Things to do in Padua
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Padua was catapulted into the limelight by UNESCO’s recent recognition of the city’s Scrovegni Chapel as a World Heritage Site. Art lovers have been drawn here to admire Giotto’s showstopping fresco cycle for centuries, however, and the city’s attractive old town is home to a collection of lovely squares and historic cafés bustling with students from the local university. Pilgrims are drawn to the Basilica of St. Anthony, and boat cruises and bike tours along the Riviera di Brenta also top the list of the most popular things to do.
Top 4 attractions in Padua
Scrovegni Chapel (Cappella degli Scrovegni)
Prato della Valle
Villa dei Vescovi
History of Medicine Museum of Padova (MUSME Padova)
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Known for its Renaissance frescoes and Roman ruins, the charming city of Padua is also home to Italy’s largest square—Prato della Valle. This northern Italian gem’s most famous sight is Scrovegni Chapel, but travelers also come here to visit the popular pilgrimage location of the Basilica of St. Anthony.
...MoreYes, Padua is worth visiting—especially if you’re interested in art, history, and architecture. It has fewer crowds than the nearby tourist hot spots of Venice and Verona but boasts its own medley of historical landmarks. On top of this, it offers beautiful squares, cafés, and a vibrant food scene.
...MorePadua visitors typically make a beeline for its religious sites, such as the Basilica of St. Anthony and Scrovegni Chapel, famed for having 14th-century frescoes by painter Giotto. Another essential Padua experience is having a coffee at the historic Pedrocchi Café, which dates back to the 18th century.
...MoreTwo days allow you to leisurely explore the highlights of Padua. However, if you’re short on time, then it’s a manageable day trip if you’re catching a train from Bologna, Florence, Milan, Venice, or Verona. Plan wisely and you can see many of its top landmarks in a day.
...MoreThere is no difference between Padua and Padova. They both refer to the same place—a picturesque city that’s situated in northeast Italy’s Veneto region. “Padova” is the Italian translation of the city’s name, while Padua is how the city is referred to in English and other languages.
...MoreYes, Padua is a beautiful city. You can see the medieval frescoes of Scrovegni Chapel, take a boat trip on the Riviera del Brenta canal, or stroll through one of the world’s oldest botanical gardens. It’s also home to plenty of photogenic squares—such as Piazza dei Signori.
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