Castel del Monte guided tour

SS 170 dir A, km 0,400, 76123 Andria BT, Italy, Andria, Italy

Overview

Duration

1h 30min

Languages

English, Italian

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Discover all the secrets and mysteries of Castel del Monte, the most visited national monument in Southern Italy! Enjoy a guided tour of the octagonal castle built by Emperor Frederick II and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.Book your tour and entrance ticket together, to get to admire the castle's exteriors and the breathtaking landscape of the Murgia. Find out about the monument's setting in a position of control and about its unusual shape. You will be fascinated by the quantity of mathematical, astronomical, and geometric references that this monument offers.Then, immerse yourself in a unique medieval atmosphere inside an octagonal castle made of typical Apulian limestone. Here you will have the opportunity to wander between the two floors, to discover the 16 rooms, to stroll through the octagonal courtyard, and to admire the octagonal towers, and the spiral staircase.

What to remember

Important info

Please note that it is not possible to book the entrance tickets without booking the guided tour
This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to take place. If the minimum isn't reached you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
It is suggested to wear comfortable clothes and shoes and to bring a bottle of water

What's included

Expert guide

What's not included

Entrance fees to Castel del Monte (€8.00 per person)

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Take part in a guided tour of Castel del Monte, the castle of Emperor Frederick II. Discover the octagonal building, the mysteries, and symbolism surrounding its unusual shape. Follow your guide between the 2 floors, among the 16 rooms, and the octagonal courtyard

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Meeting Point

In front of Ristorante "L'Imperatore" di CAT Basile Giovanni.