Guided Tours

Castel del Monte Small-Group Guided Tour

Name: Castel del Monte Small-Group Guided Tour
Start: 2025-01-03T10:00:00
End: 2025-01-03T11:00:00
Location: Castel del Monte

Tour group with guide exploring Castel del Monte, Andria, Italy.

Throne room interior of Castel del Monte, Andria, featuring octagonal architecture.

Castel del Monte, octagonal fortress built by Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor, Andria, Italy.

Ceiling of Castel del Monte in Andria, featuring intricate geometric patterns and historical architecture.

Get tickets for Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a guided tour in English or Italian with a small group.

Highlights

Take a 1-hour small-group guided tour to learn about Castel del Monte, the most important medieval monument in southern Italy.
Discover the 13th-century castle with its octagonal shape—8 sides, equal lengths, and octagonal towers at each corner, making it exceptional.
Climb upstairs for breathtaking views of fields and hills; the castle's prime location provides a stunning panorama of the surrounding scenery.
Choose an English or Italian guide to explore the castle's history and learn about Emperor Frederick II Hohenstaufen, the visionary behind its construction.
Fun fact: The castle is designed with geometric precision—equal angles, a symmetrical layout, and intriguing math, it's a construction marvel that blends precision and mystery.

Inclusions

1-hour guided tour of Castel del Monte
English or Italian-speaking guide (based on option selected)
Entry to Castel del Monte

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your experience

Journey through 13th century splendor

Join a friendly small-group tour exploring Castel del Monte, built way back in the 13th century by Emperor Frederick II. Step into the Great Hall, where remarkable ribbed vaulting and intricate decor showcases the castle's architectural grandeur. See Emperor Frederick II's quarters, believed to be his residence. Observe the detailed animal sculptures—eagles, lions, and griffins—up close, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship within Castel del Monte.

Decode the magic of number 8

The castle offers sweeping views, showcasing its strategic importance and the medieval landscape below, with the number 8 appearing over and over again in the design elements of the castle. Throughout the guided tour, led by your English or Italian-speaking guide depending on your preference, you will uncover the rationale behind this intriguing phenomenon.

Know before you go

Accessibility

Guests with mobility issues can participate in the visit to the ground floor and courtyard.

Additional information

Children aged 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.