Palladio’s Playground: A Self-Guided Walking Tour Through Vicenza

Relax, stroll through shaded paths, and enjoy views of Palladian architecture nearby.

Admire its 14th‑century architecture, climb for panoramic city views, and stroll nearby through Piazza Castello and surrounding palazzi

Admire its architecture and the surrounding historic urban space at this 17th‑century palazzo built by the Piovini family in Piazza Castello, Vicenza—its elegant façade faces the square and the Giuseppe Garibaldi monument.

Stroll past the cathedral’s Gothic exterior, explore its chapels, and descend to the archaeological area and crypt beneath the nave. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Walk along the historic townhouse’s façade, then admire its late-Gothic and early Renaissance decorations, once home to the Pigafetta family. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

ass by the iconic loggia, explore exhibitions inside, and ascend to the rooftop terrace for panoramic views of Vicenza. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

ate interiors and the integrated Chiesa di San Vincenzo. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Walk along the ornate loggia designed by Andrea Palladio in Piazza dei Signori, then admire its giant columns, vaulted arches and frescoed hall (Sala Bernarda) while soaking in this Renaissance‑symbol of Vicenza. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

then reflect on Vicenza’s noble‑family past and the evolving cityscape around the foundation of this ancient structure. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

journey through Andrea Palladio’s life and architecture via drawings, models, videos and his only fully completed urban residence. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

nterior with major works by Giovanni Bellini and Paolo Veronese and visit the crypt and the Cappella Valmarana designed by Andrea Palladio. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

this Renaissance palace by Andrea Palladio featuring 13th‑ to 20th‑century art collections. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Pass by the grand stone entrance, then step inside the world’s oldest indoor theatre, admire the trompe‑l’œil street‑set stage and attend a performance or guided tour. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.