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From Bologna: Padua Scrovegni Chapel & Basilica of Saint Anthony Day Trip
Uncover Giotto's frescoes that changed Western art forever on a semi-private tour with an art expert
6 h
Max 15 Guests
What's included
Go where Giotto gave art emotion
Skip-the-line ticket to the Scrovegni Chapel
Expert English-speaking certified sacred art guide
Round-trip train tickets from Bologna
Guided tour of Scrovegni Chapel
Guided tour of Basilica of Saint Anthony
Guide tips
Food and drinks
Guide for train journey
Itinerary
Your tour begins at Bologna Centrale station
Arrive at Bologna Centrale early in the morning and board your regional train to Padua. Settle in for the short journey through the Emilia-Romagna and Veneto countryside as you prepare to explore two sacred art masterpieces.
Meet your guide at the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua
Arrive in Padua and make your way to Piazza Eremitani 8, where your certified art and sacred iconography guide greets you in front of the chapel entrance. Your guide sets the scene for Giotto's groundbreaking vision before you step inside.
Step into Giotto's revolutionary fresco cycle
Enter the intimate Scrovegni Chapel to witness frescoes that changed Western art forever. Your guide reveals how Giotto brought emotion and humanity to sacred painting in the early 14th century, from the Nativity to the haunting Last Judgment.
Cross the historic center to the Basilica of Saint Anthony
Walk through Padua's medieval streets and the grand Prato della Valle square toward this pilgrimage church. Your guide leads you inside to discover side chapels, refined bas-reliefs, Donatello's bronze sculptures, and the Chapel of the Relics.
Your tour ends at the Basilica of Saint Anthony
After exploring the basilica, your guided tour concludes. You'll return independently to Bologna by train, carrying with you a deeper understanding of Giotto's genius and Padua's sacred art legacy.
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Thu, 03 Sep 2026
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Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Train Travel: The round-trip train journey between Bologna and Padua is done independently, though tickets are included. Please arrive at Bologna Centrale at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Dress Code: Appropriate clothing is required for access to sacred places, meaning shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women.
Accessibility: This experience is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us in advance so we can make the proper arrangements.
Late Arrivals: In case of a late arrival, participation in the tour is not guaranteed, and no refund will be issued.
Tour Changes: The itinerary may be subject to changes due to public events, adverse weather conditions, ongoing works, or other force majeure causes beyond our control. If this were to occur we will reach out as soon as possible.
Please Note: The meeting point with the guide in Padua is at the Scrovegni Chapel, Piazza Eremitani 8 in front of the chapel entrance.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early before your train departure and prepare to check-in with your guide upon arrival in Padua.
Your 6-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking certified guide specializing in art and sacred iconography
Round-trip regional train ticket from Bologna to Padua
Skip-the-line ticket to the Scrovegni Chapel
Guided tour inside the Scrovegni Chapel
Guided tour inside the Basilica of Saint Anthony
Maximum group size of 8
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Clothing that covers knees and shoulders
Camera
Water bottle