Tours & Activities in Vicenza

Take a guided walking tour of the fascinating hidden places in Vicenza. Follow your local guide around the city and uncover tales and mysteries beneath the architecture.

The most complete guided and narrated tour to discover Vicenza, a city of many priceless UNESCO World Heritage beauties, captivating stories and troubling events, and of a humble stonemason who will go down in history by forever redefining Architecture and its canons. You will enjoy it aboard a comfortable and fun Palladian E-Bike, to reach even the wonders out of town inaccessible on foot, and not really miss anything in the City of Palladio. Your Cicero Palladiano will lead you into the history of an unexpectedly ancient community, independent in spirit and merchant by vocation. A plot that will tell of international political alliances born from the ferment of the Reformation, of nobles not only in rank, and of the parable of a genius of the artist who became a model of modernity. From squares to palaces, from villas to bridges over the water to historic villages: every glimpse or panorama, every illustrious person will become part of an intertwining that you cannot help but love.

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Immerse yourself in the beauty of the 18th-century Villa Valmarana in Nani. Explore its enchanting park and admire stunning frescoes by Tiepolo.

Immerse yourself into the beauty of our past riding a Palladian E-Bike! Palladian E-bikes are luxury silent, confortable, high performance and enjoyable ones: they quickly (and invariably) bring a smile to the rider's face, along with that feeling of contentment, confidence and relaxation.

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Immerse yourself in the wildest nature of rural Rome, stopping at some points to explore. You will also dock at an ancient Roman port, where you can taste wines, meats, and typical cheeses.

With our cooking class you have the chance to learn how to cook Tortellini in a homely atmosphere, with Mamma Ivana! You can make your tortellini from scratch and taste your creations at the end of the lessons.

Discover Vicenza's main attractions on an easy and unforgettable e-bike ride! Ride amongs the Palladio's famous architecture and the city beautiful landscapes, exploring in a new, fun way!

For a sampling overview of Vicenza's suburban Palladian Villas and the fascinating history of the great Architect. A splendid self-guided E-Bike ride among bucolic landscapes and works of genius that marked the history of our Golden Age. Every place in Vicenza has seen the works of this brilliant architect come to life. In the streets of the center, cobblestones recall the steps of a young stonemason who came from Padua to build the new face of the city and its fortunate countryside. Just outside the urban area, among the stones and dust of courtyards in the making, Giangiorgio Trissino coined the most famous name in modern architecture: Palladio, who, like an angel with golden wings, came to shape the forms of a new culture. In addition to the Unesco heritage sites listed in the tour details, you will also be able to pass by and admire the Oasis of the Sources of the Bacchiglione River and the beautiful Villa da Porto Pedrotti and Villa da Porto Casarotto.

Get entry tickets to Torrione di porta Castello, a 12th-century structure at the western entrance to the old town of Vicenza. See artwork on every floor and a magnificent view of Vicenza from the top.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover Vicenza, one of the pearls of the Veneto region, Palladio treasure chest and a World Heritage Site.

The Director of the Business Network created by the owners of the Unesco Palladian villas will take you into a virtuous tale about Vicenza in its Golden Age, offering you an unparalleled perspective from which to start your visit to the city of Palladio. This story tells of a community that was independent in spirit and devoted to commerce by vocation. A compelling story of international political alliances born from the great ferment of the Reformation, of families whose nobility was not only a rank, linked to the silk trade that made the Serenissima a socio-cultural center of such relevance that even Rome feared it. A plot whose texture is represented by the rich Unesco heritage that the genius of Palladio left to the city, becoming a model of timeless modernity. A story that you will hear in the exceptional context of Palazzo Valmarana Braga, one of the architect's most beautiful creations today privately owned, and in its immediate surroundings.

Enjoy the famous Pasta and Tiramisu in a local home under the guidance of an expert home cook. Cook and taste the most iconic Italian dishes together with other lovers of the “cucina italiana”.

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Visit the countryside winery and the cellar with its oak barrels, talk to the winemaker and taste 4 white and reds wines from natives grapes like Carménère. Paired with artisanal cheeses and meats.

In this experience you will have the opportunity to taste 3 young wines of the area, a welcome bubble, a rosé wine and a white wine, coming from agricultural realities in the area; you will be able to appreciate the fresh scents and fruity aromas of young and lively wines, in the hinterland of Lake Garda. Everything will be accompanied by a tasting plate of handmade tortellini, choosing the taste a la carte, to better savor the food and wine excellences of our territory. Before or after the experience, you can visit Valeggio and Borghetto sul Mincio, two villages that offer landscapes, culture and food and wine of Italian excellence.

