Mantua Ducal Palace: Exclusive Renaissance Art & Secrets Tour
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Artistic hub in Mantua, that deserves to be suitably explained is Palazzo Te, a suburban villa devoted to the pleasures of leisure. Architect Giulio Romano, as the heir of his great master Raphael, is called from Rome to build and decorate this Renaissance villa between 1525 and 1535, inspired by ancient Roman villas. Palazzo Te is an exemplary model of the Mannerist style as about architecture and an outstanding example of 16th century Italian painting. The name of the building derives from that of the place where it was built: the “island of Tejeto”, abbreviated as “Te”, where mantuan Lords held the ducal stables for the breeding of famous Gonzaga thoroughbred trained for battlefields and tournaments.
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marysT6021JS, 3/28/2025 7:03:26 AM
Tiziana guided us through the stunning Te Palace and Ducal Palace, she was very professional and informative in terms of the art and history of the area and also gave us tips on where to stay and eat which were very welcome. Would highly recommend.
Climber05720176567, 1/16/2025 11:24:16 AM
Perfect! We went here with a group of students on an exchange. This guide was amazing, and her English was very good. She told us a lot of interesting facts about the place, and she knew so much! We really enjoyed the tour. Thanks again!
Ombretta_S, 6/5/2024 3:45:26 PM
Beautiful visit. The guide was helpful, competent and never boring. Palazzo Tè is wonderful but without Tiziana's stories I would not have appreciated them as much. Thank you!
louisecQ4107TZ, 4/6/2023 12:30:44 PM
Tiziana was literally an amazing guide. Well worth having a guide for this incfredible palace. She speaks perfect English and was incredibly enthusiastic .
aliveinflorence, 7/28/2022 9:38:37 PM
A intriguing look at one of the masterpiece s of the 1500's. Mantua is a little off the beaten path but worth the effort to get there. The historical center is easily walkable with great restaurants, shops and people.
944daniap, 11/15/2025 7:33:32 AM
Guide prepared, available and very clear in the exposition. The contents were very interesting and captivating. It is worth it
T9953CKmauror, 10/25/2025 4:34:00 PM
The guided tour of Palazzo Te was an unforgettable experience, made really special thanks to our guide. From the very first moment you could feel his great competence and passion for the art and history of Mantua. He was able to explain in a simple but in-depth way the hidden meanings of the decorations of Giulio Romano and his pupils, interweaving historical anecdotes and curiosities that made the visit alive and engaging. The visit was well organized with perfect timing and a language suitable even (like me) for less art savvy. I recommend choosing the guided tour because it allows you to grasp aspects that would otherwise go unnoticed. Thank you so much Tiziana!!
Edoardo_G, 8/3/2025 12:45:04 PM
Great experience. Very enthusiastic and prepared guide. He enhanced the place. Would highly recommend
Franswa61, 7/20/2025 1:22:41 AM
A real pictorial delirium, a great journey in art and architecture in a green setting!!! Everything is BEAUTIFUL!!! One never tires of walking from room to room more baroque than the other in a beautiful journey of eyes and heart.
Franco B, 6/10/2025 4:19:02 AM
Beautiful place and great for concerti.poi the historic building nice to visit for frescoes and more. And then all Mantua definitely deserves ...
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Meeting point at the ticket office of Te Palace.Return details
Artistic hub in Mantua, that deserves to be suitably explained is Palazzo Te, a suburban villa devoted to the pleasures of leisure. Architect Giulio Romano, as the heir of his great master Raphael, is called from Rome to build and decorate this Renaissance villa between 1525 and 1535, inspired by ancient Roman villas. Palazzo Te is an exemplary model of the Mannerist style as about architecture and an outstanding example of 16th century Italian painting. The name of the building derives from that of the place where it was built: the “island of Tejeto”, abbreviated as “Te”, where mantuan Lords held the ducal stables for the breeding of famous Gonzaga thoroughbred trained for battlefields and tournaments.No redemption information available
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