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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Being in the shadows of Venice has its ups and downs. The disadvantage is that Padua sometimes gets ignored. On the flip side, that means that its visitors can enjoy a nice and quiet visit without the hustle and bustle from its famous neighbor. Although only an hour away from Venice, Padua seems a world apart with its medieval marketplaces, fascist era buildings and Italy’s second oldest University. Not to forget that it is also the resting place of Saint Anthony, the patron saint of the illiterate, the poor, the finder of lost things, and of blessed weddings. Be sure not to get lost and walk in the footsteps of Galileo, Giotto, St. Anthony or Titian and discover why this city challenged both Venice and Verona for regional hegemony.
What's included
Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Private guided Tour
Local Guide who will be with your group only
Gratuities
Entrance fees
What to expect
Padua
Pass by
You will see:
Piazza dei Signori
Torre dell'Orologio
Palazzo della Regione
Piazza della Frutta
Piazza dell'erbe
Via Santa Lucia
Palazzo Bo
City Hall of Padua
Pratto della Valle
Orto Botanico
Basilica de San Antonio
Palazzo Zabarella
Catedral de Santa Maria Assunta
You will learn about:
Foundation legend by trojans
Roman period
Christianization
The sack of Attila the Hun
Arrival of the Goths and the Lombards
The Franks and Episcopal rule
Rise of the Commune
Building of St. Antony’s Basilica
Founding of the University of Padua
Venetian rule
Austrian Habsburg rule
The unification of Italy
World War I
The rise of fascism
World War II and the bombing of Padua
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
At the Torre dell'Orologio tower
End point
At the Torre dell'Orologio tower
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
