Discover Mantua’s secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore historic sites, hidden gems, and cultural landmarks in this UNESCO World Heritage city.
Discover Mantua’s secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore historic sites, hidden gems, and cultural landmarks in this UNESCO World Heritage city.
- Palazzo Ducale di Mantova - The tour begins at Palazzo Ducale, also known as the Gonzaga palace. This is one of the city’s most significant historic buildings. Our guide will provide an in-depth explanation of the rich history of this remarkable site.
- Castello San Giorgio (Mantua) - A key landmark in Mantua, the Castle of San Giorgio was…
- Palazzo Ducale di Mantova - The tour begins at Palazzo Ducale, also known as the Gonzaga palace. This is one of the city’s most significant historic buildings. Our guide will provide an in-depth explanation of the rich history of this remarkable site.
- Castello San Giorgio (Mantua) - A key landmark in Mantua, the Castle of San Giorgio was constructed in 1395 by the Gonzaga family shortly after they took control of the city. It was built both for defense and to demonstrate their economic and political power.
- Piazza delle Erbe - Historically a marketplace for fruits and vegetables (the “herbs”), Piazza delle Erbe in Mantua has always been one of the city’s oldest and most frequented squares. Today, it is home to significant historical sites such as the Clock Tower.
- Basilica di Sant’Andrea di Mantova - The Basilica of Sant’Andrea is the largest church in Mantua. Designed by the renowned architect Leon Battista Alberti, it stands as a symbol of Renaissance architecture in the city. The basilica was completed many years after Alberti’s death, with some deviations from his original plans. It holds the status of a minor basilica.
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Small group tour
- Headphones from 10 participants
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Small group tour
- Headphones from 10 participants
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Extras
- Entrance tickets
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Extras
- Entrance tickets
Being in Mantua means to be in a world apart. This city, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008, was designed by the famous noble family of Gonzaga together with some of the greatest artists at that time. In fact, history and culture play a very important role in everyday life in Mantua.
Take part in this 2-hour walking tour and explore the historical…
Being in Mantua means to be in a world apart. This city, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008, was designed by the famous noble family of Gonzaga together with some of the greatest artists at that time. In fact, history and culture play a very important role in everyday life in Mantua.
Take part in this 2-hour walking tour and explore the historical centre of the city. Your tour starts from the courtyards of Palazzo Ducale and you will pass through St. Giorgio Castle as well as Casa del Rigoletto. Then, you will stroll throughout the ancient and small streets and admire the most important and symbolic places of this city, such as Piazza Erbe with its Clock Tower. The walking tour will end in front of Basilica of Sant’Andrea made by Leon Battista Alberti.
Join this tour and you will find out not only the most important places but also unknown spots full of intrigues and secrets.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
