Ancient Glory of a Kingdom’s Capital: A Pavia Audio Walking Tour
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Castello Visconteo
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.
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.
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Ancient Glory of a Kingdom’s Capital: A Pavia Audio Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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