Italy · Walking Tours

1-Hour Prato Walking Tour with Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio

1 Hour Round trip from 59100 Prato Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Cathedral of Prato and see Donatello's pulpit
  • 02 Stroll through Town Hall Square and discover the statue of Datini
  • 03 Explore Palazzo Pretorio and its artworks from the Middle Ages to the 21st century
  • 04 See a well-preserved 13th-century house tower
  • 05 Visit the Castle of Emperor Frederick and Santa Maria delle Carceri

Explore the highlights of Prato, a city in Tuscany and the capital of the Province of Prato, on this short walking tour. Stroll along the city's cobbled streets to discover ancient buildings, local shops, and landmarks such as the Cathedral of Prato, Town Hall Square, and Palazzo Pretorio. Learn about the city's rich heritage and culture, and enjoy time to buy souvenirs and taste the local cuisine.

Meet your guide at the agreed-upon location and head to the Cathedral of Prato, decorated with Donatello's pulpit, one of the artist's last works.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Prato
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Prato Cathedral, Palazzo Pretorio and Historic Center Walk

  • Meet your guide at the agreed-upon location and head to the Cathedral of Prato, decorated with Donatello's pulpit, one of the artist's last works.
  • Stroll through Town Hall Square and discover the statue of Datini, one of the most important citizens and businessmen who lived here during the Middle Ages.
  • Walk to Palazzo Pretorio, the former palace of the High Magistrate, which has now been turned into a museum.
  • Discover paintings and sculptures ranging from the Middle Ages to the 21st century.
  • Stop by a well-preserved original house tower built in the 13th century.
  • Visit the Castle of Emperor Frederick, which still embodies his military power.
  • See the Renaissance church of Santa Maria delle Carceri and St. Francis Church.

End of the tour.

Castello dell'Imperatore, Prato Cathedral, Palazzo Pretorio, Santa Maria delle Carceri, Prato

Where this trip takes you

Castello dell'Imperatore, Prato Cathedral, Palazzo Pretorio, Santa Maria delle Carceri, Prato

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 59100 Prato 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Prato tour guide

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Prato, Province of Prato, Italy
Tour start
59100 Prato, Province of Prato, Italy
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 hour finishes where it began, in 59100 Prato.

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