Mantua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pathway leading to a historic building with a dome and bell tower, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.
An open courtyard with a series of arches and columns, a central open space, and a tower in the background.
A historic castle with a large central dome, surrounded by a moat and reflecting in the water.
A historic castle with a moat, arched windows, and a large tower.
A large, historic building with a central archway, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and a gravel path leading to the entrance.

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A historic building with a large courtyard, a bell tower, and a dome.
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Old Town Mantua

Old Town Mantua is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Basilica di Sant'Andrea di Mantova and Teatro Bibiena.

Ca' Uberti Palace Hotel , Mantegna Hotels

Ca' Uberti Palace Hotel , Mantegna Hotels

4 out of 5
Piazza Sordello, 13 Mantua MN
The price is AU$161 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$161
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mantua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Mosaici della Domus Romana di Mantova and Piazza ...
Ca' Uberti Palace Hotel , Mantegna Hotels
Hotel Mantegna Stazione , Mantegna Hotels

Hotel Mantegna Stazione , Mantegna Hotels

3 out of 5
Piazza Don Leoni 25/27 Mantua MN
The price is AU$96 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$96
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mantua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Laghi di Mantova and d'Arco ...
8.2/10 Very good! (219 reviews)
"Good location opposite the rail station but with a back entrance onto a main route to the old city. The room was clean and comfortable. The safe didn't work"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hotel Mantegna Stazione , Mantegna Hotels
Hotel dei Gonzaga , Mantegna Hotels

Hotel dei Gonzaga , Mantegna Hotels

3 out of 5
Piazza Sordello, 52 Mantua MN
The price is AU$97 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$97
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mantua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Torre della Gabbia and Piazza Broletto are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (219 reviews)
"D"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Hotel dei Gonzaga , Mantegna Hotels
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Ah Virgilio Apartments Resort

Ah Virgilio Apartments Resort

Viale Piemonte 1 Mantua MN
Stay at this aparthotel in Mantua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a conference centre and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Lago Inferiore and Palazzo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great apartments and beer a beautiful city. Woth the visit."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Ah Virgilio Apartments Resort
Romantic apartment in the heart of the historic center, free wi-fi

Romantic apartment in the heart of the historic center, free wi-fi

Mantova Lombardia
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Mantua. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cattedrale di San Pietro ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean, spacious, central location. Easy check in, flexible around our timing."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Romantic apartment in the heart of the historic center, free wi-fi
Residenza BellaMantova 2 ♡♡

Residenza BellaMantova 2 ♡♡

Mantova Lombardia
Stay at this apartment in Mantua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions d'Arco Palace Museum and Laghi di Mantova ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Our stay was excellent. The condition of the property was excellent. The location is excellent. Communication with the owners was smooth and excellent. The only thing we were not happy about was that from the online description of the property, we thought it had 2 bedrooms plus a living area and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Residenza BellaMantova 2 ♡♡
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Stay near popular Mantua attractions

Ducal Palace

8.8/10 (15 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Mantua with a visit to Ducal Palace. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Mantua: Panoramic city navigation + protected oasis + guide on board

Mantua: Panoramic City Cruise + Protected Oasis + On-board Guide

AU$21
per adult
Mantua: Panoramic City Cruise + Protected Oasis + On-board Guide
Mantua: Guided sailing from the Park to the Port with the water elevator

Mantua: Guided Cruise from the Park to the Harbor with the Water Lift

AU$29
per adult
Mantua: Guided Cruise from the Park to the Harbor with the Water Lift
E-bike tour along the Ciclabile del Sole and wine tasting at Tenuta Maddalena

E-bike tour along the Ciclabile del Sole and wine tasting at Tenuta Maddalena

AU$145
per adult
E-bike tour along the Ciclabile del Sole and wine tasting at Tenuta Maddalena
Mantua: From the Water, Lunch on Board, and Guided Tour of the City Center

Mantua: from the water, lunch on the boat and guided visit to the town center

AU$121
per adult
Mantua: from the water, lunch on the boat and guided visit to the town center
Hall of the Giants

Private Tour Lazing Between the Giants

AU$129
per adult
Private Tour Lazing Between the Giants
The Gonzaga Family painted by Mantegna in Mantua

Half-day Guided tour of Mantua City Centre and Ducal Palace

AU$178
per traveller
Half-day Guided tour of Mantua City Centre and Ducal Palace
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