Vicenza City Highlights Private Walking Tour with Local Guide
Description
Make the most out of your stay in Vicenza and discover its greatest highlights with us. Follow an expert local guide and take a leisurely walk through the historical center of this beautiful city, rich in history and art. You will learn all about the masterpieces by Andrea Palladio, such as palaces, loggias and domes of incredible architectural brilliance. You will also step into the Church of Santa Corona and listen to insightful commentaries and anecdotes. Make many lasting memories with us and join our tour of the best landmarks of Vicenza!
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The Salvi Gardens is a charming park located right in the heart of the city center. It was inaugurated in 1592 and features two Palladian style loggias, one of which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Piazza Castello is one of the main squares of Vicenza and is home to Palazzo Porto (also known as Porto Breganze), designed in the 16th century by Andrea Palladio. The square also features the Tower of Porta Castello and Palazzo Thiene Bonin Longare.
See from outside the Vicenza Duomo and hear the fascinating insights of our guide about the imposing dome designed by the great Andrea Palladio.
Piazza dei Signori is the beating heart of Vicenza. This rectangular square was once home to the Roman forum and the town market. It is overlooked by the majestic Basilica Palladiana and the Torre Bissara, an 82-meter high tower.
Explore this 13th century church and discover the many artworks housed here!
Palazzo Chiericati was designed in the 16th century by Andrea Palladio and it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. This unique structure blends together a palace and a villa, decorated with an elegant portico.
Enjoy the beautiful view over the Bacchiglione river and say goodbye to your guide on this important bridge, the Ponte degli Angeli.
The Basilica Palladiana is the symbol of the city. Since 1994, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and is considered one of the masterpieces by Andrea Palladio. Step inside and discover its architectural elegance with the help of our expert local guide.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(4)
Micaela did a great job… We got a little lost looking for our meeting point but she found us. Just the right balanceof art and history w appropriate coffee stops😀 Flexible and gave us many good recommendatiins for dinner. Well done!
Michela greater us on time at the departure spot with a smile. She is extremely knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Vicenza. She provided answers to our many questions and stories of events in the areas history. I would highly recommend Michela when visiting Vicenza she was both informative and helpful as our guide.
Easy to get to walking from trains. Easy walk with much history and art /architecture to duscuss. Comfortable small city with rich history.
Very knowledgeable guide. We had a good overview of Vicenza and its history. We learned a lot and enjoyed ourselves
