Mantua Day Trip from lake Garda

South of Lake Garda, a capital of the Italian Renaissance rises in all its splendor, a treasure of art, culture, history and nature. I’m talking about Mantua, the Lombard jewel reflected in the lakes that surround it. The Mincio river accompanies all cyclists, and non-cyclists, who decide to take the renowned cycle path that connects Peschiera del Garda to Mantua. Are you staying on the shores of the largest lake in Italy and are you wondering how to visit Mantua in one day? The Mantua day trip from Lake Garda will give you the certainty of discovering every curiosity, every pill of history and breathtaking views.

A TASTE OF MANTOVA

Want to know the meaning of the name Mantua? A legend tells that the foundation of the city took place at the hands of the Greek soothsayer Mantua and that we owe the name of Mantua to her; more likely the origins of the name are to be attributed to the infernal Etruscan divinity Mantu, with reference to the ancient Etruscan settlements in the Mantua area.

Several families succeeded each other, such as the Canossa, the Bonacolsi and the Gonzaga. Under the rule of the last and most powerful family, Mantua reached its maximum splendor, both in the economic-political field as in the artistic field.

Great artists and architects such as Leon Battista Alberti, Giulio Romano and Andrea Mantegna contributed to making the city famous. Palazzo Ducale, Palazzo Te, the Basilica of Sant’Andrea, the Rotonda di San Lorenzo, Palazzo San Sebastiano are just some of the monuments and churches that can be visited. After Napoleon’s rule, Mantua returned to Austria, and was part of the defensive Quadrilatero with Verona, Legnago and Peschiera del Garda.

BUS TOUR OF MANTUA AND LAKE GARDA

Discover Mantua, the city of Virgil and the Gonzaga family, through an experience that combines art, history, and nature. Admire its main medieval and Renaissance treasures, from the Ducal Palace to the Castle of San Giorgio with Mantegna’s famous Camera degli Sposi, passing through the squares of the historic center.

Enter and visit the Virgil Museum (included), dedicated to the great poet admired by Dante.

End the day with a scenic panoramic boat tour on the southern part of Lake Garda.

Why should you book this Mantova day trip from lake Garda

• The bus to Mantua departs every Thursday starting in June from various towns around Lake Garda. We invite you to check the departure points, as you might find one very close to your accommodation!
• You will arrive at your destination accompanied by a Tour Leader and provided with useful information and tips to make your visit easier and more enjoyable.
• During the morning in Mantua, you will be able to explore the historic center, with its squares, monuments, and churches.
• The entrance ticket to the Virgil Museum is also included.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour panoramic boat cruise on Lake Garda, departing from Peschiera del Garda.

Included in this bus tour

• Coach to go and get back from Mantua
• Tour leader
• Entrance to the Virgilio Museum
• 2 h boat tour around the south coast of the Lake Garda

Useful information before booking our Day Trip to Mantova from lake Garda

• In high season we recommend booking 48 hours in advance to ensure availability.
• This experience is not suitable for people with mobility issues or those who use a wheelchair.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Our tour is available in English or German.

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