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Ducale Palace (Palazzo Ducale Mantova) Tours and Tickets
For centuries, Mantua’s vast Palazzo Ducale was the seat of the Gonzaga dynasty, one of the most powerful during the Renaissance. Explore dozens of the palace’s sumptuous rooms (there are 500 in all), admiring art and lavishly decorated halls such as the whimsically frescoed Camera degli Sposi.
- Piazza Sordello, 40, Mantua, 46100
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Palazzo Ducale Mantova - Private Guide led Guided Tour
Learn the legends and stories behind one of Italy’s most opulent Renaissance palaces—once home to the Gonzaga Lords— during this private walking tour. Choose between two guided visits for added flexibility: the National Museum of Palazzo Ducal, a masterpiece art collection housed over 500 ornate aristocratic chambers, or the Palazzo Te, a summer villa filled with sensual and illusionist frescoes. Or combine both for the ultimate in-depth experience.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$145.86
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Half-day Guided tour of Mantua City Centre and Ducal Palace
The UNESCO–listed city of Mantua boasts an architectural and artistic legacy dating from the medieval era through the days of the Renaissance. On this tour, follow your guide on walk through the city and explore centuries of rich history and culture. Take in top attractions like the beautiful Sant'Andrea Basilica and visit the Ducal Palace (own expense)—home to some of Italy’s most impressive frescoes.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$128.83
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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 )
... More- 5 hours 35 minutes
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$1,073.59
Price varies by group size
Mantua: 2-hour guided walking experience
Mantua was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status for its Renaissance-era town planning and has unique architecture that’s not always apparent to independent travelers. On this small-group walking tour, explore the historic center with a guide who explains how a noble family designed much of the old city. See the Palazzo Ducale, San Giorgio Castle, Piazza delle Erbe, and more.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$53.57
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Mantua and Ferrari City Day Trip from Verona
Explore Mantua and Modena on a private full-day trip that includes luxury round-trip transportation from Verona. See the two cities on your own, with time to visit top sights including the Palazzo Ducale in Mantua, and the Ferrari Museum in Modena. This day trip includes transportation only; the driver can provide some commentary but there is no guide, and entrance fees are at your own expense.
... More- 12 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$724.68
per group
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
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$134.20
Price varies by group size
What are people saying about Ducale Palace (Palazzo Ducale Mantova)
Patricia_W, May 2023
Excellent tour
The Ducal Palace is vast and it was well worth having a guide as knowledgeable as Tiziana. She was excellent, explaining about the Gonzaga dynasty and the life of those in the palace. Highly recommended and extremely good value for money!
MARIAEUGENIA_S, Jul 2022
Excelent experience!
The guide was excelent. Her name is Tiziana. She made the tour wonderful. She loves the city of Mantova and her story. Very recomended!
Gina_C, Sep 2021
14/9/2021
Our tour guide Tiziana was wonderful. The Ducal place was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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