Live Padua as a local
Description
This tour will take us, together with a local guide, to discover the real Padua. We will take a walk around the city to discover the most important views and monuments. We will see Prato della Valle, the Basilica of Sant'Antonio or "Il Santo", destination of millions of pilgrims every year and a romantic mix of styles and cultures from all corners of the world. Along the cobbled streets and medieval porticoes we will reach the beating heart of the historic center. We will see the ancient Ghetto of the city which, with its narrow streets and clubs, has become a meeting place for young students. Then the squares, Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta with views of the Palazzo della Ragione and often enlivened by the market stalls and the swarming of people under the "Hall". We will reach Piazza dei Signori, a meeting place for Paduans for an aperitif and once the home of the city's lords. Palazzo Bo, seat of the University of Padua. We will conclude the tour with a "Padua-style" tasting.
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Prato della Valle, the largest square in the city of Padua and one of the largest in Europe, which with its 78 statues is like an album of the important figures of Padua.
The Basilica of Sant’Antonio or "Il Santo" is the destination of millions of pilgrims every year, a romantic mix of styles and cultures from all corners of the world.
To the south of the Piazza delle Erbe, a labyrinth of narrow streets winds up forming the Jewish Ghetto, operating since 1603 and abolished in 1797, the year in which, under the pressure of the French Revolution, Jews were declared free and equal.
The Market is located in the center of the city, in a large building called Palazzo della Ragione. In the so-called Covered Market “Sotto il Salone”, there are various gastronomic specialty shops where you can find all sorts of Paduan specialties and excellences. Here you will find butchers, fishmongers, greengrocers and many other shops selling oil, meat, cheeses and much more.
Piazza delle Erbe once also called piazza delle Biade or piazza del Vino but also piazza della Giustizia is one of the numerous squares that characterize the historic center of Padua. For centuries, with Piazza della Frutta, it was the commercial center of the city. One of the largest markets in Italy takes place in the two squares. Unlike Piazza dei Signori, the theater of civic celebrations, Piazza delle Erbe was the site of popular celebrations. The square is dominated by the massive Palazzo della Ragione, part of the large Palazzo Comunale.
Piazza della Frutta once also called Piazza del Peronio is one of the numerous squares that characterize the historic center of Padua. It was for centuries, with Piazza delle Erbe, the commercial center of the city. One of the largest markets in Italy takes place in the two squares. The square is dominated by the massive Palazzo della Ragione, part of the large Palazzo Comunale and the Torre degli Anziani.
Palazzo Bo seat of the University of Padua, founded in 1222, is the historic seat of the University of Padua. It still houses the Rectorate and the School of Law. It is also the seat of the oldest Anatomical Theater in the world.
Also known as the café without doors because it remained open day and night from its inauguration in 1831 until 1916. Here it is possible to taste CAFFÈ PEDROCCHI, the most famous mint coffee in the world, which comes from the perfect combination of 100% Arabica espresso, emulsion of fresh cream and mint in syrup and a sprinkling of bitter cocoa.
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- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure times in the booking are approximate and are subject to slight variations. The agency will contact you a few days before the tour to confirm the meeting or pick-up time. You must provide a valid contact (phone number with Whatsapp or email).
Reviews(46)
It was wonderful. Our guide was great. Lots of information. Loved the coffee with treats loved seeing the town
Thank you so much, it was fun to show you and your family around!
We really enjoyed "Live Padua as a local" run by Lovivo Tour Experience. Our guide Nico was excellent, he was enthusiastic about Padu and the surrounding region. He was knowledgable and could answer any questions we asked. It was great to see Padua through his eyes, and made us wish we had more time to spend in this beautiful and historic city,
Thank you so much, Alison, for your lovely review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour of Padua with Nico. We’re proud to show our local area to those who choose to visit, and knowing that we’re able to fully convey the emotions these places evoke when seen through the right eyes makes us truly happy. We hope to have you back with us in the future for more adventures together. Thank you so much, and see you soon.
Good tour, good info. Weather could have been better
Indeed, was very poor weather, the arches and the company made it work :)
It was a pleasure to spend a few hours in Nico’s company. The tour was very informative, we asked questions and never felt rushed. Nico is very nice and attentive person who loves his city. He works for a small local tour company. Next time we are in Veneto region we will go on other tours they offer. Highly recommended!
We're truly thrilled to hear that your experience with us was so unforgettable and enriching. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Nicolà was an absolutely outstanding guide! From the very beginning, it was clear that he is not only highly professional but also truly passionate about what he does. The tour od Padua and the surrounding area that he organized for us was perfect - well-planned,informative, and at the same time pleasantly relaxed. Nicolà showed us the historical and cultural gems of the city while adding plenty of interesting facts and stories we would never have discovered on out own. His knowledge of local history, art, and architecture was truly impressive. On top of that, he had a great sense of humor and created a friendly, welcoming atmosphere throughout the entire tour. We highly recommend Nicolà to anyone who wants to explore this beautiful city and its surroundings on a deeper level - with Nicolà, it’s an unforgettable experience! Thank you, Nicolà! ☺️
Thank you so much for your kind words about your tour with us Kristina. We're so happy you had a great time and enjoyed our tour so much. We hope to have you as our guests again in the future. Tisíc poďakovaní
Nico is an expert like no other! We were so lucky to book his tour and again just to be the two of us. To be a part of a small group is wonderful and the three hours flew by. Thank you Nico!
Hi Rosa, thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure having you with us on our tour of Padua. We hope to see you again in the future, either in Italy or Iceland. Þúsund þakkir
Excellent tour and introduction to Padova that blended history and contemporary culture. Nico’s extensive travel experience enhanced his insight into the beauty of his city of Padova. We appreciated his genuine warmth. Highly recommend
Hello, and thank you so much for your kind words about our Nico. We're happy to hear that the tour met your expectations and we hope to have you as our guests again in the future.
Our tour with Nico was fantastic. It was perfectly paced and exactly what we were looking for. We highly recommend this tour and the host.
Thank you so much for your kind words about our tour leader Nico and our tour. We'll be happy to have you back again in the future. Thank you so much.
I highly recommend contacting Lo Vivo Tour to visit Padua. You go around like a local, listening not only to info about the city but also nice anecdotes and valuable tips. Top experience at Pedrocchi cafe (never again without a pedrocchino😜). A special round of applause for Nicola.
Grazie mille signora Cristina per la bellissima recensione. Vi aspettiamo per altre esperienze insieme quando capiterete nuovamente da queste parti.
Was a nice walk and history education about Padova. We enjoyed the tour and the guides were very pleasant. The last stop at the cafe was most enjoyable. Grazie
Thank you so much, it was a pleasure!
