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Half-day Guided tour of Mantua City Centre and Ducal Palace

4.9(8)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Alliet’ARTI Tours - Manuela Roversi
The Gonzaga Family painted by Mantegna in Mantua

About this activity

Discover Mantua, Unesco World Heritage Site since 2008 and 2016 Italian capital of culture. Join this engaging 3-hours tour and explore Mantua city centre and the Ducal Palace, one of Italy's greatest treasures, with a professional private local guide. Mantua surprises its visitors by her exceptional character: Small but spectacular, from every corner the city of Mantua offers an encounter with history and beauty. Visit Mantua, where artistic wonders, great food and sheer beauty conspire to make life sweeter.

What's included

  • ✓Private tour
  • ✓Professional guide

Not included

  • ✕Entrance ticket for Ducal Palace + castle € 18,00/ea.
  • ✕ducal palace ticket + San Giorgio castle
  • ✕Palazzo Ducale di Mantova

Meeting and pickup

  • Address: at Rigoletto's House (Casa di Rigoletto) entrance

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • VERY IMPORTANT: Ducal palace ticket price is not included in the tour price. Due to quota entry ticket booking is higly recommended. In high tourist season you really risk not to enter the castle. When you book the tour pls send an email to the guide, she will provide you all infos about the ticket booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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