Learn how to cook fresh pasta in a local's home in Vicenza with a certified home cook. Discover local recipes and taste everything you make with wine included.

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Vicenza attractions including: Contrà Porti, Piazzetta Santo Stefano, the Church of Saint Corona. The Olympic Theatre, the architectural masterpiece of Andrea Palladio and the first indoor theatre in the world, and Chiericati Palace, the most representative Palladian building in the city. The Villa Capra Valmarana, better known as “Villa La Rotonda”. Brief stop at San Paolo Bridge to see San Michele Bridge on the other side of the River Retrone. Through Piazza delle Erbe, the ancient market area, we will arrive into Piazza dei Signori, the main square, and we'll find the Basilica, Palladio’s first public building and the Loggia of the Capitaniato, Palladio’s most famous attempt to use coloured architecture. • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

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Discover fascinating hidden places with a local guide and a small group. Walk with a small group and admire Palladian architecture masterworks while you reach unusual Vicenza places, where only a Beescover local guide can take you to. See with your eyes representation of the animal citizens are said to secretly eat, a tower built as home of a notable family that became soon home of torture instead, a church embellished by a statue of a man that tried magic to… kill the pope! Live a completely different experience of one of the most beautiful cities in Veneto.

Discover Vicenza, the beautiful Venetian city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for the numerous monuments designed by the architect Andrea Palladio who revolutionized not only the historic center

Our journey begins with a minivan ride to a hidden gem—the recently unearthed Roman villa beneath our Amarone vineyards. Imagine walking in the footsteps of ancient Romans, their lives intertwined with the very soil you tread upon. Here, we’ll savor a unique white wine, crafted exclusively for this occasion. Our guide, a passionate historian, will transport you back in time, sharing tales of the villa’s inhabitants, their dreams, and their daily rituals. Returning to our cellar, we invite you to share our vision—a harmonious blend of wine and agriculture. Here, surrounded by oak barrels and the earthy scent of aging wine, we’ll taste three exceptional wines: Valpolicella, Amarone, and Recioto. To accompany this sensory journey, we present a culinary delight—a dish inspired by ancient Roman recipes. Imagine flavors of heirloom cereals, legumes, and a perfectly aged cheese

Enjoy a cooking class in a local home as led by a certified home cook. Throughout your experience, you will learn local recipes before tasting your creations, with wine included.

The tour that will take you to visit Verona and Valpolicella starts right from the city of Verona with a walk in the historic center. Declared a UNESCO Universal Heritage Site, Verona is a city that has developed continuously for two thousand years. You will walk next to the Arena, symbol of the city, under the porticoes of the walls, in the squares, next to the buildings and in the small alleys. You will discover this wonderful city, the city of love, known throughout the world for the story of Romeo and Juliet. But Verona is also the first province in Italy for the production of DOC wines, the production of 10 DOC wines takes place here. You will honor this fact with a tour in Valpolicella and a tasting in the cellar where you will discover Amarone, one of the most prized wines in Verona. Alongside the tasting, a light meal based on typical products from the Valpolicella area.

Discover Vicenza, the city of Palladio, where historic charm meets modern vibes. Explore UNESCO-listed sites, witness post-WWII renewal, and admire the beauty of centuries of diverse ruling empires.

Frescoes by the Tiepolos: considered masterpieces of 18th century art, they represent one of the most important collections of works in Italy. Visit with the owners: the villa was built in the 17th century and has been owned by the Valmarana family ever since. This historical continuity gives the villa and the visit a unique and familiar charm and atmosphere. Gardens, panoramic landscapes and a glass of wine: you can stroll through the well-kept gardens, enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the place with a good glass of local wine.

Book a hassle-free transfer from Vicenza (hotel, downtown , railway station...) to Venice Marco Polo International Airport. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver

DEPARTURE FROM PADUA OR ABANO / MONTEGROTTO TERME Vicenza's golden age began in 1540, when the Venetian aristocracy decided to reorganise the city and its countryside and called Andrea di Pietro della Gondola, known as Palladio, one of the greatest architects of the time, for the arduous task. ‘The city of Vicenza and Palladio's villas in the Veneto region’ have thus been nominated a UNESCO Site for a total of 23 palaces in Vicenza and 24 villas in the surrounding area. The tour will start from the central Piazza dei Signori with its elegant monuments and we will have a stroll around the city, including Corso Palladio the main street of the city. It will not miss the visit to the Basilica Palladiana, a masterpiece by Andrea Palladio (in case of closure we will visit the Church of Santa Corona). Finally we will visit the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Monte Berico, and from the square in front you can admire a fantastic view of the city of Vicenza.