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 Clock Tower while you're exploring the area.
Historic Centre
Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Palazzo del Bò or Piazza delle Erbe 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 Prato della Valle and Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua.
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Air conditioning doesn’t work through our stay
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Wow! We stayed in the apartment and it was FANTASTIC! Two very comfy beds, tons of space, kitchen, living room, great view of the canals. Great location. Would definitely stay here again. Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Very centric property. Pet friendly and very quiet rooms.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
What an incredible place. We will deffo come back!!!!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Staff are very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Palazzo Dei Guardiani
Excelent hotel, great service!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Padova: Baptistery of the Cathedral & Museum of the Diocese
From Abano Montegrotto Tour to Arquà Petrarca medieval village
Audio Guided Tour in Padua Baptistery and Museum of the Diocese
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
Tour to Villa dei Vescovi and the Valsanzibio Garden
