Vicenza Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality of Northern Italy
About Vicenza
Vicenza is an ancient city. In 157 BCE it entered into the Roman Empire with the nameVicetiaorVincentia. In 889 it was destroyed by Hungarians, and in 1001 it became an episcopal stronghold. In 1404 it became part of the Republic ofVenice. The 16th century was very important for Vicenza because Andrea Palladio built several villas and palaces. During the 19th century, after the fall of Napoleon, the city was taken by Austria, but in 1848 the citizens rebelled against the Austrian government and in 1866 it finally became part of the Kingdom of Italy.
Top Attractions in Vicenza
Explore the best things to see and do in Vicenza:
- ★Basilica Palladiana
- ★Il Santuario di Monte Berico
- ★Natural History and Archeological Museum
- ★Palazzo Leoni Montanari
- ★Palazzo Thiene
- ★Palazzo Valmarana Braga
- ★Villa Capra or the Rotonda
- ★Villa Valmarana ai Nani
Where to Eat in Vicenza
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Antico Guelfo
- 🍴Pizzeria al Vecio Portego
- 🍴Pretto Gelato Arte Italiana
- 🍴Righetti
- 🍴Ristorante agli Schioppi
- 🍴Ristorante Ponte delle Bele
Where to Stay in Vicenza
- 🏨Camping Vicenza
- 🏨G Boutique Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Castagna
- 🏨Hotel Victoria
- 🏨Hotel Viest
- 🏨Ostello di Vicenza
Vicenza Travel Guide Sections
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