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Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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Padua, Italy
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On average, this is booked 25 (0) days in advance.

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Padova, you've come to the right place! With this guide created with a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Padova! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

What's Included

  • Text in different laguages (Eng, Deu, Esp, Ita)
  • Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
  • Tips for monuments, history, curiosities and personal anecdotes
  • Cappella degli Scrovegni ticket (not mandatory): 16€
  • Headphones not included. You'll use your smarpthone and eventually your headphone!
  • A guide in person. The visit will be via digital guide
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Prato della Valle
35141 Padova PD, Italy

What To Expect

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Scrovegni Chapel

A small church is hiding a monumental treasure.The Scrovegni Chapel stands within the area of the Roman amphitheatre in Padua. The façade itself is built on the basis of an important Roman building, traces of which remain today. Inside you'll find the amazin paintings by Mr Giotto itself!Ticket is not included (16€)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site

The Church of the Eremitani was erected as the Church of Saints Philip and James between 1260 and 1306 for the Eremitan friars of St Augustine. During the 14th century, it became one of the most important churches in Padua and was embellished with the works of the greatest artists active in the city, such as Andrea Mantegna and Guariento.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pedrocchi Café

An institution in the city of Padua and a must do when you come here! I recommend a short visit to everyone and if you want, you can also consume their ‘Caffè Pedrocchi’: a drink that combines espresso coffee, cocoa, milk and mint syrup!
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza dei Signori

One of the city’s many (and beautiful) squares! So called because here stood the “Palazzo della Signoria”, or “Palace of the Carraresi”, who were the Lords of Padua from 1318 to 1405.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta

Dedicated to Saint Mary of the Assumption, it took its present form thanks to the architect Andrea da Valle, following a design by Michelangelo Buonarroti ( the famous Michelangelo! ) dating back to 1551.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza delle Erbe

For centuries this square was the ‘commercial centre’ of the city. Unlike the nearby Piazza dei Signori where the more ‘institutional’ celebrations were held, Piazza delle Erbe was home to the more popular festivities. The imposing Palazzo della Ragione overlooks the square.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Bo

The Studium Patavinum, i.e. the University of Padua, today one of the most popular universities in Italy, was founded in 1222 to accommodate students who had moved away from the Alma Mater in Bologna, considered too controlled by the Church. We'll find this into the Palazzo Bo!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. Anthony

The “Basilica del Santo” is one of the most visited sanctuaries in the world. A treasure chest that also houses the remains of Saint Anthony of Padua, the Saint par excellence.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prato Della Valle

A great boast for the city of Padua! With an area of 88620 m², it is the second largest square in Europe, second only to Moscow’s Red Square.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Padova Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Text in different laguages (Eng, Deu, Esp, Ita)
  • Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
  • Tips for monuments, history, curiosities and personal anecdotes
  • Audio and Text in multiple languages (Eng, Esp, Ita, Ger, Fr)
  • Digital written guide to visit the city by yourself
  • Cappella degli Scrovegni ticket (not mandatory): 16€
  • Headphones not included. You'll use your smarpthone and eventually your headphone!
  • A guide in person. The visit will be via digital guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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