Distance from Vicenza: Approximately 38 km
Travel Time:

• By car: About 30-40 minutes along the A4 (Autostrada Serenissima), with recommended exits at Padova Ovest or Padova Est.
• By train: Frequent connections from Vicenza station to Padua, with a journey of 15-20 minutes on regional fast or high-speed trains.
• By bus: Direct services with a journey time of approximately 1 hour.

Recommended transportation: The train is the fastest and most convenient way to reach the historic center of Padua.

 

Padua: A Journey Through Art and History

Padova è una città che unisce tradizione e modernità, famosa per i suoi capolavori artistici, la vivacità delle piazze e l’atmosfera universitaria. Passeggiando tra i portici e le antiche vie, scoprirai un patrimonio storico-culturale di straordinaria bellezza.

 

Must-See Attractions

• Scrovegni Chapel: An absolute masterpiece of Western art, frescoed by Giotto, leaving you breathless with its sacred representations and vivid colors.
• Basilica of Saint Anthony: One of Italy's most important churches and a pilgrimage site, housing the relics of the Saint. Its Romanesque-Gothic architecture and magnificent cloisters deserve an in-depth visit.
• Prato della Valle: One of the largest squares in Europe, featuring a central green island surrounded by a canal adorned with statues of illustrious historical figures.
• Palazzo della Ragione: An imposing medieval building with its vast upper hall and stunning frescoes. Below it, the lively Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta come alive daily with bustling markets.
• Botanical Garden: The oldest university botanical garden still in its original location. A walk among rare plants and unique species is a truly enchanting experience.
• University of Padua: One of the oldest in Europe, where luminaries like Galileo Galilei once taught. Be sure to visit the Hall of the Forty and the Anatomical Theatre, one of the world's first structures of its kind.

 

Hidden Treasures and Picturesque Corners

Padua is full of surprises:

• The Jewish Ghetto: A quiet and historical area, home to synagogues, museums, and artisan shops.
• Caffè Pedrocchi: A historic "café without doors," a symbol of the city and perfect for an elegant break in the heart of the center.
• Padua’s Arcades: Kilometers of covered walkways that make the city perfect for exploring on foot, sheltered in any season.
• Boat Tours: Discover the city from a unique perspective, sailing along ancient waterways and admiring historic landmarks from the water.

 

Padua Experiences

• Evening stroll at Prato della Valle: At night, the illuminated square becomes even more magical.
• Aperitivo in Piazza delle Erbe: Relax in the lively local bars of the historic center.
• Visit to artisan workshops: Explore local traditions, from typical sweets like the “Pazientina” to handcrafted products.