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1. Piazza dei Signori

In the heart of Vicenza’s Old Town is the attractive and lively Piazza dei Signori. At this charming city square you can marvel at some of the city’s architectural landmarks. Relax on the outdoor terrace of a café and shop at weekly markets. Dating back to the days of the Roman Empire, Piazza dei Signori took its current name in the Renaissance years, when the Signoria, the governing body of the Republic of Venice, controlled Vicenza.
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Piazza dei Signori featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

2. Villa Capra detta la Rotonda

The Villa Capra detta la Rotonda is one of Vicenza’s many architectural masterpieces by the celebrated Venetian architect Andrea Palladio. Come here to marvel at the villa’s symmetrical design, to gaze in awe at frescoes by great Renaissance artists and to enjoy sweeping views of Vicenza’s picturesque countryside. Palladio designed the 500-year-old villa upon the request of Paolo Almerico, a priest that had returned to Vicenza after retiring from the Vatican.
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Villa Capra detta la Rotonda showing farmland and a garden

3. Olympic Theatre

Take a seat in Andrea Palladio’s extraordinary Olympic Theatre and experience the stage as envisioned by one of Italy’s most famous architects. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed building is one of only three remaining Renaissance theaters and contains one of the world’s oldest surviving stage sets. Admire the theater’s intricately adorned interiors, which feature woodcarvings and stucco that imitates marble.
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4. Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico

Perched on a hilltop overlooking the city of Vicenza is the striking Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico. Visit this baroque-style church to see a wealth of religious art and a sacred icon of the Madonna. Afterwards, relax at one of the nearby cafés and gaze across the rooftops of Vicenza’s city center. The church dates back to the 15th century, when it served to receive pilgrims that arrived to the city.
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5. Palladio Museum

The Palladio Museum celebrates the life and work of the esteemed Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. Explore contemporary reflections on one of architecture’s most influential figures and admire the remarkable detail that went into his designs. Engage with multimedia displays that help to tell the architect’s story. The museum is housed within one of Palladio’s signature works, the Palazzo Barbarano, where fresco-adorned walls are given a modern twist with projections and displays.
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6. Gallerie di Palazzo Leoni Montanari

Step inside the Gallerie di Palazzo Leoni Montanari to see collections of Russian icons in addition to work by famed Venetian artists and contemporary Italian painters. Admire the museum’s stunning setting in a Baroque palace and enjoy a free concert.
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Gallerie di Palazzo Leoni Montanari featuring art and interior views

7. Palazzo Chiericati

In a city blessed with architectural beauty, the Palazzo Chiericati stands out as one of Vicenza’s finest buildings. Marvel at the work of Andrea Palladio, the revered Venetian architect who was responsible for much of Vicenza’s urban landscape. Palladio designed the palace in the late 1500s for the aristocratic Chiericati family. Since 1855, the palace has also been the home of Vicenza’s impressive Civic Art Gallery.
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Basilica Palladiana

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You can find out about the history of Vicenza with a visit to Basilica Palladiana. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Basilica Palladiana
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Piazza dei Signori

See a fascinating architectural display, enjoy the lively café culture and shop at flea markets at Vicenza’s busy central square.

Piazza dei Signori
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Villa Capra detta la Rotonda

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Visit this striking Renaissance villa to admire its impressive architecture, relax in its pristine gardens and spot frescoes by famous Italian painters.

Villa Capra detta la Rotonda
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Olympic Theatre

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The classical amphitheaters of Ancient Rome provided the blueprint for Palladio’s final masterwork: a monumental Renaissance theater constructed in the 1580s.

Olympic Theatre
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Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico

This ornate church is a wonderful place to see a collection of religious art and enjoy uninterrupted views of Vicenza’s picturesque cityscape.

Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico
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Palladio Museum

Learn about the legacy of one of Italy’s most famous architects and explore exhibits that showcase the innovative 16th-century designer’s masterpieces.

Palladio Museum
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Gallerie di Palazzo Leoni Montanari

See an impressive collection of Russian icons and 18th-century Venetian art displayed in one of Vicenza’s most impressive palaces.

Gallerie di Palazzo Leoni Montanari
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Palazzo Chiericati

Witness the work of famed Venetian architect Andrea Palladio at this lavish palace, home to European art from the 15th to the 20th century.

Palazzo Chiericati
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Palazzo Thiene

Marvel at a palace designed by famed Venetian architect Andrea Palladio and take a guided tour through the expansive mansion to discover an impressive art collection.

Palazzo Thiene