City Center Padova Travel Guide

Padova

A courtyard with a building featuring arched walkways and a dome.
A historic church with multiple domes and bell towers.
An ornate church interior with wooden pews, a central altar, and elaborate frescoes on the walls and ceiling.
A large brick building with multiple domes and a statue of a horse.
A historic building with a courtyard, arches, and a dome.

Stay near popular City Center Padova attractions

An ornate theater with a golden ceiling, rows of wooden chairs, and a stage with a projector screen.

University of Padova

8.8/10 (625 reviews)
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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Things to do

Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

£6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Il Burchiello in front of Villa Giovanelli

Full-Day Padua to Venice Burchiello Brenta Riviera Boat Cruise

£126
per adult
Full-Day Padua to Venice Burchiello Brenta Riviera Boat Cruise
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest

Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest

£7
per adult
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
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Top hotels in City Center Padova

Hotel Casa del Pellegrino

Hotel Casa del Pellegrino

3 out of 5
Via Melchiorre Cesarotti 21 Padova PD
The price is £73 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£73
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Padova. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything went well and the location was perfect for me. Staff was helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Hotel Casa del Pellegrino
Hotel Igea

Hotel Igea

3 out of 5
Via Ospedale 87 Padova PD
The price is £76 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£76
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Padova. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"This is a nice quiet hotel and the staff are lovely. It is convenient on the edge of the old town and a short walk from the Basilica."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Hotel Igea
Donatello

Donatello

3 out of 5
Via del Santo, 102/104 Padova PD
The price is £89 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£89
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Padova. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (360 reviews)
"very nice property. clean, comfortable good location"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Donatello
Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre

Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre

4 out of 5
Corso Milano 40 Padova PD
The price is £124 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£124
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Padova. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua ...
9/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
"Great hotel and lovely staff. Easy and convenient located. Will be back next year!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre
Campanile Venice Mestre

Campanile Venice Mestre

3 out of 5
Via Cà Marcello 8G Mestre VE
The price is £56 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£56
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Campanile Venice Mestre
Hotel Plaza Venice

Hotel Plaza Venice

4 out of 5
Viale Stazione 36 Mestre VE
The price is £84 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£84
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Plaza Venice
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Where to stay in City Center Padova

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A canal with statues, a bridge, and a building with domes.

Historic Centre

Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by MUSME or Palazzo del Bò while you're exploring the area.

An aerial view of a historic city with a central roundabout, dense urban buildings, and a prominent church with a dome.

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 Palazzo di Giustizia di Padova and Scrovegni Chapel.

A stone bridge over a canal with statues on pillars, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Guizza

Though Guizza may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Prato della Valle and Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua.

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