Top things to do in Padua

Riviera del Brenta Bike Tour in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 83.65

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

A slow guided tour by bike to let you discover the Riviera del Brenta in a wonderful way. Bike renting, lock, map and water is included in the package. Starting point in Marghera (morning tour) and Dolo (afternoon tour). Free parking. Total approx 25 km.

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Padua in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (12 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 161.33

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

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Tour to the Venetian Villas and the Brenta Riviera from Abano in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 149.38

 

The Riviera del Brenta, a well-known waterway between Padua and Venice, is an interesting panoramic area from historical, natural, artistic and cultural point of view. It is a natural extension of the Venice Grand Canal and is flanked by picturesque Venetian villages and surrounded by an agricultural landscape. The Riviera del Brenta has fascinated many important personalities at all times: Casanova, Galileo Galilei, Byron, Montesquieu and D'Annunzio have visited it, Canaletto, Cimaroli and Tiepolo have painted it and it has been praised in the masterpieces of Goldoni and Goethe . The French and Russian royal families, the Habsburgs, the Savoy and even Napoleon stayed here and the Venetian nobility chose it as the setting for their Venetian villas. Here the Venetians built magnificent residences, enclosed by monumental gardens, frescoed and designed by the most important artists of the time such as Palladio, Tiziano and Tintoretto.

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Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Padova in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 101.58

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

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Padova Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 5.10

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover Padova from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English, Italian

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Sato Code Escape Room across Padua in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.34

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

This is an escape game through the heart of Padua. A dozen clues placed in the streets and shops of the old town, that only the smartest will find. Hunt for clues, crack codes and solve puzzles - just like in a great escape room. You’ll find hidden symbols in a record store or a cryptic message in a pizzeria. Every object is a piece of a bigger puzzle. The challenges become increasingly more difficult. This is no game for kids: we recommend active participation from the age of 13. You’ll need to unleash all your brainpower to unravel the mystery. Only together with your team of brainiacs, you’ll master this game. The game unfolds in the city centre, starting at Prato della Valle and passing by the Basilica di Sant'Antonio, Lodge Amulea and the botanical gardens. You'll not only pass by Padua's iconic landmarks but also uncover some hidden gems that only few visitors come across. Don't settle for a usual tourist outing – try this escape game!

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Padua small group tour with Scrovegni Chapel entrance  in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 65.73

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Discover the secrets and historical sites of Padua with this small-group tour Discover the Scrovegni Chapel with an expert guide on a 1-hour tour, in a small group. Admire Giotto’s famous cycle of frescoes, made between 1303 and 1305, considered one of the greatest works of Western art. The scenes, which tell the life of Mary and Jesus up to the Last Judgment, revolutionized painting with realism, expressiveness and perspective innovation. During the visit you will discover curiosities about the figure of Enrico Scrovegni, who had the chapel built as a gesture of atonement, and the central role that this masterpiece played in the birth of the Renaissance. A unique, exciting and unforgettable experience.

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Tour to the Venetian Villas and the Brenta Riviera from Padua in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 149.38

 

The Riviera del Brenta, a well-known waterway between Padua and Venice, is an interesting panoramic area from historical, natural, artistic and cultural point of view. It is a natural extension of the Venice Grand Canal and is flanked by picturesque Venetian villages and surrounded by an agricultural landscape. The Riviera del Brenta has fascinated many important personalities at all times: Casanova, Galileo Galilei, Byron, Montesquieu and D'Annunzio have visited it, Canaletto, Cimaroli and Tiepolo have painted it and it has been praised in the masterpieces of Goldoni and Goethe . The French and Russian royal families, the Habsburgs, the Savoy and even Napoleon stayed here and the Venetian nobility chose it as the setting for their Venetian villas. Here the Venetians built magnificent residences, enclosed by monumental gardens, frescoed and designed by the most important artists of the time such as Palladio, Tiziano and Tintoretto.

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Padua Top Sights Private & Personalized Guided Walking Tour in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 149.38

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

On this walking tour, explore the picturesque old town of Padua. You will see some of the most famous spots, like Prato della Valle, the Basilica of Saint Anthony, Palazzo della Ragione, Caffè Pedrocchi, the Padua University, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza della Frutta and Piazza dei Signori. But you'll aslo see and discover some hidden corners of the town, together with its myths and legends. For example, there's a curious legend about Caffè Pedrocchi for, why don't you ask you guide about it? Spot the typical bars, corners and hidden streets of the town where locals like to spend their free hours for a good coffee or delicious aperitif, what they call a Spritz. Don't forget that Padua has a strong university tradition, it's a young and fast-changing town where you can breathe the cultural atmosphere everywhere. One final tip: you might want to bring along your camera.

