Church of the Eremitani

The cloisters of an old monastery provide the backdrop to a magnificent collection of archaeological artifacts and artwork spanning the medieval period to the modern age.

See some of Giotto’s finest frescoes in person in the breathtakingly beautiful interior of this 14th-century church, which stands in a scenic park.

Roman ruins, medieval churches and museums add context and intrigue, while floral displays and double fountains embellish the scenery in this large riverside park.

You can browse the exhibits at Museo del Risorgimento e Dell' eta Contemporanea, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Padova. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Take a truly unique coffee break in this ornate café. Over the centuries it has played a role in attempted revolutions and hosted writers such as George Sand.

An unusual cathedral, different from most others in Italy, features an ornate baptistery covered in 14th-century frescoes by Giusto de Menabuoi.