Palazzo Castiglioni

A careful renovation has restored the main floors of the palace that now features 5 luxury suites.

LA TORRE - 55 sqm -sleeps 2 rises four storeys high, with lift facility , and is crowned by a terrace offering a 360 degree views of the town and its monuments.

It consists of a magnificent room with antique furnishings, impressive XII century frescoed walls , a large canopied bed draped with beautiful fabrics and silks.. satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, microwave, internet connection, telephone as standard. A modern bathroom with large shower is situated 10 steps down .Guests enter the Palace through the massive wooden doors and pass along an elegant courtyard where they can park their car . Being the bathroom 10 steps down the unit is not reccommended to people with walking difficulties. AC and internet connection TV sat.

L\'AQUILA - 45 sqm. -sleeps 2+2 is situated at the ground floor with access from the courtyard. It features a spacious living area with sofabed for 2. Large windows opening on Piazza Sordello with Palazzo Ducale view. Fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower. Upstairs on the mansard opening to the livngroom is the double bed with wardrobe. AC and internet connection TV sat

IL LEONE : -35 sqm- sleeps 2 + 1, situated at the second floor with lift facility this one-room luxury suite features a decorative ancient fireplace and a large three mullioned window with view on Palazzo Ducale and the square. Large Double bed ,, kitchenette corner for breakfast with Nespresso coffe machine, frigobar, 2 single sofabeds, AC and internet connection, TV sat

L\' ARCO 75 sqm - sleeps 2+2 situated at the second floor with lift facility.The unit features a large living room with spectacular windows offering the best view of the town. A double bed under the arch , kitchenette corner for breakfast with Nespresso coffe machine, frigobar and bathroom with shower. AC, TV sat, internet access

CELESTE 15 sqm .at the first floor with lift facility double bedroom with bathroom (shower) and window opening towards the courtyard AC, TV sat, internet access

PIANO NOBILE available on 2012 only for weddings and anniversaries, This 500 sqm apartment decorated with frescoes and stuccos is the personal residence of the family. It is available for events . Starting from may 2013 it will be available for rent with 3 Air Co bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 living rooms, dining room, kitchen.AC, TV sat, internet access

History

Over 700 years of history sit on top of the tower where is located a unique frescoed room with magnificent panoramas in every direction The Tower is the most exclusive place to stay in Mantova and occupies the top floor of the oldest Palace in town , in front of the legendary Palazzo Ducale .

The mansion is the home of the Castiglioni family descendants of Baldesar Castiglione, politician and scholar of the 16th century, author of \"il Cortegiano \"

The northern Italian city of Mantova is a beautiful, historic city surrounded on three sides by lakes. Piazza del\'Erbe, Mantova\'s central piazza, is one of the most beautiful in all of Italy - it\'s a lively square where both locals and visitors congregate. There are many cafes and several great restaurants in and around the piazza. In 2005 Mantova was named Italy\'s most livable city besides its artistic and historical treasures Mantova, excels for its food tradition, and the choice of the activities: from the boat excursions on the lakes surrounding the town, to the cycle tracks connecting the town to lake Garda .

This is a region rich in both culture and nature, conveniently located close to Bologna, Venice and Milan. There are many possibilities for excursions, including visits to Verona, Sabbioneta and Lake Garda which are just at 40 minute drive away, or Cremona, the town of the violin makers which is a 1 hour’s drive away.

Personalized excursions and guided tours can be organized on request .

Mantova is a great place to cycle,it is fun and easy to discover its territory by cycling!

Embraced by its three lakes, Mantua amazes the visitor for its natural environment. Ideal setting for swans, herons, cranes, greylag geese, and the lakes offer an unforgettable show during the summer with lotus flowers blooming.

This is a region rich in both culture and nature, conveniently located close to Bologna, Venice and Milan. There are many possibilities for excursions, including visits to Verona, Sabbioneta and Lake Garda which are just at 40 minute drive away, or Cremona, the town of the violin makers which is a 1 hour’s drive away.

Mantua is a vibrant, human-scale city, and an open air museum where you can rediscover the pleasure of walking under the arcades or a relaxing bike ride. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is renowned for its artistic treasures, culinary traditions, and a rich selection of tours and activities. From the extraordinary Gonzaga residence, to the boat trip on the city-surrounding lakes, to the bike paths leading to Garda Lake, to the unforgettable food and wine tours.

Not to be missed!

Palazzo Ducale information on Palazzo Ducale and the Bridal Chamber of Mantegna*: \"the most beautiful room in the world\". Palazzo Te information on Palazzo Te, a masterpiece of Giulio Romano. The Scientific Bibiena Theatre, inaugurated by the young Mozart. The night-walk through the city centre, through the magnificent architectural complex of Palazzo Ducale. Sabbioneta, designed in the sixteenth century by Vespasiano Gonzaga. The sanctuary of the Graces, which houses the remains of Baldassare Castiglione, placed in the extraordinary sepulchre by the Master Giulio Romano.

Guided tours and information: Mantua in & around

Nature Walks, horse trekking, cycling routes, and boat trips. There are endless opportunities to discover and experience the natural heritage of the Mantua Region. Nature and Art itinerary information on Mincio Park, a short walk from Mantua’s historic centre: electric boat tours, organized by the “Save the Park\" Association on Mantua’s Lago Superiore and in the Natural Reserve Valli del Mincio. Info Via Portici Broletto, 22A - Mantua - phone and fax +39 0376/225724 - e mail: perilparco@yahoo.com

Cycling This land welcomes all cyclists, from those travelling with children on baby-seats, to cyclists riding to discover the world, to adventure bikers looking for twisty roads, to cyclists who love the elegant road bike Mantua-Peschiera bike lane, download pdf bike lane left of the Po River bike lane network map

Bicibus [bike bus]: is the service that connects Mantua with Sabbioneta and Peschiera del Garda for all cycling enthusiasts. Bicibus carries your bike. The service is available by reservation only. APAM phone +39 376230339 www.apam.it

River navigation naviandes , mantua navigation

Markets local products, rural products, antiques, clothing, second-hand books, and knickknacks. Every Thursday morning in the historic centre.

Numerous concerts and cultural events are scheduled throughout the year. In the summertime, transportation can be arranged to attend all events held in Arena di Verona Arena schedule

The city, thanks to its central location, constitutes the ideal starting point for day trips to: Sabbioneta, Verona, Cremona, Modena, Padova, Ferrara, Franciacorta, lago d\'Iseo e lago di Garda.

Flavours: The Mantua Region is a treasure of flavours, environment-friendly agriculture - current in its techniques but of ancient tradition -, life, and excellent products. This is the land of Parmigiano Reggiano, of sublime meats, rice, squash, all of them ingredients of the traditional Mantuan dishes as set out in \"principles of food and the people.\".