Padua Small-Group Walking Tour: Top Sights & Hidden Gems

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Experience Padua in a small group with a local guide: explore the historic center, hidden gems, legends, and overlooked details while discovering the city’s history and landmarks.

▻ Explore Padua’s enchanting historic center, filled with churches, elegant palaces, lush parks, and lively squares.
▻ Discover hidden corners and fascinating details: an incredible astrological masterpiece, the largest Masonic temple in Europe, a secret garden, and curious signs left by saints and… demons.
▻ Admire picturesque, photo-worthy views, from colorful squares to monumental palaces, including the local market and more intimate spots.
▻ Trace Padua’s history from its foundation to the modern era, understanding how art, events, and culture have shaped the city.
▻ Enjoy an authentic experience on a small-group tour, perfect for exploring at a relaxed pace and hearing curiosities and stories that only a knowledgeable local guide can share.

What's Included

Licensed tour guide
Licensed tour operator
Outdoor walking tour
Personal extras
Tour guide tip

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide, Giulia or Giacomo. The tour guide wears the identification badge issued by the Italian Ministry of Tourism and shows Beescover flyer.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Pedrocchi Café

    Discover the history, curiosities and legends of the famous “Café without doors,” a true symbol of Padova’s identity.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piazza della Frutta

    Explore one of the city’s historic market squares and learn the origin of Padova’s curious nickname.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Piazza delle Erbe

    Admire palaces, porticoes and monuments while your guide shares anecdotes and secrets hidden in the square’s architecture.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Piazza dei Signori

    Discover the history, symbols and legends linked to one of Padova’s most elegant squares.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Learn the history of Saint Anthony Basilica and discover a mysterious detail that often goes unnoticed.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Prato Della Valle

    Explore one of the largest squares in Europe and discover anecdotes, symbols and curiosities connected to its unique shape.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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