Hello thinking of Padua for overnight visit. Any unknown sights to visit?( planning on seeing the S.Chapel, St Antonio Basilica
Recommendations of hotels / area to stay?
Memorable restaurants?
Thank you
Posted by
Brisbane, Australia
7175 posts
The historic botanic garden is delightful. The frescoes in the duomo too are stunning.
I had a superb stay at Belludi 37 near St Anthony's Basilica.
http://www.belludi37.it/en/
The tram makes getting around town very easy.
Posted by
Washington DC
28462 posts
Wandering around the old town is nice, too.
Posted by
OP
smiththown
68 posts
Thank you. That hotel is booked for our June trip. Is the old town to stay in? Or just walk around?
Posted by
Washington DC
28462 posts
I think it would be a lovely place to stay but can't tell you what is available there. I'm always looking for the cheapest acceptable place, and spots in the historic districts of Italians cities tend to be a bit more expensive.
Posted by
Toledo, Ohio, US
11613 posts
David, do you mean "tram"?
Posted by
North Carolina
2504 posts
In addition to what was mentioned above, I really liked the Prato Della Valle, the Palazzo della Ragione, and just wandering around downtown close to the University and the Cafe Pedrocchi, particularly in the early evening when everyone was out and about. I stayed at the Hotel Casa del Pellegrino, right across from the Basilica - very reasonable, and very helpful staff.
Posted by
Brisbane, Australia
7175 posts
Yes, tram. It's great.