Enjoy a private tour to discover one of the most interesting churches in Padua, the Church of the Eremitani (Hermits, in English). Follow your guide inside the church, then visit Padua's old town and end your tour with the Baptistery of the dome.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting times 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, German, Italian
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the famous Church of the Hermits and jump back to the 13th century
- Follow your guide through Padua's center and discover its most interesting sites
- Visit the fascinating Baptistery of the dome and see the frescoes of Giusto de’ Menabuoi
Full description
Book this private 2.5-hour tour to discover the best part of Padua: the famous Church of the Hermits (Chiesa degli Eremitani, in Italian), the main sites of Padua's old town and the Baptistery of the dome with Giusto de’ Menabuoi's fascinating frescoes.
Admire the artworks of Guariento and Mantegna inside the Church of the Hermits, then follow your guide through the beautiful historic center of Padua and listen to their commentary on the most important monuments, buildings and elegant squares in the city.
End your tour at the Baptistery of the dome, a real gem in Padua. Dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, its construction started in the 12th century and was consecrated by the Patriarch of Grado in 1281. The Baptistery is famous for having a large and important fresco cycle from the last quarter of the 14th century inside. Enter the building and discover the fascinating artworks of Giusto de’ Menabuoi.
Includes
- Private tour
- Expert local guide
- Entrance fees (the Church of the Hermits is free to visit, you'll only need to buy a ticket to enter the Baptistery of the dome, about € 3)
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of the Duomo in Piazza Duomo.
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Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Please remember to wear appropriate clothing in the church (if it's hot, bring along something to cover up your shoulders and legs)
