Mantua

Palazzo Ducale Mantova - by Local Guide Tiziana Portioli

5.0(66 reviews)
1h 30minFree cancellation

Description

Gonzaga's Residences tour. Mantua owes its beautiful Renaissance monuments to the Gonzaga Lords, who ruled the Mantuan Duchy for almost four centuries, and during their reign they made the city into a Court of grand splendor. The Gonzaga loved both luxury and power, and they lived in somptuous residences such as the huge Palazzo Ducale, their royal residence and the amazing Palazzo Te, intended as place of leisure and pleasure. The Ducal Palace with the gorgeous “Bridal Chamber” by Mantegna and the Te Palace by Giulio Romano’s genius, are some magnificent residences built by the Gonzagas, and an absolute must-see.

Highlights

  • Short term availability
  • Private and Luxury
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Additional fees
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
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What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese, Italiano, Francese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Private tour
  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Basic Palazzo Ducale (Corte Vecchia+Corte Nuova)
  • Palazzo Ducale All inclusive Ticket (comprende Camera degli Sposi, Corte Vecchia, Corte Nuova e Museo Archeologico)

Itinerary

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    The Ducal Palace was the official and most significant resid

    The Ducal Palace was the official and most significant residence of the Gonzaga Lords during their long rule. The guided tour of the present National Museum of Palazzo Ducale offers the visit of magnificent rooms, complex structures connected by corridors and galleries, squares, courtyards and several gardens. With more than 500 rooms it’s among the most extensive aristocratic palaces in Europe. It houses masterpieces of the 15th and 16th centuries such as Mantegna’s Bridal Chamber in the Castel of San Giorgio, the Hall of King Arthur’s Knights by Pisanello, the Isabella d’Este Apartment with its precious cabinetry works in the Old Court, Raphael’s complete cycle of woven Flemish tapestries, the Hall of Rivers close to a rare hanging garden, and the amazing Hall of Mirrors.

    1hAdmission not included

Meeting point

Meeting Point at Palazzo Ducale Ticket Office (Arcades)

Useful information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Tickets for Palazzo Ducale: https://bit.ly/tickets-ducale-mn
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Viaggiatore0-120 anni
    180

Review distribution

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Available options

  • Complete Tour

    Con Camera degli Sposi: Includes two itineraries: 1. Corte Nuova and Corte Vecchia 2. Additional visit to Camera degli Sposi (requires reservation) Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes

  • Basic Tour

    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Basic Tour: Includes Corte Nuova and Corte Vecchia

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