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Things to see in Padova (Italy): 79 places and when to go

Padova is a town in Italy, and this site lists 79 places in and around it, mainly History (36), Temples (23), Food and drink (10). The best known are Orto botanico di Padova, Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua and Scrovegni Chapel. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Italy · 45.3952, 11.8557
Places
79 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
History (36) · Temples (23) · Food and drink (10) · Museums and art (8) · Hiking (6) · With kids (5)
Best time
March to June and September to October.
Also possible
November to February and July to August.
Nearest airport
VCE Venezia (VE), 41 km as the crow flies

What to see in Padova

The places in and around Padova, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 55, by what you come to do:

When to go to Padova

The best time to visit Padova is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible8:54
  2. FebPossible10:09
  3. MarBest time11:37
  4. AprBest time13:17
  5. MayBest time14:41
  6. JunBest time15:27
  7. JulPossible15:08
  8. AugPossible13:55
  9. SepBest time12:18
  10. OctBest time10:41
  11. NovPossible9:15
  12. DecPossible8:33

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 15 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 33. In April, 78 of the 79 places are at their best.

When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Padova

The nearest main airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE, Venezia (VE)), 41 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Italy, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Padova?

The best known: Orto botanico di Padova, Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, Scrovegni Chapel, City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto, Padua Cathedral. In all, 79 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Padova?

March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 33.

How do you get to Padova?

The nearest main airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 41 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Padova as the destination and these 79 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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