What are the best things to do in Padua?
Top picks in Padua include Saint Anthony's cathedral, Scrovegni Chapel, Astronomic Observatory. See the full list and itinerary on this Padua travel guide.
Photo: Hannelore · CC BY-SA 3.0
Why visit Padua
Travel guide for Padua, Italy — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Padua is a stop in Italy, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Saint Anthony's cathedral, Scrovegni Chapel, Astronomic Observatory instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 100–220 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Padua
1
Saint Anthony's cathedral
2
Scrovegni Chapel
3
Astronomic Observatory
Plan your trip
Padua itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Saint Anthony's cathedral
- Visit Scrovegni Chapel
- Visit Astronomic Observatory
- Eat at Pizzeria Al Duomo
Budget
Padua trip cost
Budget
USD 45–75
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 100–220
per person / day
Luxury
USD 255–420+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Padua, Italy. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Padua
Estimated total (USD)
$2,880
≈ $1,440 per person · $411 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $160/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Padua mid-range ground costs (budget 45–75 · mid 100–220 · luxury 255–420+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Pizzeria Al Duomo
Pago Pago
Ai Talli
Oktoberfest
La Lanterna
Birrolandia
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Ariston Molino Hotel Abano Terme
Hotel Eliseo
Hotel Abano Terme Grandtorino
Hotel Igea
Hotel Maccaroni
Nightlife
- Caffè Pedrocchi
Museums & culture
- Saint Anthony's cathedral
In pictures
Padua gallery
Photos: Hannelore, joergens.mi, Tournasol7, Frank Kovalchek from Anchorage, Alaska, USA, Didier Descouens — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Padua travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Padua?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Padua?
Plan at least 1 days in Padua for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Padua?
Popular stays in Padua include Ariston Molino Hotel Abano Terme, Hotel Eliseo, Hotel Abano Terme Grandtorino. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Padua cost?
On the ground in Padua (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 45–75 per person per day, mid-range about 100–220, and luxury about 255–420+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Padua, Italy. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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