 10 am to 6 pm, last access at 5:30 pm
- November to February: daily from 10 am to 5 pm, last access at 4:30 pm