• Chiostro del Capitolo - The tour guide will lead you through the Franciscan Cloisters.
• Basilica of St. Anthony - The guide will escort you to the Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua, showcasing the relics and the saints’ tomb.
• Abbazia di Santa Giustina - The guide will accompany you to Chiesa di Santa Giustina, sharing stories of its important connections to the Franciscan movement and the city’s ancient history.
• Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta - The itinerary proceeds to the Duomo di Padova (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta) for a brief visit inside and outside, time permitting.
• Scrovegni Chapel - The guide will narrate the story of the Scrovegni Chapel and explain the religious importance of Giotto’s groundbreaking frescoes, providing guidance for an optional independent visit later (tickets required for entry).
• Piazza dei Signori - The guide will walk you through Piazza dei Signori, sharing the stories behind this historic square.
• Piazza delle Erbe - Stroll through the picturesque Piazza delle Erbe during your walk.
• Prato della Valle - Prato della Valle, one of Europe’s largest squares, is a magnificent oval-shaped public area encircled by a canal and adorned with statues of historical figures. As you wander around the central island—Isola Memmia—you’ll encounter tree-lined paths, graceful bridges, and views of Padua’s surrounding architecture. The atmosphere is vibrant yet serene, often bustling with locals relaxing, cyclists passing by, and open-air markets or events. It’s a wonderful spot to pause, enjoy the scenery, and appreciate the city’s rich history.
• Camposampiero - Visitors are encouraged to explore Camposampiero, where they can stand in the Santuario del Noce (Walnut Tree Sanctuary), the very place where St. Anthony lived in a small cell among the branches to seek solitude with God. Visit the Sanctuary of the Vision, where it is believed the Christ Child appeared to him. (This is not part of the tour and is an optional self-visit after the guide’s instructions.)
• Santuario del Noce - The precise location where St. Anthony resided in a small cell among the branches to find solitude with God. This is not part of the tour, but the guide will provide information for those interested in a self-visit.
• Santuario della Visione (Santuari Antoniani) - The exact site where it is said the Christ Child appeared to St. Anthony. This is not part of the tour, but the guide will provide information for those interested in a self-visit.
• Santuario dell’Arcella - The sacred location where Anthony took his last breath and entered eternal life. This is not part of the tour, but the guide will provide information for those wishing to visit independently later.

• Visit to Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori
• Visit to Franciscan Cloisters, Duomo di Padova, Relics and the Tomb
• Guided walking tour
• Explanation of the Sanctuary of the Walnut Tree, the Sanctuary of the Vision
• Explanation of the Sanctuary of Saint Anthony of Arcella, where St. Anthony died
• Explanation of Scrovegni Chapel
• Visit to Chiesa di Santa Giustina, Prato della Valle

• Transportation to/from the meeting point
• Transportation to Camposampiero
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup or drop-off
• Gratuities (optional)
• Personal expenses

Embark on a meaningful spiritual journey through Padua, the city where St. Anthony lived, preached, and is laid to rest. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this walking tour uncovers significant religious sites and Franciscan heritage often overlooked by typical tourists. Explore the serene Franciscan Cloisters, observe the daily life of the friars, and then enter the stunning Basilica of St. Anthony to honor his relics, pray at the Chapel of the Tomb, and appreciate extraordinary Franciscan art. Continue through the historic center to view the Scrovegni Chapel from the outside and learn about Giotto’s groundbreaking frescoes. Visit the Cathedral of Padua before arriving at the magnificent Chiesa di Santa Giustina and finally the expansive Prato della Valle, one of Europe’s largest squares, steeped in Catholic history. The tour concludes in Piazza delle Erbe / Piazza dei Signori with reflections on St. Anthony’s lasting legacy. Optional pilgrimage extensions to Camposampiero and Arcella can be undertaken independently.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.