Mantua City Centre Walking Tour: Discover the Confluence of Food, Art, Nature in the Heart of Italy
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Mantova
Immerse yourself in the heart of Italy on a guided walking tour of Mantua. Explore the confluence of food, art, and nature in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the incredible legacy of the Gonzaga family.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Piazza Sordello - Mantua is a little breathtaking gem; little known or barely remembered before, loved afterwards. The beauty of Mantua, however, is not only in its magnificent buildings but also in the beautiful squares and the charming alleys, lined with arcades and pretty houses. Mantua is small but spectacular and surrounded by beautiful natural environment where art, nature, cultural heritage, great food and overall good living aim for making life sweeter.
The city centre tour starts in Sordello Square. Sordello Square is a huge square surronded by some of the most important monuments of the city like the Ducal Palace, the Cathedral and the Bishop’s seat. From Sordello Square we can access some squares and gardens beloging to the Ducal Palace like Piazza Castello, Piazza Santa Barbara, Piazza Paccagnini and Piazza Pallone
What's Included
- Professional guide
- private tour
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Embark on a guided stroll through Mantua, accompanied by a friendly, English-speaking local guide. Mantua, with its gastronomic delights, masterful art, lush nature and hospitable culture, ranks among Italy’s top cities to explore. Unearth the remarkable legacy left behind by the Gonzaga family, visit the locations where Shakespeare’s Romeo was exiled and Verdi’s Rigoletto was established, and witness the birthplace of Opera. Marvel at an exceptional UNESCO World Heritage Site and understand why Torquato Tasso, the esteemed Italian Renaissance author, proclaimed, “…Mantua is a splendid city, worth travelling a thousand miles to see it…”
- Price is for 1 to 10 travelers
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed
Location
Piazza Sordello, 24
Piazza Sordello
Rigoletto's house at Piazza Sordello 23. The house is located at the corner of the square at the end of a row of houses behind the Duomo of Saint Peter.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Stefano
May 20, 2016
Wonderful little city out of the... - <p>Wonderful little city out of the normal routes, really exciting! Guide was competent and friendly, we will come back for sure!</p>
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