Villa Barbaro - World Heritage Site

Villa Barbaro - World Heritage Site

Villa Barbaro - World Heritage Site
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Sabina L
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2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Friends
We visited the villa on July 26, 2024 with the shift of 5.15 pm. initially we were shown the main floor of the villa and could not take pictures because of the frescoes, as it is a private house. The guide, rather quick, spoke quickly and explained the frescoes and the structure with technical and specific terms, perhaps difficult to understand for those who do not know particularly about art, perhaps it would have been better to introduce them in one or two words so that everyone could understand. The visit was supposed to last from 1.15h to 1.30h, but after only an hour the guide had already finished the visit. When asked those few questions the guide answered sarcastically and hastily.
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Written 27 July 2024
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Angela_Serra
Florence, Italy295 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
The visit to the villa is very quick, but it is definitely worth it. Veronese's frescoes are very beautiful even for non-art experts.
Unfortunately the nymphaeum was under renovation and we were unable to see it. The garden is pleasant and worth a walk
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Written 14 October 2023
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Manrico
Brescia, Italy5 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Unlike the Villa Emo ("Museum Island" circuit) it is NOT possible to take photographs here. However, this absolutely does not preclude the purchase of a volume (which we did at Villa Emo). The shots are shared on social media or with friends/family who may decide to visit these places in the future. The catalog is purchased on a personal basis precisely in the wake of the shots taken: for pleasure and/or enrichment of one's library. The idea of displaying the wines from the cellar in the Stanza di Bacco is also terrible.
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Written 4 March 2024
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Joseph F
Nashville, TN69 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2017 • Family
The villa is magnificent; I wanted to add this review because I think the website and reviews do not pay justice to the restaurant, which has delightful wines and truly special local plates. I would highly recommend eating lunch here.
Written 1 October 2017
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Sharon, MA804 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2011 • Couples
We went to visit the Villa Barbaro because we wanted to see a Palladio building. Little did we know that while the building and grounds are impressive (if a bit run down after all these years), the murals by Veronese are stunning -- so expressive and life-like, with nice touches of humor, and generally in great condition. The nymphaeum in the back of the villa (a semi-circular arrangement of larger-than-life statues of mythological figures behind a reflecting pool) was also fun to look at (again, lots of touches of humor).

A few tips on visiting: 1) It's not easy to find the villa, and we didn't find the directions on the villa's Web site completely helpful. So, be sure you have a good local map and keep an eye out for turns. 2) The De Gusto restaurant next to the villa is fabulous -- great food, and very informal. If you like local cheeses and jams and honey, this is your place! 3) We visited the villa on a Wednesday afternoon in October, and for nearly an hour, we were the only visitors there. So, if you want to avoid the crowds, try a mid-week visit in the shoulder season. 4) Photographs aren't allowed inside the building, so, be prepared to savor the memories in your mind's eye.
Written 11 November 2011
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Eljer88
Princeton, NJ41 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2017 • Couples
If you've read Sally Gable's "Palladian Days" and want to see a good example of a Palladian villa, but can't make it to Villa Cornaro on the days it is open, this is a good example of a Palladian Villa. The docents are knowledgeable and helpful to ensure you get the most out of the visit. You can imagine yourself in the villa long ago as it has been carefully restored. NOTE: you will have to wear little covers over your shoes while in the villa. Also, there is a nice restaurant on the property "De Gusto" to have a drink or meal before/after your tour. HINT: we took the train from Padova and then caught a taxi. It isn't the easiest to walk to.
Written 27 September 2017
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Ena G
Houston, TX14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2013 • Family
Beautiful place, so beautiful and the wines are great! The chapel that only opens tuesday is paladian magic.
Written 21 March 2013
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oaklees
sussex66 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2012 • Couples
The best Palladio Villa I have visited, made so special by the fact that it is still lived in. have fun!
Written 12 October 2012
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TXHillCountry10
Austin, TX61 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Don't miss seeing Palladio's Villa Barbaro if you are in the area. Unless you are familiar with the man, his architecture and his concepts, check out a few books from the library or do some searches on the internet before your trip. It will definitely enhance your appreciation of this Villa and the frescoes. Although the chapel near the Villa, Tempietto, is currently being restored, it will reopen in 2011. Although the villa is a little more outside the village of Maser than I had expected, it is a lovely area for a drive and parking at the villa is easy.
Written 10 October 2010
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Rocky874
Brooklyn, NY25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2018
One of Andrea Palladio's most known works. Fabulous as a single stop or combined with a pilgrimage to as many Palladian masterpieces as possible. Caroline Constant's book provides easy maps and great descriptions.
Written 7 February 2019
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