Discovering the painted city: tour of the wonders of Padua

Welcome to our tour to discover the beauty of the 14th century in Padua!
During this unique experience you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the art, architecture and culture of a fascinating era.
Padua Urbs picta, known in Italian as the 'Painted City', has been officially included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. This recognition is the result of the city's extraordinary artistic and cultural heritage, with particular emphasis on the fresco cycles of the 14th century. This recognition confirms Italy's lead as the country with the most UNESCO sites and underlines Padua's role in the world's cultural and artistic panorama.
Prepare yourself for an inspiring journey into the heart of the 14th century, an era that shaped much of European culture. We will take you through the streets of Padua, revealing the hidden wonders of an era full of fascination and innovation. You will discover the fascinating stories of iconic figures such as Giotto, Petrarch and Giusto da Menabuoi, exploring their contributions and impact on art and culture.
Padua experienced a period of great development in the Middle Ages, beginning in the 12th century, when it gained the status of a free commune and became an important cultural and artistic centre. Thanks to its strategic position, the city became an important crossroads for trade and cultural exchanges between East and West.