Gioco del Ponte 2025 - extraordinary opening of the Royal Palace

Gioco del Ponte 2025 - apertura straordinaria di Palazzo Reale
Gioco del Ponte 2025 - apertura straordinaria di Palazzo Reale
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Palazzo Reale, Torre del Cantone
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At the National Museum of Palazzo Reale is exposed the richest heritage of armor and historical targons of the Game of the Bridge, the ancient Pisan game. 

On the occasion of the spectacular historical re-enactment, Saturday 28 June, the Royal Palace will be open regularly from 9 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. In the afternoon it will be open from 4 to 8 p.m..

At 4.30 p.m. and 6 p.m. will be held the guided tour "Strength, Honor and History: the Game of the Bridge to the Royal Palace" by the Cooperative Archaeology and Itinera Livorno Culture and Tourism. Through the rooms of the museum dedicated to the game, you will discover this ancient city tradition, between military strategy, social ritual and neighborhood identity, up to its current form.

Duration: 1 hour

Cost: 8,00€ (adults), 6,00€ (children 6-12 years), free under 6 year + entrance ticket to the museum (5€ full price, 2€ reduced and free under 18 years).

Reservation not necessary but recommended by writing on WhatsApp at + 39 324 0018050.

For the occasion will be exceptionally open to the public also the evocative Tower of the Canton, privileged observation point on the Lungarno and the Ponte di Mezzo, scenario of the Game. A unique opportunity to admire the city from another perspective and to immerse yourself in a fascinating page of its history.