Vicenza Private Historic Walking Tour
Get immersed in the enchanting world of Renaissance architecture in Vicenza, a UNESCO World Heritage Ensemble characterized by a vibrant culture of which you can have a feel at the atmospheric Lords' Square, the rich history etching the Castle Portal- the remains of the 14th-century city walls, Bissara Tower - one of the tallest medieval bell towers in Italy, and the mysterious Tower of Torment from the 12th century, as well as numerous architectural gems left by Andrea Palladio, one of the world’s most influential architects who resided in Vicenza most of his life, including Olympic Theatre - the first permanent indoor theatre in Europe and the most emblematic icon of the city, Palladian Basilica.
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Vicenza Private Historic Walking Tour
What's included in Vicenza Private Historic Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Torre Bissara
The tour starts at the western entrance of the Old Town, the 12th-century Castle Tower. Walking through the gate at the foot of the crenelated tower gives you an idea of how incredibly thick the 14th-century defensive city walls of Vicenza would be.
Villa La Rotonda by Andrea Palladio - World Heritage Site
The portal opens to the charming street of Andrea Palladio Course, named after the Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, one of the world’s most influential architects who left behind the UNESCO ensemble of "City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto". Elegant boutiques nestling under antique porticoes alternating with medieval buildings elevate window shopping on the street to an art and a journey through time.
At its eastern end stands the 16th-century Chiericati Palace, an early milestone in Palladio’s career which boasts a magnificent loggia which, together with those of his other works, gave the architect a well-established trademark.
Inclusions
- Official Tour Guide
- Private Guided Tour exclusively for you
- Entrance fee: Palladio Basilica - € 2 per person
- Entrance fee: Chiericati Palace - € 2 per person
- Hotel pick-up using private or public transportation
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- At the Fountain of the Winged Horses, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.
End Points
- At the Tower of Torment.
