Padova Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A canal with statues, a bridge, and illuminated buildings at dusk.
A historic building with a red facade and multiple arches.
A historic bridge over a canal, a statue, and classical buildings with warm lighting at dusk.
A historic building with a dome and arches, surrounded by a plaza with shops and a clock tower.
A historic building with a central courtyard, arched walkways, and a statue.

Our guide on where to stay in Padova

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City Center Padova

Unique features of City Center Padova include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Piazza del Duomo or Piazza dei Signori while you're exploring the area.

A canal with statues, a bridge, and a building with domes.

Historic Centre

Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by MUSME or Palazzo del Bò while you're exploring the area.

An aerial view of a historic city with a central roundabout, dense urban buildings, and a prominent church with a dome.

Arcella

While Arcella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palazzo di Giustizia di Padova and Scrovegni Chapel.

A stone bridge over a canal with statues on pillars, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Guizza

Though Guizza may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Prato della Valle and Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua.

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107 Venice VE
The price is NZ$227 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$227
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,872 reviews)
"Excellent location, superb staff and would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel if you are visiting Venice, it is right off St. Mark's square with easy water taxi service to the airport and all for a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Antico Panada

Antico Panada

3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646 Venice VE
The price is NZ$140 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$140
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Antico Panada
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna

B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna

3 out of 5
Isola Nova del Tronchetto 16 Venice VE
The price is NZ$182 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$182
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and St. Mark's Square are located ...
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
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Semi-detached house with garden in a quiet area of ​​Padua

Semi-detached house with garden in a quiet area of ​​Padua

Padova Veneto
Stay at this holiday home in Padova. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua and Villa Molin are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"Perfekt"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Semi-detached house with garden in a quiet area of ​​Padua
Hu Venezia Camping in Town

Hu Venezia Camping in Town

3 out of 5
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7 Mestre VE
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (3,070 reviews)
"Great facilities and an ideal base for visiting Venice A fantastic resort with a real Center Parcs feel, offering loads of amenities and plenty to keep everyone entertained. The accommodation was a good size, providing plenty of space for a comfortable stay. The coach service into Venice was a real ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Calle Dei Guardiani, 2405 Venice VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and concierge services. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and St. Mark's Square are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (268 reviews)
"Beautiful property! There was a little garden area in the back that we would relax at after being exhausted on our feet, was lovely. Staff were super helpful, gave great recommendations. Only thing to be aware of is that it’s next to a school, so the school time pedestrian traffic can be quite loud. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Palazzo Dei Guardiani
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A large cathedral with multiple domes and spires, illuminated at night.

Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua

9.4/10 (612 reviews)
Romanesque and Byzantine architecture meld together in the monumental façade of this superb basilica, which was built in the years following St. Anthony’s death.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Padova Hop On Hop Off Tour 24h

City Sightseeing Padova Hop On Hop Off Tour 24h

NZ$30
per adult
City Sightseeing Padova Hop On Hop Off Tour 24h
Tour Accompanied by the Historic Center of Padua

Tour Accompanied by the Historic Center of Padua

NZ$70
per adult
Tour Accompanied by the Historic Center of Padua
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest

Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest

NZ$16
per adult
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
The canals of Vicenza

Audio Guided Tour of Veneto : Verona, Vicenza, Padua and Venice

NZ$8
per adult
Audio Guided Tour of Veneto : Verona, Vicenza, Padua and Venice
Venetian dinner experience: a journey through traditions

Venetian dinner experience: a journey through traditions

NZ$169
per adult
Venetian dinner experience: a journey through traditions
Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

NZ$14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
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Cities near Padova

A courtyard with outdoor seating, columns, and a building with a tiled roof.

Abano Terme

A sunset over a cityscape with a prominent church tower silhouetted against a vibrant sky.
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Legnaro

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