Culture, art and bags of charm are what Mantua does best. Surrounded by three lakes, it's got history and architecture aplenty. You'll start the day by following your guide on a walking tour through the city of Virgil and the Gonzagas, exploring the four grand piazzas. Once you've got your bearings, the next four hours are yours to roam Mantua. Entry to the Virgilio Museum is included, as a visit here is highly recommended to learn about the poet Virgil's birthplace within a historic 13th-century palace.
Excursions & day trips
Medieval Mantua guided tour
from
£50.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Printed ticket only
Duration:
more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
- Follow your guide on a cultural tour around Mantua
- See the citiy's four grand piazzas
- Visit the Virgilio Museum to learn about the famous poet's life
What to expect
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What's included
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What to remember
- Pick-up times are a rough guide only and can vary due to reasons out of our control. With this in mind, please arrive at least 10 minutes before your allocated pick-up time, and allow for slight delays
- Bring a hat
- Bring suitable footwear
- Food and drinks not included
- Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
- Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
- Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What people say about this experience
Based on 7 reviews from verified customers
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Value for money
4/5
Staff
4.3/5
Service
4.3/5
Safety
4.3/5
Ian W
From United Kingdom - August 2024Travelled as a couple
25 - 34 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
The tour was great, but would have been better if we had known that the museum was not part of it. We sheltered from the heat in the cathedral to then ...
The Admirable Crichton
From United States of America - July 2024Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Great
Overall rated3/5
Mantua is absolutely beautiful, the Ducal Palace is somewhere you must visit, just incredible. A real bargain at 15 Euros. Unfortunately this tour iti ...
Jenny
From United Kingdom - September 2023Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
It would have been better to have the walking tour on arrival.
Liz
From United States of America - August 2023Travelled as a couple
55 - 64 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
I loved the boat trip on the lake. It was so much more interesting than I was expecting and it was a really enjoyable trip. The wildlife was lovely a ...
K Hayes
From United Kingdom - July 2023Travelled as a couple
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The tour guide was good
Graham Roberts
From United Kingdom - July 2023Travelled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Great
Overall rated3/5
Mantua has some interesting history and architecture but not enough for a stay trip.
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