Cremona Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Highlights

  • Enjoy a 2.5-hour, privately guided walking tour of Cremona with a captivating guide

  • Visit the heart of Cremona - the Piazza del Comune - and learn about its stunning Baptistery and Cathedral

  • Discover the Torrazzo bell tower and its astronomical clock

  • Learn about daily life in Cremona with local insights

  • Wander through the medieval old quarter on a personalized experience of the city

Summary

Cremona, a city steeped in history and culture, may be most noted for its traditional violin-making, but there’s much much more to this charming commune to be discovered. From the spectacular views of the bustling Piazza del Comune to the Baroque and Neoclassical-appointed street signs and architecture, explore the best of the city with an expert guide.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
20
Pricing (From)
Group: (2-99 years)
€260.00
Commentary
English, Italian
Meeting Point

Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 5, Cremona, 26100, IT

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The enchanting Cremona on the banks of the River Po is a city best known for its highly coveted 16th century Stradivarius violins - but there are secrets around every corner of this perfectly pruned market town.

Your private walking tour through the city takes you to some of its most notable attractions, as your expert guide explains the history of the area and how it pertains to daily life today. At the Piazza del Comune - the veritable heart of the city and known locally as ‘Piazza del Duomo’ - you’ll take in the curious eight-sided Baptistery and captivating Cathedral. The decorated bell-tower of the Torrazzo of Cremona dates back to 1525, and you’ll learn about its beautiful astronomical clock as you take in the eclectic atmosphere of the surrounding square.

Meandering through the charming streets your guide will point out the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical signs all around you. You’ll take in some of the city’s most spectacular churches, while at Negozio Sperlari you’ll discover what’s inside the most ancient shop in town.

This private tour offers a personalized experience of the city where you’ll discover its true history, and come away with an understanding of how daily life unfolds in one of Lombardy’s most musical towns.

Sites Visited
Piazza del Comune,
Piazza Stradivari,
Cathedral of Cremona (outside),
Torrazzo de Cremona (outside),
Negozio Sperlari,
Church of Sant'Abbondio,
Church of Santa Agata

What’s included?

  • Local guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance Tickets (should you wish to enter a site)

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Things to know

Before you book

  • This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a light to moderate pace without difficulty. Comfortable walking shoes are a must.

  • Tours run rain or shine. Please dress accordingly. In the event of exceptionally heavy rain, the tour may be canceled and you will be given a full refund.

  • Please note, this tour does not include entrance to the main sites. If you’d like to visit any particular site, you will need to buy a ticket at the location.

Before you go

  • This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a light to moderate pace without difficulty. Comfortable walking shoes are a must.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point ready for your tour - prior to arrival use the bathroom and ensure you have eaten.

  • Tours run rain or shine. Please dress accordingly. In the event of exceptionally heavy rain, the tour may be canceled and you will be given a full refund.

  • Please note, this tour does not include entrance to the main sites. If you’d like to visit any particular site, you will need to buy a ticket at the location.

  • Due to circumstances beyond our control, sites may occasionally close. We make every effort to stay as close to the advertised itinerary but substitutions/omissions may be necessary.

  • No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.