Padua, Italy

Padua

Giotto's frescoes, lively market squares and an old university.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Padua

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Scrovegni Chapel and Giotto's frescoes; book a time slot.
  2. AfternoonWander the market squares around the Palazzo della Ragione.
  3. EveningHave a spritz on the Piazza delle Erbe, a favourite with students.

Day 2

Take the train to Venice, half an hour away.

What to eat

A Spritz, invented in the Veneto, and bigoli pasta.

Local tips

Make the most of Padua

Beat the crowds

Padua is relaxed. The Scrovegni Chapel needs a time slot.

Best photo spot

The huge square Prato della Valle with its statues.

Getting there

Trains from Venice take about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Euganean Hills, with villages and thermal towns.

Good to know

Book the Scrovegni Chapel with Giotto's frescoes well ahead: visits are short and timed.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Padua

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Plan your visit

Getting to Padua

Getting there

  • Treviso Airport (TSF)35 km away
  • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)40 km away
  • Venice35 km away
  • Ferrara65 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Padua: good to know

Is Padua worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Giotto's frescoes, lively market squares and an old university.

How many days do you need in Padua?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Padua?

You can visit all year. Padua is relaxed. The Scrovegni Chapel needs a time slot.

How do you get to Padua?

The nearest airport is Treviso Airport (TSF), about 35 km away. Trains from Venice take about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Padua?

Nearby hidden places include Venice (34 km), Burano (43 km) and Ferrara (66 km).

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