Corso Palladio: Its Many Names and the Stories It Tells

Stroll along Corso Palladio and venture into the historic districts of Vicenza in search of hidden clues, forgotten stories and unusual details.

The Experience: Mysteries, Literature and Historical Curiosities A guided walk to discover a fresh and surprising side to the city:

• The Names and Palaces of the Corso: Trace the historical evolution of Corso Palladio from Piazza Castello to Contrà Santa Corona, discovering the ‘Devil’s’ house, the palace with the 16th-century ‘video intercom’ and the façades featuring embedded cannonballs.
• Anecdotes and Literature: Discover the café from which Alessandro Manzoni was expelled and let yourself be guided by the words of six famous writers and an archaeologist who have chronicled these narrow streets.
• Memoirs, Ghosts and Murders: Relive the Vicenza of yesteryear amongst ancient shops, period artefacts, inscriptions, ghost stories and historical crimes.

Who it’s for: Ideal for local history enthusiasts, the curious, tourists and Vicenza residents who wish to rediscover their city from an unusual and fascinating perspective.