So, I finally made it to the Genoa football stadium, Stadio Luigi Ferraris, folks call it Marassi. It’s been on my list for a while, being such an iconic place in Italian football history. Wasn’t for a specific huge match, just wanted to soak in the atmosphere during a regular Serie A game.
Planning the Trip
First things first, figuring out the tickets. I looked online, seemed like the most straightforward way. Found a couple of options, ended up using one of the official sellers, think it was Listicket they mentioned? Yeah, that sounds right. Process was okay, not too complicated. Made sure to print the ticket at home like they suggested, always feels safer having a physical copy, you know?
Then, thinking about getting there. I was staying not super close, so checked the map. Looked like buses were the way to go, or maybe a bit of a walk after the metro. Decided I’d wing it a bit on the day, see how the transport looked.
Game Day: Getting There and In
On the day, decided to take a bus that dropped me relatively nearby. You could feel the energy change as we got closer. More people wearing the Genoa colours, red and blue everywhere. It’s quite a walk from the main road, winding through some neighborhood streets. The stadium just kind of appears, tucked in between buildings. It looks old, proper old school, which I actually quite like.
Getting in was… an experience. Lots of people, obviously. Security checks took a bit, standard stuff. Finding the right gate and then the actual block for my seat required some asking around. The signage isn’t the most modern, let’s say. But hey, got there in the end.
Inside the Stadium
My seat was up in the ‘Distinti’ section, I think. Kind of higher up. Now, sometimes people think closer is better, right? But honestly, from up there? The view was fantastic. You could see the whole pitch, how the game unfolded, the tactics. Much better than being low down and only seeing one end properly.
The stands are steep, really close to the pitch compared to some modern bowls. Makes it feel intense. Even though it wasn’t a sell-out, the noise from the hardcore fans in the Gradinata Nord was something else. Constant singing and chanting. It really makes the place come alive.
- The structure feels very English in style, rectangular, close to the action.
- Sound echoes like crazy, makes the crowd noise louder.
- Could grab a coffee and a snack inside, usual stadium stuff, nothing fancy but did the job.
Final Thoughts
It was a really cool experience. Not flashy, not brand new, but full of character. You feel the history there. Definitely worth a visit if you’re into football and happen to be in Genoa. Just be prepared for a bit of a walk, maybe some queues, and try get seats a bit higher up – seriously, the view is better. Glad I ticked it off the list.
