Padova is one of the most important cities in the Veneto region, where a glorious cultural and artistic past can be felt in its streets, alongside a vibrant and dynamic present.

The city’s many attractions make it a destination for tourists from all over the world: the Basilica of Saint Anthony, the Cathedral, the grandeur of Prato della Valle, the centuries-old arcades in the city center, the historic university seat of Palazzo del Bo, the paths of Europe’s first university Botanical Garden, the Palazzo della Ragione and the Loggia dei Carraresi, the Scrovegni Chapel with Giotto’s frescoes, ancient buildings with 14th-century frescoes, the bustling markets of Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta, and the historic Caffè Pedrocchi.

Padova is rich in treasures, not only in its historic center but also in the surrounding areas. The sights of the province of Padua go beyond the city itself: medieval villages, world-famous thermal spas, nature trails through the gentle slopes of the Euganean Hills, hamlets, wineries, noble villas, and castles.