City Sightseeing: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Padua
















City Sightseeing: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Padua
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
Access to multilingual audio guide
Access to multilingual audio guide
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Explore Padua, Italy with the City Sightseeing: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour offering convenient access to key sites like Basilica del Santo and Palazzo della Ragione. With Line A buses running every 60 minutes starting at 10 am from stop 1 (Basilica del Santo) until 5:15 pm, you can enjoy flexible travel through the city's historic landmarks. The tour also includes stops such as the University of Padova for a complete view of this charming Italian town.
Explore Padua, Italy with the City Sightseeing: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour offering convenient access to key sites like Basilica del Santo and Palazzo della Ragione. With Line A buses running every 60 minutes starting at 10 am from stop 1 (Basilica del Santo) until 5:15 pm, you can enjoy flexible travel through the city's historic landmarks. The tour also includes stops such as the University of Padova for a complete view of this charming Italian town.
A hop-on-hop-off bus ticket allows you to explore Padua's main attractions at your leisure for a full 24 hours.
With buses departing every 40-60 minutes along two routes and stops at 13 locations, choose of unlimited boarding throughout the day.
Available in eight languages, audio commentary on board provides insights into each landmark as you travel through Padua's scenic landscape.
Experience stunning city views from the upper deck of an open-top, double-decker bus equipped with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
Notable stops along your journey include the Basilica of St. Anthony, Prato della Valle, and the University of Padova.
Entry to City Sightseeing: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Padua
Use of an audio guide available in eight languages
Access to the Experience app for sightseeing
Free WiFi included during your tour
Assistance provided on board throughout the journey
Help offered at the visitor center
Admission fees for sites
Accommodation shuttles

Red double-decker bus in front of Basilica of Saint Anthony, Padua, Italy.
Line A Schedule & Route Details
Scheduled every 60 minutes, the double-decker buses on Line A provide convenient hop-on/hop-off service at 13 stops along their route. You can start your journey early with the first bus departing from stop 1 (Basilica del Santo) at 10 am and conclude it by catching the last bus leaving from the same spot at 5:15 pm.
- Browse popular destinations such as Basilica of St. Anthony, Palazzo della Ragione, and University of Padova during your trip on Line A.
For a complete map detailing boarding points for Line A, please click here.
Line B Schedule & Route Highlights
Buses on Line B run every 40 minutes, offering a journey through historic sites including ancient bridges and walls. The first bus departs from stop 1 (Abfahrt) at 10 am, with the last departure scheduled for 6 pm.
- Explore popular stops such as Montegrotto Terme and Abano Terme on your journey along Line B.
To view a detailed map of boarding points for Line B, click here.

Person overlooking historic buildings from a balcony in Padua, Italy.

Statues and historic building in Prato della Valle, Padua, Italy.

Red double-decker bus in front of Basilica of Saint Anthony, Padua, Italy.

Person overlooking historic buildings from a balcony in Padua, Italy.

Statues and historic building in Prato della Valle, Padua, Italy.

Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua with equestrian statue, part of 24-hour bus tour.
Schedule: City Sightseeing 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Padua
Begin a journey through the historic heart of Padua using your 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus ticket. The tour provides two routes with buses arriving every 40 to 60 minutes, allowing you flexibility as you explore thirteen key stops around this fascinating city on your own schedule. As you ride in comfort aboard an open-top double-decker bus equipped with air conditioning and Wi-Fi, enjoy the panoramic views of Padua’s storied streets and grand piazzas.
Experience Prato della Valle's expansive beauty during a highlight segment of the tour. This largest public square in Europe is framed by 78 statues representing notable figures from Padua's past. Wander through its manicured lawns, surrounded by harmonious architecture, while appreciating Isola delle Due Madonne at its center—a tribute to two patron saints.
Visit Basilica di Sant'Antonio and marvel at the intricate Gothic façade adorned with sculptures that narrate biblical stories. Inside, discover grand interiors filled with frescoes depicting scenes from St. Francis's life by Giotto in the 14th century, making it a sanctuary of art and history.
Explore University of Padova’s historic halls where academic excellence meets historical significance. Founded in 1222 as one of Europe's oldest universities, its Renaissance architecture and lush gardens reflect Italy’s rich educational traditions and cultural heritage.
Discover Caffè Pedrocchi, an iconic café symbolizing Padua’s vibrant social scene since 1827. With ornate decorations and frescoes capturing local events, it remains a hub for intellectuals and artists to engage in lively discussions over traditional Italian coffee.
Tour Highlights
- Visit Prato della Valle: Europe's largest public square
- Experience Basilica di Sant’Antonio’s grand interiors with frescoes
- Explore University of Padova’s historic halls and Renaissance architecture
- Discover Caffè Pedrocchi, the cultural heart with a lively atmosphere
- Enjoy panoramic city views from an upper deck air-conditioned bus
- Hear audio commentary in eight languages offering insights into each site's story
This 24-hour hop-on-hop-off tour invites explorers of history, seekers of culture, and devotees of art to uncover Padua’s vibrant past and present. Craft memories that linger like notes in an ancient manuscript as you discover the city’s hidden gems and famous landmarks.

Prato della Valle with statues and canal in Padua, Italy, on a sightseeing bus tour.

Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua with equestrian statue, part of 24-hour bus tour.

Prato della Valle with statues and canal in Padua, Italy, on a sightseeing bus tour.
Plan ahead and hop on the first bus at 10am from Basilica del Santo to maximize your day exploring Padua's attractions with minimal wait time.
If you're keen to experience both routes, check that buses are scheduled every 40-60 minutes so you can plan stops efficiently without rushing.
Make the most of the audio commentary available in eight languages on board by using it as a guide while enjoying views from the open-top double-decker bus.
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