An easy day-trip
by train from Verona

from euro 60/person

Come discover why Mantova was voted Capital of Italian Culture in 2016!

Start with an introduction to the city and its history in Piazza Sordello, the heart of ancient and modern local life.   Explore the old town with your expert guide, and learn about the fascinating history of Mantova and its ruling family, the Gonzagas. Under this powerful family, Mantova grew to become an important cultural and artistic center during the Renaissance.

Visit the main monuments of city as you walk through the old part of town.  You’ll see the Temple of San Lorenzo, the most ancient church in Mantova,  which dates back to the end of the 11th century.  Other important sites include the Cathedral, the Bibiena Theatre, the Palazzo della Ragione and the Church of San Sebastiano.

What’s included:

• Private guided walking tour of Mantova (in English) of 2 hours.

What’s not included:

• Transporation from the Mantova train station to the meeting point which can be reached by a short taxi ride or local bus.
• Please note that entrance fees are not included as the monuments visited may vary due to opening days/times.
• This 2 hr. tour does not include Palazzo Ducale or Palazzo del Te. If you are interested in adding one of these palaces to your tour, please see details below.

Program

10:00 am
Meet your English-speaking guide in Piazza dei Signori for a walking tour of 2 hours.

12:00 pm
Wrap up your guided tour

Tour add-on:  This tour can be upgraded to include entrance tickets to one of the Gonzaga palaces:  either Palazzo Ducale or Palazzo del Te.
In this case the guided visit lasts 3 hrs.
Please contact us for rates and details.