Padua Art & History: The Best Itinerary

Padua is a city of art and learning. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

Giotto’s Scrovegni Chapel.

The tomb of Saint Anthony.

Galileo’s halls and the Orto Botanico.

What art is in Padua?

Giotto’s Scrovegni frescoes and the basilica’s treasures.

What is the best art tour?

A Scrovegni Chapel and Saint Anthony’s Basilica tour.

Is Padua’s university worth visiting?

Yes — it is one of the world’s oldest, where Galileo taught.