Because my tours:

  • give you a deeper understanding of Vicenza and the Palladian villas by combining an academic perspective with my informal and friendly approach
  • During these tours we will examine these questions:
    • What did Palladio do that was so important and influential for future architects?
    • What are the main things to see on the outside and inside the buildings we visit?
    • What architectural elements of buildings and design features are specific to this period and to Palladio and his contemporaries?
  • Are personalised to each individual and tour, tailoring the route and stops to any specific interests.
  • Are all created by me, an Italian Art Historian and qualified tour guide, who has specialised in buildings from the Palladian era and this region of Italy since 2003.
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  • Allow you to make the most of the time you have available to spend in the place you’re visiting. I will pre-book all the locations, if necessary, and manage the logistics of the tour.

If you would rather do a tour of Verona and/or Padova, (or add this to another tour)     :

– These tours are focused on the characteristics that make these cities unique and allow you to expand your knowledge of the Veneto region.

Additional information:

  • My fees start from €130 for a two and a half hour walking tour of Vicenza
  • €150 for a three hour walking tour of Verona or Padova
  • €180 euros for a three and a half hour tour of the Palladian Villas.
  • Prices are per tour, not per person.  
  • Verona, Vicenza and Padova tours are on foot.
  • Tours of Palladian villas by car can be organised.
  • Entrance fees, cost of transportation, meals and travel insurance are not included.
  • Tours of the villas usually begin and end in Vicenza, however different meeting places can be arranged on request.
  • If you have a particular itinerary or specific villa you would like to include or leave out of a tour, this can be organised beforehand.
  • Some villas are closed in winter, but some interesting tours can be arranged year round. 
  • Private tours of certain Palladian villas can be arranged. The cost of a private tour varies but is usually quite affordable

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