5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Padova is wonderful. Glad we stayed here rather than in Venice.
Padova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Padova
City Center Padova
Unique features of City Center Padova include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Padua Cathedral or Clock Tower while you're exploring the area.
Historic Centre
4.5/5(30 area reviews)
Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Padua Cathedral or Clock Tower 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.
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is ฿5,564 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿5,564
฿6,463 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,510 reviews)
"Close to the Basilica and square. Staff was very nice and helpful. We were able to store our bags and walk around until it was time for our early check in. We had a little balcony that opened up to the canal which was great!! Bathroom was spacious with a deep soaking bathtub. Bed was comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025
Hotel Montecarlo
Calle Specchieri 463 San Marco, Venice, VE
The price is ฿6,165 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿6,165
฿7,048 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,226 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and accommodating. Location was great and in the middle of all of the action."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025
Hotel Plaza Venice
Viale Stazione 36, Mestre, VE
The price is ฿5,711 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿5,711
฿6,519 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
"Location was excellent, just close to Mestre train station. Breakfast was excellent."
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7, Marghera, Mestre, VE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campsite in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,484 reviews)
"AUR CABIN AT THE TIME WE ARRIVE IT WAS"
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Via Ca' Marcello 8L, Mestre, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (676 reviews)
"Excellent apartment option for nearby Venice. Very close to the train station, a couple of restaurants and bars. There is a huge supermarket very close by for stocking up on essentials. The staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly and made the stay more enjoyable. Apartment is well appointed with ..."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025
San Marco Palace
Piazza San Marco, Ponte dei Dai 875, Venice, VE
Stay at this 4-star residence in Venice. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (750 reviews)
"Venice is my favorite city in the world! The location of this property can't be beaten. You could literally hit a golf ball to Piazza San Marco! The property itself; however, is actually kinda weird. When we checked in, the front desk lady walked us to our room. By leading us up some stairs, down ..."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
4.5/5(27 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.
University of Padova
4.5/5(43 reviews)
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
4.5/5(229 reviews)
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
You can learn about the history of Padova with a trip to Padua Cathedral. 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
4/5(11 reviews)
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.
Things to do
Italian Pizza Cooking Class with Chef Francesco in Padova
฿2,855
per adult
Padova: Baptistery of the Cathedral & Museum of the Diocese
฿457
per adult
Lasagne Bolognese cooking and eating with Francesco
฿2,855
per adult
Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Padua
฿5,519
per adult
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
฿365
per adult
Reviews of Padova
4.6
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Padova is a pleasing city - lovely architecture, great indoor market. Plenty to do. We visited here only because of the flooding in Venice - really glad we did - lots of good restaurants and reasonably priced.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Will be back.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Nice place
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Thoroughly enjoyed Padova - great mixture of Art and Architecture. Easy to navigate, with lovely side streets leading to lively Piazzas. Good was great, and all major shopping brands available alongside local crafts
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Lovely town which much to see, calm and quiet compared to Venice which we did a day trip to. Good shopping and wonderful food markets