City Center Padova Travel Guide
Padova
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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
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
Audio Guided Tour in Padua Baptistery and Museum of the Diocese
Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Padova: Baptistery of the Cathedral & Museum of the Diocese
Padua St Anthony's life Tour with Option to Camposampiero
Top hotels in City Center Padova
Hotel Casa del Pellegrino
"what I like most about the property is the distance from the Basilica of Saint Anthony, which what our main purpose in going to Padova. It's basically a few steps from the church. The facility is clean, they have decent breakfast and the staff were nice and accomodating."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre
"very clean room and hotel"
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Donatello
"Staff on reception were super helpful and kind enough to let me practise my awful Italian on them while speaking English to my husband. They let us borrow a charger to fit into the sockets as our UK ones did not fit so we could charge our phones. Breakfast was very slightly disappointing, usual Italian ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Majestic Toscanelli
"Spacious room, helpful staff in the nice breakfast room, the lounge, and throughout the day."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Plaza Venice
"Worn out decor and rooms, decent breakfast, smell of drains in bathroom and lobby, ridiculously expensive considering these negatives, the only good thing was proximity to the railway station and access to Venice"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
"Clea room, cozy ambience, swimming pool, pet friendly, food are great, market is affordable and the convenient service bus to Venice. Superb place! I love this camping site. I will stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around City Center Padova
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.
