Rolli Days of Autumn
Edition 2026 Heritage History Folk traditions

Rolli Days of Autumn

The autumn edition of the noble palaces UNESCO opening

Genova — Genova (210) Since 2009
Dates 16 Oct — 18 Oct 2026
Location Genova (210)
Prices Free
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About Rolli Days Autumn

With the arrival of autumn, Genoa re-proposes its most beloved appointment with heritage: the Rolli Days of Autumn. For a weekend, the Palazzi dei Rolli, noble residences of the Strade Nuove included in the UNESCO World Heritage, open their frescoed halls, monumental staircases, and secret gardens for free. Accompanied by young science communicators, you can discover the aristocratic Genoa of the 16th and 17th centuries in a different light, that of the more intimate and collected autumn season. A second, unmissable weekend dedicated to art and beauty.

The autumn return of the Rolli Days

After the spring edition, the Rolli Days return in autumn for a second weekend dedicated to the opening of the Palazzi dei Rolli in Genoa. These are the sumptuous noble residences of the Strade Nuove, built between the 16th and 17th centuries and inscribed in the "rolli", the official lists of the Republic that established which palaces would host state guests. Since 2006, this urban system has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A heritage to experience

As in the spring version, the autumn edition transforms the historic center into a large open-air museum: dozens of palaces, villas, and cultural sites become freely visitable, many of which are usually closed to the public. Young science communicators guide visitors, recounting the architecture, art history, and daily life of the great Genoese families.

In the sign of the UNESCO 20th Anniversary

The autumn 2026 edition is part of the celebrations for the twentieth anniversary of the UNESCO recognition, an event that runs throughout the city's cultural calendar. It is an opportunity to rediscover lesser-known corners of the Rolli system and to experience Liguria in a less crowded but equally rich season of initiatives.

Art, music, and families

Alongside the visits, the program usually includes concerts, performances, and Rolli Kids activities dedicated to children. An experience designed for everyone, which confirms Genoa's commitment to enhancing and sharing its extraordinary architectural heritage.

Rolli Days Autumn — edition 2026

The autumn 2026 edition of the Rolli Days is scheduled from October 16th to 18th, a new weekend dedicated to art and beauty as part of the UNESCO 20th anniversary of the Palazzi dei Rolli. As tradition dictates, dozens of palaces, villas, and cultural sites in Genoa's historic center will open their doors for free, accompanied by young science communicators.

The autumn 2026 edition of the Rolli Days is scheduled from October 16th to 18th, confirming the biannual event with the Palazzi dei Rolli in Genoa. This is a new weekend dedicated to art and beauty, part of the celebrations for the twentieth anniversary of the UNESCO recognition.

The detailed program of open palaces, side events, and booking procedures will be published by the Municipality of Genoa in the weeks preceding the event. The established format includes guided tours by young science communicators, activities for families, and cultural initiatives spread throughout the historic center.

Programme Rolli Days Autumn 2026

The detailed program for Rolli Days of Autumn 2026 (list of open palaces, times, side events, and reservations) will be announced by the Municipality of Genoa in the weeks preceding the event. The established format includes:

  • Free opening of dozens of palaces and villas of the Rolli system
  • Tours accompanied by young science communicators
  • Rolli Kids activities for children and families
  • Concerts, performances, and side events in the historic center

Highlights Rolli Days Autumn 2026

The second annual weekend of opening of the Palazzi dei Rolli, in the year of the celebrations for the twentieth anniversary of the UNESCO recognition.

Prices Rolli Days Autumn 2026

Free admission. Many palaces require online booking, which opens in the days preceding the event.

Practical information — Rolli Days Autumn

How to get there

The palaces are concentrated along Via Garibaldi and in the historic center, reachable on foot and by metro (Darsena and San Giorgio stops) and AMT buses.

Reservations

Admission is free; many palaces require online booking, which opens in the days preceding the event.

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Where does it take place — Rolli Days Autumn

Palazzi dei Rolli, centro storico

Via Garibaldi, 16124 Genova

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