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Activitate Pavia, Italy

Ancient Glory of a Kingdom’s Capital: A Pavia Audio Walking Tour

1 h 30 min – 2 ore Anulare gratuită Tur privat
Fotografii: furnizorul activității, prin Viator

Ancient Glory of a Kingdom’s Capital: A Pavia Audio Walking Tour

Despre activitate

Pavia was historically one of Italy’s most significant cities. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the remarkable past of this former capital of kingdoms. As you walk through its medieval streets, you’ll find out how this strategic river settlement evolved from a Roman military camp, to a royal capital, to a university town. This tour starts at the imposing Castello Visconteo, built in the 1360s after Milan’s powerful Visconti family ended Pavia’s independence. You’ll weave through Strada Nuova, past the university complex founded by the Visconti, and explore the area where Pavia’s famous medieval towers once dominated the skyline. Along the way, you’ll discover how Lombard kings, Renaissance scholars, and Italian revolutionaries all left their mark on this historic riverside city. By the end of this tour, you’ll understand why this overlooked Italian gem deserves recognition for its pivotal role in European history.

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Descrierea este publicată de Viator în limba engleză.

Pe scurt

Durată
1 h 30 min – 2 ore
Confirmare
Confirmare imediată
Bilet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup
Doar grupul tău
Persoane pe rezervare
1–15
Ghid audio
engleză
Ghid scris
engleză
Organizator
VoiceMap Audio Tours

Vârste: Adulți (6–99 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

  • Inclus: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Inclus: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Inclus: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Inclus: App for Android and iOS
  • Inclus: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Nu este inclus

  • Nu este inclus: Smartphone and headphones
  • Nu este inclus: Food and drink
  • Nu este inclus: Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Nu este inclus: Transportation

Itinerar

  1. Castello Visconteo

    Trecere fără oprire

    Marvel at this imposing brick fortress built in the 1360s by the powerful Visconti family of Milan, featuring massive walls and corner towers. You'll discover how this castle symbolized the end of Pavia's independence and now houses the city's civic museums.

  2. Oprirea 2

    Trecere fără oprire

    Admire the elegant Renaissance courtyard and façade of one of Europe's oldest universities, founded in 1361. You'll explore the academic institution where Alessandro Volta conducted his groundbreaking experiments on electricity.

  3. Piazza Leonardo da Vinci

    Trecere fără oprire

    Stroll through this historic square named after Leonardo da Vinci, who contributed to Pavia's architectural legacy during the Renaissance. You'll see how the city honors its connection to one of history's greatest minds.

  4. Oprirea 4

    Trecere fără oprire

    View the remaining medieval towers that once numbered over 100, dominating Pavia's skyline during its powerful era. You'll discover remnants of the city's fortified past when noble families competed to build the tallest structures.

  5. Piazza della Vittoria

    Trecere fără oprire

    Walk through Pavia's main square surrounded by colourful medieval buildings, arcades, and café terraces. You'll experience the vibrant heart of the city where locals have gathered for commerce and community for centuries.

  6. Oprirea 6

    Trecere fără oprire

    Marvel at the massive Renaissance cathedral featuring the fourth-largest dome in Italy, a stunning architectural achievement. You'll explore the magnificent interior where even Leonardo da Vinci contributed design ideas to this ambitious project.

  7. Oprirea 7

    Trecere fără oprire

    Step inside this beautiful Romanesque basilica to admire stunning 1100s frescoes depicting medieval Pavia along the Ticino River. You'll see rare historic views of the city painted by artists who lived during its golden age.

  8. Basilica San Michele Maggiore

    Trecere fără oprire

    Explore this magnificent Romanesque church where Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa was crowned King of Italy in 1155. You'll walk through the sacred space that witnessed one of medieval Europe's most significant coronation ceremonies.

  9. Oprirea 9

    Trecere fără oprire

    Cross this picturesque covered bridge spanning the Ticino River, rebuilt in the 1950s to match its medieval predecessor. You'll hear the legendary story of how the Archangel Michael outwitted the devil at this very spot.

  10. Oprirea 10

    Trecere fără oprire

    Pass the remaining ruins of the original medieval covered bridge destroyed during World War II bombing. You'll see haunting remnants of the historic crossing that connected Pavia's two riverbanks for centuries.

  11. Oprirea 11

    Trecere fără oprire

    View this medieval city gate that once controlled access to Pavia through its defensive walls. You'll discover how this ancient entrance protected the city during its time as a fortified capital.

  12. Oprirea 12

    Trecere fără oprire

    Admire this charming sculpture honouring the washerwomen who once worked along the Ticino River's banks. You'll learn about the everyday life and labor that sustained medieval Pavia's bustling riverside economy.

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.

Punct de întâlnire

  • The tour begins at the entrance of Castello Visconteo. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Punct de final

  • The tour ends at Borgo Ticino.

Cum folosești biletul

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight-character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Anulare

Anulare gratuită

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bine de știut

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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