5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Padova is wonderful. Glad we stayed here rather than in Venice.
Padova Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Padova
City Center Padova
Unique features of City Center Padova include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Piazza del Duomo or Piazza dei Signori while you're exploring the area.
Historic Centre
4.5/5(30 area reviews)
Unique features of Historic Centre include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Piazza delle Erbe or Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Isola Nova del Tronchetto 17, Venice, VE
The price is £109 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£109
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and Grand ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (336 reviews)
"While the hotel is isolated a bit, it is truly a remarkable gem and located right next to so many transportation options."
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Hotel Rialto
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto, Venice, VE
The price is £212 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£212
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, service and vibe"
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is £143 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
£143
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
"El hotel está muy bien ubicado, cerca de San Marcos, La Academia, hay buenos restaurantes cerca, área segura. Muy buen desayuno."
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Via Ca' Marcello 8L, Mestre, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (734 reviews)
"Great staff"
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7, Marghera, Mestre, VE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campsite in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,660 reviews)
"We have had a pleasant experience with hu Venezia camping. Excelent property condition and lovely staff. I do recommend"
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025
Palazzo Dei Guardiani
Calle Dei Guardiani, 2405, Venice, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and concierge services. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"We were very happy with the newly-renovated one bedroom apartment within walking distance of the major sites in Venice. there were also many restaurant options nearby and a much more pleasant area than the areas closer to San Marco square."
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
4.5/5(27 reviews)
Romanesque and Byzantine architecture meld together in the monumental façade of this superb basilica, which was built in the years following St. Anthony’s death.
University of Padova
4.5/5(43 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.
Scrovegni Chapel
4.5/5(229 reviews)
See some of Giotto’s finest frescoes in person in the breathtakingly beautiful interior of this 14th-century church, which stands in a scenic park.
Padua Cathedral
Padua Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Padova, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Prato della Valle
Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues.
Pedrocchi Cafe
4/5(11 reviews)
Take a truly unique coffee break in this ornate café. Over the centuries it has played a role in attempted revolutions and hosted writers such as George Sand.
Things to do
Padua: Private City Walking Tour & Scrovegni's Chapel Visit
£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Padua Magic Legends: Self-Guided Walking Quest
£7
per adult
Lasagne Bolognese cooking and eating with Francesco
£69
per adult
Italian Pizza Cooking Class with Chef Francesco in Padova
£69
per adult
Reviews of Padova
4.6
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Padova is a pleasing city - lovely architecture, great indoor market. Plenty to do. We visited here only because of the flooding in Venice - really glad we did - lots of good restaurants and reasonably priced.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Will be back.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Nice place
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Thoroughly enjoyed Padova - great mixture of Art and Architecture. Easy to navigate, with lovely side streets leading to lively Piazzas. Good was great, and all major shopping brands available alongside local crafts
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Lovely town which much to see, calm and quiet compared to Venice which we did a day trip to. Good shopping and wonderful food markets
