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.

I enjoyed the guided tour and boat trip but for me getting to view Palazzo Te was my personal highlight. The tour allowed enough free time for me to do this.

Stefano the tour guide, was knowledgeable and interesting, the river tour was a nice addition.

Well organised day, tour leader excellent. Having guided walk around first ideal with boat trip after free time. Interesting town, very enjoyable.

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 start the afternoon tour .....in the cathedral. It would be nice if the content was detailed. The actual afternoon tour guide was great and the boat trip late afternoon was also a nice inclusion.

Mantua is absolutely beautiful, the Ducal Palace is somewhere you must visit, just incredible. A real bargain at 15 Euros. Unfortunately this tour itinerary is not great, the walking tour is at 2pm although you arrive before 11am. We had already visited the palace, had lunch and were worn out by the heat by that point. Would be far better if this was first. The boat trip on the lakes surrounding the town was far too long - make sure you are covered in mosquito repellent! Remo was an ace guide!

It would have been better to have the walking tour on arrival.

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

Important to know

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

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Escort
Admission fees

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI ITALIA S.R.L.

What people say about this experience

4.2/5

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Based on 10 reviews

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Value for money

4.2/5

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4.5/5

Service

4.5/5

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Christopher
Solo traveller
25 September 2025
5
United States of America
I enjoyed the guided tour and boat trip but for me getting to view Palazzo Te was my personal highlight. The tour allowed enough free time for me to do this.
J
Jerry
Travelled with family
12 August 2025
4.6
United States of America
Stefano the tour guide, was knowledgeable and interesting, the river tour was a nice addition.
S
Sharon
Travelled as a couple
13 July 2025
4.6
United Kingdom
Well organised day, tour leader excellent. Having guided walk around first ideal with boat trip after free time. Interesting town, very enjoyable.
I
Ian W
Travelled as a couple
5 August 2024
4.2
United Kingdom
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 start the afternoon tour .....in the cathedral. It would be nice if the content was detailed. The actual afternoon tour guide was great and the boat trip late afternoon was also a nice inclusion.
T
The Admirable Crichton
Travelled as a couple
20 July 2024
3.4
United States of America
Mantua is absolutely beautiful, the Ducal Palace is somewhere you must visit, just incredible. A real bargain at 15 Euros. Unfortunately this tour itinerary is not great, the walking tour is at 2pm although you arrive before 11am. We had already visited the palace, had lunch and were worn out by the heat by that point. Would be far better if this was first. The boat trip on the lakes surrounding the town was far too long - make sure you are covered in mosquito repellent! Remo was an ace guide!
J
Jenny
Travelled as a couple
10 September 2023
3.8
United Kingdom
It would have been better to have the walking tour on arrival.