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The 7 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Mantua, Lombardy
Mantua (Italian: Mantova [ˈmantova] ( listen); Emilian and Latin: Mantua) is a city and comune in Lombardy, Italy, and capital of the province of the same name.
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1. Mantova Centro Storico - Tour a piedi con Guida Privata
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4.9 based on 14 reviews
Mantua, 'the City on Water of the Gonzagas'. This tour's highlights: Piazza Sordello with Duomo, Bishop’s Palace, Palazzo Ducale with its courtyards and gardens, Piazza Broletto and Piazza Erbe with Palazzo Comunale and Palazzo della Ragione, Clock Tower, Rotonda of S. Lorenzo and Basilica of S. Andrea, Via Orefici with the Canal “Rio”. On request visit to the Academy Theatre (Teatro Bibiena) entrance ticket €. 2,00
Inclusions: Guided Tour Service Only, Professional guide, Private tour
Exclusions: In Mantua city centre: no tickets are required with exception of the Theatre Bibiena where a ticket costs € 2,00/each., Entrance ticket for the Ducal palace € 12,00/each. People under 18 can enter free., From March to June and from September to October reservations are necessary., Reservation fee costs € 1,50/each., In Palazzo Te: Entrance ticket for the Te Palace costs € 12,00/each. People over 65 it costs € 9,00/each Palazzo Te is at the other side of the city centre you can reach it on foot, by bus or taxi. A taxi ride costs about € 10,00 - 15,00/each, a bus ticket about € 1,50/each
Reviewed By sammills2
We were lucky enough to spend a whole day with Tiziana..kind, knowledgable and passionate about art and beautiful Italy. Mantova is a hidden gem...off the beaten track which is a surprise because it has spectacular art work and food. With two teenage boys in tow Tiziana navigated us through hundreds of years of history and art. To be honest the day was the highlight of our trip to Italy...we would not gave enjoyed it anywhere near as much if we had not had Tiziana to contextualize the history and the art. She also is a guide for a number of other cities....Bologna is just one...wish we had had her there too!
2. Mantua St. Georges Castle and Ducal Palace Private Walking Tour
Explore two of Mantua’s highlights on a privately guided tour of St. George’s Castle and the Ducal Palace. Meet your personal guide and tour St George’s, built by the Gonzaga family in 1406. Admire the towers and interiors, including the ‘Bridal Chamber,’ with its frescoes by Andrea Mantegna. Then, visit the Ducal Palace, the Gonzagas’ royal residence, to take in its history and fresco-painted rooms. Please remember that St. George’s Castle admission at your own expense.
Inclusions: Local guide
Exclusions: Entrance tickets to St. George's Castle a Ducal Palace (12 EUR), Food and drinks
Reviewed By MarcoLauraViaggio
Spending the day with Annarita was absolutely incredible. Her knowledge of and passion for this magnificent part of history is unmatched. We were having such a great time connecting with her that our time went by so quickly. We’ll be requesting her for future tours in the area, for sure. We’ll also be returning to the palace now that we have a better understanding of its history. Treat yourself to this very special experience!
3. Mantua private walking tour with a local guide
Join this guided tour of downtown Mantua, a very fascinating and yet little-known town in the Lombardy region enlisted by UNESCO among the Worldâs Heritage. Admire its particular monuments and the typical "piazze" and enjoy its Renaissance atmosphere!
Inclusions: Live local guide
Exclusions: All extras not explicitly mentioned
4. Private Tour Lazing Between the Giants
Journey to discover the "Villa degli Ozi", wanted by Federico II as a place of relaxation, quiet, fun and ... much more!
Inclusions: Private Tour, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Private transportation, Palazzo Te's Booking
5. CSTRents - Mantova Segway PT Authorized Tour
• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Mantova. From piazza Marconi to piazza Mantegna that, together with the adjacent piazza Erbe, forms the city centre where stands the Saint Andrew’s Basilica, celebrated work of the Renaissance art. We get to the picturesque piazza Erbe with its medieval buildings; the Reason’s Palace and Saint Laurence’s Rotunda being the most outstanding ones. We arrive in piazza Sordello to admire the Ducal Palace or Gonzaga Royal Palace and moreover the Cathedral and Bonacolsi Palace, and then we continue towards the lakes. Our back course gets onto piazza Castello and provides even more surprises before heading back, along comfortable and safe paths, to the arrival at the Tea Palace. • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience
Inclusions: 30-minute orientation session, Use of helmet (optional), Guide, Ponchos (in case of rain), Segway tour
Exclusions: Biglietti d'ingresso, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Gratuities
6. Day Trip from Milan: Mantua and its highlights - private tour
From the Middle, Lower and Upper Lakes that the Mincio River creates near Mantua, just follow the call of the Domes of the Doge's Palace to enter the city: a world out of time. It was designed by the Gonzaga family, together with the greatest artists of the time. Palazzo Te, just outside the door, is the leisure villa designed by the great architect Giulio Romano. Unmissable the complex of Palazzo Ducale with marvellous frescoes which celebrated the dinasty of Ludovico II. Spend about 3 hours with your private guide wandering through the best corners of the city! A stop for lunch is included during the day. ( at your own expense )
Inclusions: Admission tickets to Palazzo Ducale, English speaking guide ( 3 hours in Mantua ), Transportation at disposal by deluxe vehicle and English speaking driver from/to Milan
Exclusions: Admission entrance not listed, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Sherpa19516
Murano Glass. Works or art. La fornosotta showroom in Venice offers Gabriele Urban’s work in a petit shop in a cute plaza. You can find beautiful vases, glasses, christmas balls deciration, lamps, bowls, etc. The address is Sestier Santa Croce 982
7. Mantua: 2-hour guided walking experience
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.
Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide , Headphones from 10 participants , Small group tour
Exclusions: Gratuities (optional) , Food and drinks , Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off , Extras, Entrance tickets
Reviewed By andreamariana92
We had the pleasure of meeting Paolo who walked us through the history of the castle and the wine-making process. We got to taste wine at the different stages. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the factors that affect each element of the wine and explained things in a very clear manner. The tasting was outstanding, showcasing the differences between the grapes grown just a few meters away from each other. We loved the experience and would highly recommend it as a couple’s activity or with friends.
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