Padova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Padova
Where to stay in Padova
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.
Historic Centre
Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Palazzo Zabarella or Palazzo del Bò while you're exploring the area.
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.
Guizza
Though Guizza may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museo Naturalistico di Villa Beatrice and Prato della Valle.
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Staff at desk ok
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Rialto
The room was spotless and gorgeous. Aldo at the front desk was extremely helpful. Actually the entire staff was great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Venice Maggior Consiglio
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Palazzo Gilberto
Très bel logement, propre et fonctionnel, je recommande.
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2024
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
The staff are all friendly and the rooms are very nice.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Great time staying at Hu! Clean and safe!Yummy breakfast! If you are relying on public transport, nearest bus stop to go to Rialto is like 20 min walk away.Shuttle bus availability is there to different locations from infront of hu- but not very frequent. Great place..Will visit again..
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
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.
University of Padova
Follow in the footsteps of former tutor Galileo at Italy’s second-oldest university and marvel at the very old permanent anatomical theater and botanical garden.
Scrovegni Chapel
See some of Giotto’s finest frescoes in person in the breathtakingly beautiful interior of this 14th-century church, which stands in a scenic park.
Padua Cathedral
Padua Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Padova, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Prato della Valle
Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues.
Pedrocchi Cafe
Take a truly unique coffee break in this ornate café. Over the centuries it has played a role in attempted revolutions and hosted writers such as George Sand.
Activities
Padova: Baptistery of the Cathedral & Museum of the Diocese
Audioguides to discover Veneto: Vicenza, Padua and Venice
Euganean Hills Wine Tasting Tour With Private Transfer Included
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
From Abano Montegrotto Tour to Arquà Petrarca medieval village
