2025 Mantua Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

#Overseas Travel The Basilica of Santa Barbara Palatina in Mantova, Italy, although not very large and with a rather plain interior, has its own outstanding features! The church was built in 1562, and here you can walk to the organ built in the 16th century, which was made by Graziadio Antegnati, a famous organ maker at the time. He was a third-generation craftsman from a family of organ builders. The organ was restored in 1995-2006 and is still in use today. The church holds organ concerts from time to time, allowing everyone to enjoy the music played by this 16th-century organ. 📍Basilica palatina di Santa Barbara Piazzetta S. Barbara, 46100 Mantova #ItalianTravel #EuropeanTravel #OverseasTravel

#eatinglikeitalians at “Trattoria La Stella” in Soave of Porto Mantovano (Mantova). Highly advised! Local ingredients and traditional local recipes but also modernity. The staff is friendly and very helpful. The restaurant is not too far from Mantova, which is a beautiful city to visit. #tripaway #deliciousfood #influencerfoodie #instagramworthydestinations #awesomepic #unforgettableexperiences #travelinspiration #tripaway #tripfoodie

In winter in Italy💗, my favorite thing is to visit museums full of history~ This Ducal Palace (Palazzo Ducale di Mantova) in Mantova, northern Italy, has gorgeous arched ceiling murals that are so beautiful that people can't help but admire💗 #goout #italy #overseastravel #goout

Mantova, a Unesco World Heritage city, is a unique city, where history and ancient art constantly interact with the modernity of creative languages ​​and cultural creations. Museums, monuments, good food, naturalistic excursions, cultural events, are just some of the reasons to visit Mantova and experience unique and unrepeatable emotions. Located in the center of the Po Valley, the city of Mantova has been surrounded by waters since its origins. Its first settlements probably developed already at the time of the Etruscans, in an area corresponding to the current Piazza Sordello. But it was the Gonzagas, starting from the fourteenth century, who gave a strong cultural and artistic impulse to the city, outlining its current urban and architectural structure. During the four centuries of reign, the lords of Mantova hosted at court the most illustrious artists of the time such as Leon Battista Alberti, Pisanello, Andrea Mantegna, Giulio Romano, Rubens and others, whose works still distinguish the city in all its splendor. . #mynovgetaway #thanksgiving #mynovgetaway#thanksgiving

#cityplaybook #historicallandmarks In the heart of Piazza San Marco, the Palazzo Ducale rises like a dream of marble and lace—an architectural jewel that once housed the rulers of the Venetian Republic. For centuries, it was the seat of the Doge, the supreme authority of Venice, and the center of politics, justice, and intrigue. Step inside and you’re swept into a world of grandeur: gilded ceilings, monumental staircases, and chambers adorned by masterpieces from Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto. The Sala del Maggior Consiglio, one of the largest rooms in Europe without columns, radiates both civic pride and artistic brilliance. Beyond the public splendor, darker passages await. Cross the iconic Bridge of Sighs and descend into the palace’s shadowy prisons, where walls still echo the fate of Venice’s condemned—including the legendary Casanova. Palazzo Ducale isn’t just a monument—it’s the soul of Venice, told in stone, gold, and silence. Location: Piazza San Marco, Venice, Veneto, Italy #PalazzoDucale #DogePalace #VeniceHistory #BridgeOfSighs #VenetianGothic #ItalianArt #CityPlaybook

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#August Travel Support Event If I were to choose the 'most Venetian building in Venice', I would choose the Doge's Palace without hesitation. It is the building where the Doge, the head of state, has lived and worked since the 9th century, and where all of Venice's legislative, administrative, and political affairs took place. It is a place you must visit if you go to Venice.

Discover the beauty of Mantua, a charming city located in the Lombardy region of northern Italy. Marvel at the Renaissance architecture of the majestic Ducal Palace and the historic Scientific Theatre. Surrounding the city are three picturesque lakes, including the famous Lake of Mantua, offering a unique backdrop to this cultural gem. Indulge in the culinary delights of Mantua, known for its Sbrisolona cake and Mantua salami. Be transported back in time as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and its rich history.🍀

#Overseas Travel The Ducal Palace, Palazzo Ducale di Mantova, was built in the 13th century and has been the main residence of lords, marquises, dukes and other dignitaries for many centuries. This is a very important attraction in the center of Mantova, Italy. The interior is very gorgeously decorated, with a total area of ​​35,000 square meters! Highlights include: The Tapestry Room, the Mirror Gallery, the Queen's Park, the Labyrinth Hall, the Camera degli Sposi and more. My favorite is La Sala dei Fiumi, originally designed in 1579 and painted as a pergola with a decorative frame in 1773. The walls and vaulted ceilings of a room are decorated with patterns, and it feels like being in a loggia in a garden. It's so beautiful! 📍 Palazzo Ducale di Mantova Piazza Sordello, 40, 46100 Mantova #ItalianTravel #EuropeanTravel #OverseasTravel

#Overseas Travel In the center of Mantova is the Mantua Cathedral (Duomo - Cattedrale di San Pietro), also known as Cattedrale di San Pietro Apostolo. The cathedral is located on the north side of the central square, very close to the Ducal Palace. It was first built in the 14th century and was redesigned based on the original Romanesque church, retaining the bell tower of that time. After many renovations, it now presents three architectural styles, including Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque. The interior is in the shape of a cross, and the hall is divided into five naves by a colonnade composed of four rows of Corinthian columns. It is solemn and magnificent, with a large number of murals, especially the murals on the round vault are very impressive. 📍 Duomo - Cattedrale di San Pietro Piazza Sordello, 46100 Mantova MN #ItalianTravel #EuropeanTravel #OverseasTravel

#Overseas Travel Walking into the Mantova Ducal Palace, there is a very famous small room ~ Camera degli sposi💛 Here everyone looked up at the ceiling mural. There were beauties, peacocks, and little angels surrounding the sky. They all leaned over the railings and looked down. It seemed like the real thing was right above my head, very vivid and three-dimensional. This famous painting that makes people look up and stop in thought was painted by the famous Italian painter Andrea Mantegna 🇮🇹 in the 14th century. It used the Trompe l'oeil visual art painting technique to create a very vivid three-dimensional space, and is therefore famous all over the world. The murals on the walls of the room are also very lifelike and amazing! 📍 Palazzo Ducale-Camera degli sposi Piazza Sordello, 40, 46100 Mantova #ItalianTravel #EuropeanTravel #OverseasTravel

Embraced by three lakes, it boasts a jaw-dropping skyline and charming historic center thanks to the Gonzaga. Mozart was left marveled. From the Laghi di Mezzo, Inferiore, and Superiore, the Mincio River hugs the city as the domes of Palazzo Ducale beckons visitors from afar. A world apart. The Gonzaga designed the city together with some of the greatest artists at the time. Palazzo Te, just outside the city center, was the leisurely estate signed by architect Giulio Romano. To the great painter Andrea Mantegna, Ludovico II commissioned a fresco within the Palazzo Ducale to celebrate his dynasty. The Camera degli Sposi was unveiled 9 years later and remains a true masterpiece worth a visit to the city alone. #momentsmission #romanticgetaway #travelinspiration #unforgettableexperiences #scenicspotguide #urbanexplorer