"Mantova and Mantegna" Mantova by alucas

Mantova Travel Guide: 103 reviews and 296 photos

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Mantova, or Mantua as it is more often known in English, is a small gem of a city rising from the plains of Lombardy. The city is bordered on three sides by the River Mincio and is approached by a causeway. The city is crammed with culture boasting two large palaces, a beautiful astrological clock and several important churches, not to mention some attractive shops and restaurants.

We only had a day in Mantua and spent much of our time visiting the Ducal Palace of the Gonzaga family who ruled for several hundred years from 1328. But now we have an excuse to go back - to visit the Palazzo del Te.

Allow plenty of time if you wish to see all there is in Mantua. As is often the case, Italy is extravagant with its treasures and this little city has so much to offer. We plan to return one day.

(One of our few travelling rules is: "Always leave something to return to another time" )

The tips on the Gonzaga Palace were written by my wife Liz, before she became a member of VT.

Last visit to Mantova: Jul 2005
Intro Updated Aug 19, 2006
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Reviews (4)

The terrace outside La Loggia di Corte Nuovo - Mantova

Rather a smart cafeteria ! Restaurants (1)

We needed a break from our tour of the Palazzo Ducale, and spotted a sign for the restaurant, expecting to find a small... more travel advice

Palazzo Ducale (3) Things to Do (3)

Most memorable of all is an entire room of frescos by Andrea Mantegna which is to be found in St George’s castle, the... more travel advice

Courtyard within the Palazzo Ducale - Mantova

Palazzo Ducale (2) Things to Do (3)

We spent much of our time in Mantua visting the Ducal Palace of the Gonzaga family. If you haven’t read my first tip on... more travel advice

Palazzo Ducale and Piazza Sordello - Mantova

Palazzo Ducale Things to Do (3)

We only had a day in Mantua and spent much of our time visiting the Ducal Palace of the Gonzaga family who ruled for... more travel advice

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HORSCHECK Aug 24, 2008 at 9:42 AM

Andrew, lovely little page with brilliant photos here. Although your page is under construction since 2006, I think it is about time to build some new pages. *winkygrin*
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yumyum Sep 5, 2007 at 11:28 AM

Never heard of the place before. Thanks for introducing it to me!
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sue_stone Jul 31, 2006 at 11:25 AM

I can't wait to get back to Italy! Only 7 weeks till I will be ; )
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deecat Mar 15, 2006 at 3:44 PM

Topnotch page on Mantova [Mantua}, which we just loved. We stayed 3 days, 2 nights and enjoyed it ever so much. Appreciate your fine detailed explanations.
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nickandchris Jan 16, 2006 at 6:01 AM

Sounds fascinating. Like the sound of being the only people there. My type of place!!!!