Padua St. Anthony's Life Tour: Discover His Spiritual Legacy

Highlights

• Basilica of St. Anthony
• Franciscan Heritage
• Scrovegni Chapel

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10min

   Our tour guide will accompany to through the Franciscan Cloisters

2. 2

   Basilica of St. Anthony

   15min

   Our guide will accompany you to the basilica of St Anthony of Padua and show you the relics and the tomb of the saints.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   Pass by

   Your guide will walk you to Chiesa di Santa Giustina, hearing stories of its significant ties to the Franciscan movement and the city's ancient history.

4. 4

   Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta

   10min

   The itinerary continues to the Duomo di Padova (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta) for a brief interior and exterior visit if the time allows

5. 5

   Scrovegni Chapel

   Pass by

   Your guide will tell you the story of Scrovegni chapel and will explain the religious significance of Giotto’s revolutionary frescoes, offering guidance for an optional independent visit later (tickets required if visited).

6. 6

   Piazza dei Signori

   Pass by

   Your guide will walk you through Piazza dei signori and will tell you the stories behind this Piazza

7. 7

   Piazza delle Erbe

   Pass by

   Walk through the beautiful Piazza delle Erbe during your walk

8. 8

   Prato Della Valle

   Pass by

   Prato della Valle, one of the largest squares in Europe, is a stunning oval-shaped public space surrounded by a canal and lined with statues of historical figures. As you walk around the central island—called the Isola Memmia—you’re greeted by tree-lined paths, elegant bridges, and views of Padua’s surrounding architecture. The atmosphere is lively yet peaceful, often filled with locals relaxing, cyclists passing through, and open-air markets or events. It’s a beautiful place to pause, enjoy the scenery, and get a sense of the city’s long history.

Before you go

Location