22 days in Mantua Itinerary

Often overlooked in favor of nearby Lake Garda, Mantua is one of northern Italy's Renaissance gems.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Castello San Giorgio (Mantua) and Piazza delle Erbe. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Mantua: Collegiata di Santa Maria (in Castell'Arquato), Monastero di San Giuseppe in San Sigismondo (in Cremona) and Castello di Gropparello (in Gropparello). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Il Museo Storico dei Vigili del Fuoco, admire the masterpieces at Museo di Palazzo d'Arco, don't miss a visit to Torre dell'Orologio, and grab your bike and head to Piste Ciclabili di Mantova.

To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Mantua trip builder app.

In October, daily temperatures in Mantua can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C.