Top 10 Castles in Veneto, Italy

January 4, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

Veneto (/ˈveɪnəˌtoʊ/ or /ˈvɛnətoʊ/, Italian: [ˈvɛːneto]; Venetian: Vèneto, Venetian pronunciation: ['vɛːneto]) is one of the 20 regions of Italy. Its population is about five million, ranking fifth in Italy. The region's capital and most populous city is Venice.
Restaurants in Veneto

1. Museo di Castelvecchio

Corso Castelvecchio 2, 37121, Verona Italy +39 045 806 2611 [email protected] http://museodicastelvecchio.comune.verona.it
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3,400 reviews

Museo di Castelvecchio

This impressive castle built in the 14th century houses a fine art gallery.

Reviewed By tizS_11 - Rome, Italy

This castle is one of the gems in the city of Verona. It is full of wonderful paintings from the medieval period to the 1700s magnificently displayed! You should not miss the following masterpieces: 1. Peter Paul Rubens’ “Portrait of a Lady” made for the Duke of Mantova 2. Pisanello’s “Madonna of the Quail” (this Madonna has the most beautiful face and hair in the history of Italian art!) 3. Mantegna’s “Holy Family.” Of course to see his masterpiece (the Correr altarpiece) you should walk to the nearby Basilica of San Zeno 4. Luca Giordano’s “Diana & Endimione” and “Bacchus e Ariadne” 5. Tiepolo’s “Heliodorus” 6. And finally the monumental equestrian statue of the smiling ruler of Verona Cangrande from 1300s. Some of these paintings were stolen in 2016 then found in Ucraine, and luckily returned intact to the Castelvecchio Museum. The castle also offers great views of the Adige river and the beautiful Scaliger Bridge! The bridge was bombed during WWII but then rebuilt. It is an amazing bridge. Visit the castle and its collection. You won’t regret!

2. Piazzale Castel San Pietro

Via Castel San Pietro, 37129, Verona Italy http://www.tourism.verona.it/en/enjoy/history-heritage/castles-and-fortresses/castel-san-pietro
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,509 reviews

Piazzale Castel San Pietro

Reviewed By Basyna - Ljubljana, Slovenia

Nice and cheap ride up with funicular, great view of the city, great spot for taking a picture of selfie

3. Castello Scaligero

Via Castello 1, 37018, Malcesine Italy +39 045 657 0333 [email protected] http://www.comunemalcesine.it/cultstoria-edifici-castello.php
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4.5 based on 2,572 reviews

Castello Scaligero

Reviewed By rokznidar

For a very appropriate entrance fee (6e) you see a very well thought out presentation of history and natural habitat. Together with a beautiful view and a pleasant town, this is a great destination to see.

4. Castello del Catajo

Via Cataio 1, 35041 Battaglia Terme Italy +39 349 934 7190 [email protected] http://www.castellodelcatajo.it
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4.5 based on 610 reviews

Castello del Catajo

During the visits inside the castle you will be toured by official guide who will explain and illustrates to you peculiarities of the complex.At the end of the tour you can have a nice walk in the park where we can see fish-ponds and several centuries-old sequoias and magnolias, which were the first ones to be imported to Europe from the newly discovered America.Moreover the six function rooms can hold prestigious events and cater for important guest at high standard level, as it befits a noble mansion.We can accommodate up to 350 seats for banquets at noble floor.Durante la visite all'interno del castello sarai guidato dai nostri accompagnatori che ti spiegheranno e illustreranno le peculiarita del complesso.Alla fine della visita potrai passeggiare nel giardino, abbellito da una piccola peschiera e da secolari magnolie e sequoie, tra le prime importate in Europa dalla recentemente scoperta America.Inoltre le 6 stanze affrescate possono ospitare prestigiosi eventi e cene ad alto livello, grazie ai pregi di una nobile dimora.Possiamo accomodare fino a 350 persone per banchetti nel piano nobile.

5. Castello di Monselice

Via del Santuario 17, 35043 Monselice Italy +39 0429 72931 [email protected] http://www.castellodimonselice.it/
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4.5 based on 465 reviews

Castello di Monselice

6. La Cinta Muraria - Camminamento di Ronda

Porte Bassanesi, 2, 35013 Cittadella Italy +39 049 940 4485 [email protected] http://www.muradicittadella.it
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4.5 based on 1,040 reviews

La Cinta Muraria - Camminamento di Ronda

The city walls of Cittadella are a rare example of medieval means of defense with a still practicable, perfectly preserved parapet walk. As a matter of fact it is one of the most beautiful means of defense in Europe.The recent restoration and safeguarding of the ancient Parapet Walk allows visitors to admire the town from favoured viewpoints.

Reviewed By dougz84

I had seen medieval castles before this one but this was definitely my best experience. Walking the walls of the castle gives you a unique perspective on medieval life. The views of the town within the castle as well as outside the walls is truly spectacular, especially with the mountains in the background. Expect the walk to take about an hour and a half. Cittadella is an excellent day trip for anyone interested in a real functioning medieval town.

7. Castello Papadopoli Giol

Piazza Papadopoli 2, 31020 San Polo di Piave Italy +39 0422 855033 [email protected] http://www.castellogiol.it/
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Castello Papadopoli Giol

8. Castello dei Da Peraga

Via Arrigoni 1 Località Peraga, 35010 Vigonza Italy +39 049 809 0211 http://www.turismopadova.it/it/punti-di-interesse/castello-dei-da-peraga
Excellent
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Castello dei Da Peraga

9. Castello di Arzignano

Piazza della Vittoria 35, 36071 Arzignano Italy +39 0444 476511
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Castello di Arzignano

10. Castello San Salvatore

Via Sottocroda, 31058, Susegana Italy +39 346 186 8410 [email protected] http://www.castellosansalvatore.it/
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Castello San Salvatore

A thousand years of emotions, art, history and nature since 1245. San Salvatore Castle is one of the most extensive late medieval complexes in Europe, where you can still breathe the scent of the centuries. It is a very exclusive private home that opens for special events both private and corporate. Extraordinary openings for visits or experiences on reservation.

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