Things to do in Province of Padua, Veneto: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Explore the Veneto countryside. See beautiful Palladian villas, Medieval walls, and Roman roads. Learn about 'Grana Padano' cheese production with a visit to a cheese-making facility. A lot of people have to be available for us to make a great day and they can't be ever; for this we need 1,5 days to organize all. Thanks for understanding.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Internet wi-fi connection, Bottled water, Private transportation, Villa Contatini, Cittadella Wall Walking and Grana Padano introducing, production and taste

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Would you like to discover a splendid city of art, full of charm, history and culture? Do you want to know the territory and discover a town which has a centuries-old tradition with its universities and educational history? Come join this tour of Padua. Padua is a quintessential Italian university town with a few notable features: a basilica with Byzantine-style domes, medieval markets, and an old town full of stylish cafes. See the main highlights and more on this private guided walking of the Padua old town. Your guide takes you to the famous piazzas and basilicas, but also hidden cafes and alleyways where locals like to hang out.

Inclusions: Tour of the town center led by an expert guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks,  Entrance fees to museums/attractions (in case you decide to visit any of them in particular)

Padua, known as  Sant’Antonio’s City, is a city full of arts , culture and history. This 2 hour outdoor walking tour will give you the privilege to discover the hidden  places of the city, the Historical center with the famous and ancient “Caffe Pedrocchi” keeping in mind that Padua hosts the University so it’s also a  city full of students and young people who are the heart of its night life.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

This 4-hour private tour together with an expert local guide allows you to discover this wonderful historical city in the best way possible. Meet your local guide in Prato della Valle, one of the biggest Squares of the City and immerse yourself in the art and culture of the City of the Saint. You will have the privilege to admire the famous Sant Antonio Basilica, a religious symbol of the city where are the remains of the Saint that welcomes tourists every year on pilgrimage, especially on June 13, the day dedicated to the Saint and you can choose to visit from inside the incomparable Scrovegni Chapel which contains masterpieces by Giotto. In the historical center you will cross important commercial squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta where you will admire Palazzo della Ragione, ancient seat of the city's courts. Then on, one of the oldest Italian universities which hosts a famous Botanical Garden up to the very famous and ancient Caffe Pedrocchi.

Inclusions: expert local guide, admission tickets to Scrovegni Chapel, Sant'Antonio Basilic entrance

Exclusions: Lunch, gratuities(optional)

We are in the inland of Venice, in the middle of the natural Park of Colli Euganei and we propose you to visit one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Arquà Petrarca is the most interesting Euganean hilly center from the architectural and urban point of view. One of the best preserved medieval villages, it is considered the second most lovely village in Italy. The great Italian poet Francesco Petrarca lived here during the 14th century. Accompanied by our guide, you can visit the medieval village and taste the “Brodo di giuggiole”, the famous local liquor. To reach our agency you can take the train from the following cities in Veneto. Get off at the train stop Terme Euganee Abano Montegrotto which is located in Montegrotto Terme. The station is 5 minutes walking from our agency. -Train from Padua (10min.) -Train from Venice (40min.) -Train from Bologna (1h20min.) -Train from Treviso (55min.) -Train from Vicenza (1h.) -Train from Verona (1h55min.) -Train from Ferrara (50min.)

Inclusions: guide, Private transportation, Brodo di giuggiole, a famous local liquor

Exclusions: Single-way train ticket from Venice and Padua per person

The Euganean Hills are one of the most beautiful hilly areas of northern Italy, a Natural park surrounded by ancient canals. Collect your bike at our shop at Montegrotto terme and follow the itinerary we have created for you to discover the highlights of the Euganean Hills. Start your experience with the visit of the Villa dei Vescovi, recently restored and opened to the public. After your relaxing time in the Villa, reach by bike the Praglia Abbey, the most important Benedictine monastery in the Euganean Hills. In their shop you will find wine, honey and cosmetics. To reach our agency you can take the train from the following cities in Veneto. Get off at the train stop Terme Euganee Abano Montegrotto which is located in Montegrotto Terme. The station is 5 minutes walking from our agency. -Train from Padua (10min.) -Train from Venice (40min.) -Train from Bologna (1h20min.) -Train from Treviso (55min.) -Train from Vicenza (1h.) -Train from Verona (1h55min.) -Train from Ferrara (50min.)

Inclusions: Touring bike rental including helmet, bag and padlock, Entrance to the Villa dei Vescovi, Guided tour of Praglia Abbey with a monk, Route map with detailed description, Telephone assistance

Exclusions: € 10 Ebike available on request, € 60 guide by bike, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Single-way train ticket from Venice and Padua per person

Guided tour of the city centre of Padua with admission to the Scrovegni Chapel, frescoed by Giotto. A professional guide will take you in the Ghetto and the famous Squares of Padua. The ticket of the Scrovegni Chapel is included.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Entry ticket to the Scrovegni Chapel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions

We are in the inland of Venice, in the middle of the natural Park of Colli Euganei Arquà Petrarca is the most interesting Euganean hilly center from the architectural and urban point of view. One of the best preserved medieval villages, it is considered the second most lovely village in Italy The great Italian poet Francesco Petrarca lived here during the 14th century and his house and tomb were destination for literary pilgrimage for centuries Accompanied by our guide, you can visit the medieval village and taste the “Brodo di giuggiole”, the famous local liquor To reach our agency you can take the train from the following cities in Veneto. Get off at the train stop Terme Euganee Abano Montegrotto which is located in Montegrotto Terme. The station is 5 minutes walking from our agency. -Train from Padua (10min.) -Train from Venice (40min.) -Train from Bologna (1h20min.) -Train from Treviso (55min.) -Train from Vicenza (1h.) -Train from Verona (1h55min.) -Train from Ferrara (50min.)

Inclusions: Guide, tasting and transfer included., Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Single-way train ticket from Venice and Padua per person

Padua, the little sister of Venice, is a gorgeous, historic, frescoed, and laid-back town. It is home to the Scrovegni Chapel, the Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua, Zukermann Palace, and Prato della Valle, all of which offer must-see art and architecture. Padua offers great cultural and artistic insights with the remarkable works left by Giotto, Donatello. This 5-hour guided tour departs from Venice and will provide you with interesting history and legends as well as the opportunity to see one of the most priceless masterpieces of Western art.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Gratuities

A day far from the rhythm and noise of the city in the natural park of Euganean Hills where a great variety of vegetation and lot of animals are the real masters. Among villas, castles, medieval towns and open spaces you will discover a lot of local typical products like olive oil, volcanic wines (don't worry, they don't erupt) and a delicate flavored ham. A lot of people have to be available for us to make a great day and they can't be ever; for this we need 1,5 days to organize all. Thanks for understanding.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Internet Wi-Fi connection, Bottled water, Private transportation, Olive oli, wine and ham introducing, production tour and taste (equipments included)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities