City Center Padova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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![Scoletta del Santo featuring interior views, heritage elements and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/258000/258258-Padova-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit City Center Padova
Popular places to visit
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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.
![Scrovegni Chapel showing religious aspects, heritage elements and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/258000/258303-Scrovegni-Chapel-Padova.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Palazzo del Bò which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/258000/258465-Palazzo-Del-Bo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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.
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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.
![Piazza delle Erbe showing a city, a square or plaza and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/258000/258236-Padova-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Piazza delle Erbe
Explore one of the largest and oldest markets in Italy before venturing into the spectacular Palazzo della Ragione, home to famous frescoes.
Activities
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Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Padua
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Italian Pizza Cooking Class with Chef Francesco in Padova
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Lasagne Bolognese cooking and eating with Francesco
![Highlights of Padua: City Exploration Game](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5184377/c8196926-a338-47ff-a58a-a07c070b464f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Magic Padua Highlights: Exploration Game and Tour
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Tour to the walled town of Monselice from Padua
Our pick of the best City Center Padova Hotel Deals
![Donatello](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12600000/12591600/12591580/0e320af1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025
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Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025
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Reviewed on 4 Oct. 2024
![Le Camp Suite & SPA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21490000/21485300/21485258/4fcb2b2d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025
![Hotel Canton dell Orto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39020000/39015700/39015625/338820f8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024
![Majestic Toscanelli](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1573900/1573852/d24c4ea0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Center Padova
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Historic Centre
Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Padua Cathedral or Piazza del Duomo while you're exploring the area.
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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 Giardini dell'Arena and Scrovegni Chapel.
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Guizza
Though Guizza may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Prato della Valle and Padua Botanical Garden.