Best known in Christianity as the Saint Antoine of Padua city, it is also famous for its art. Giotto (1267-1337, painter, sculptor and Italian architect) gifted the city of Padua some of his masterpieces, enriching the artistic scenery of the city. You will begin with a visit to the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, an immense church adorned with Byzantine domes and minaret-like towers. You'll be able to admire Donatello's bronze statue from the 15th century in the square before the basilica. This art piece was a major influence on sculptors of the Italian Renaissance. A guided tour on foot will take you to the Piazza delle Erbe and the Piazza dei Frutti which holds a fresh produce market every day. You'll then see the Palazzo della Ragione (exteriors only) and the Torre dell'Orologio with its astronomical clock dating back to 1344. You'll enjoy some free time to discover this charming city on your own.
PLEASE NOTE
- Good walking shoes are recommended.
- Commentaries inside the Saint Antoine church are forbidden so they would be given before getting in.
- Please dress appropriately to visit the Saint Antoine church.
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
- The departure and return of the excursion are adjusted based on the direction of the cruise:
- VEN: departure from Chioggia / return to Venice
- VMA + VMM: departure from Chioggia / return to Porto Viro
- MAV + MMV: departure from Porto Viro / return to Chioggia
Best known in Christianity as the Saint Antoine of Padua city, it is also famous for its art. Giotto (1267-1337, painter, sculptor and Italian architect) gifted the city of Padua some of his masterpieces, enriching the artistic scenery of the city. You will begin with a visit to the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, an immense church adorned with Byzantine domes and minaret-like towers. You'll be able to admire Donatello's bronze statue from the 15th century in the square before the basilica. This art piece was a major influence on sculptors of the Italian Renaissance. A guided tour on foot will take you to the Piazza delle Erbe and the Piazza dei Frutti which holds a fresh produce market every day. You'll then see the Palazzo della Ragione (exteriors only) and the Torre dell'Orologio with its astronomical clock dating back to 1344. You'll enjoy some free time to discover this charming city on your own.
PLEASE NOTE
- Good walking shoes are recommended.
- Commentaries inside the Saint Antoine church are forbidden so they would be given before getting in.
- Please dress appropriately to visit the Saint Antoine church.
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
- The departure and return of the excursion are adjusted based on the direction of the cruise:
- VEN: departure from Chioggia / return to Venice
- VMA + VMM: departure from Chioggia / return to Porto Viro
- MAV + MMV: departure from Porto Viro / return to Chioggia
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
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Stop in VENICE - MAZZORBO - VENICE - CHIOGGIA - VENICE
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