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Winery Tour and Tasting on Padua Hills in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 58.56

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Explore family owned winery near Padova and delve into the produced wines. Set in a historic stone farmhouse, join the tasting that showcase four distinctive wines reflecting our terroir: sparkling, rosé, and reds crafted from Merlot, Cabernet and many other autochthonous grapes of Italy. The guide will explain viticultural practices. cellar techniques and pro sommelier tricks. Pair each wine with a selection of regional specialties, including artisanal 'Sopressa' salami and a trio of aged cheeses.

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Lasagne Bolognese cooking and eating with Francesco in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 95.60

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Lasagna is one of the most popular Italian dishes in the world, everyone likes it: children, adults, black and white, men and women. Chef Francesco will follow you step by step in creating an authentic and delicious Lasagna Bolognese. All our customers have really enjoyed our Lasagna course and they keep contacting us for further instructions when cooking at home. Don't look for other courses, book this incredible Italian cooking experience and you will have a great day in Padova with Francesco who will make you feel special in a unique location.

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Audio Guided Tour in Padua Baptistery and Museum of the Diocese in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.34

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The Baptistery of the Cathedral of Padua is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site together with seven other masterpieces of Paduan art: the site consists of eight religious and secular building complexes within the city walls of Padua, housing a selection of fresco cycles painted between 1302 and 1397 by different artists, for different clients and within buildings with different destinations. Despite this, the frescoes maintain unity of style and content. They include the Scrovegni Chapel and the Church of the Eremitani, the Palazzo della Ragione, the Chapel of the Reggia Carrarese, the Basilica and Convent of St. Anthony, the Oratory of St. George and the Oratory of St. Michael, and the Baptistery of the Cathedral. Taken together, these cycles illustrate how, in the space of a century, the art of fresco painting developed hand in hand with a new creative impetus and a new understanding of spatial representation. Padua is located 30 minutes from Venice.

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Chioggia Port to Venice - Arrival Private Transfer  in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 156.55

 

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Chioggia Port to Venice Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private ,door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

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Valdobbiadene e-bike tour amongst vineyards UNESCO Prosecco Hills  in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 71.70

 

Explore the famous Prosecco hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene with our e-bike tour. Begin your journey through picturesque vineyards where the crisp scent of Prosecco grapes fills the air. Pass through charming villages, each with its own unique history. A route suitable for everyone, ride amongst panoramic roads, surrounded by nature! Our format allows you to customize your experience by choosing optional stops at acclaimed wineries for tastings or opting for a gourmet lunch with panoramic views. Our fleet of top-range e-bikes, equipped with the latest technology, ensure a smooth and safe ride so you can effortlessly take in the beauty of the scenery. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a nature lover, this excursion promises to be an enriching and enjoyable experience.

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Vegetarian Cooking Class from Veneto Region by a local in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 129.06

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Catia invites guests to experience the Italian way of life on her outdoor patio during the summer or next to the fireplace during the winter. Guests can learn to make Venetian vegetarian handmade pasta through an interactive cooking class and enjoy it alongside a glass of fine Veneto wine and the typical finger food, cicchetti. It's certain to be an unforgettable experience!

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From Padua: Tour to the walled town of Monselice in Padua

Padua , Veneto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 155.35

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

This experience to discover the walled city of Monselice starts from the Cini Castle, a treasure chest containing ancient weapons, chests, valuable tapestries and splendid period furnishings from all over Italy. We will continue the discovery of the walled city of Monselice by climbing along what has been defined as the most beautiful walk in the Veneto, via del Santuario, with its famous Seven Churches which recall the Seven Basilicas of Rome and which are still a popular pilgrimage destination for devotees from from all over Europe. There will be no shortage of panoramic points from which to admire the walled city of Monselice from above, surrounded by the splendid Villa Duodo which stands on the top of Colle della Rocca. To complete the visit we will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will directly show you the art of oil production and involve us in a tasty tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO).

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