Founded in 1222, the University of Padova is one of the oldest in Europe. Read more about its history.
Padova is a city of important historical tradition and culture. There are many important monuments and sites to discover.
The Complex Vallisneri is an inter-departmental building. It is located in a modern area (700 m from the Railway Station), but it is close to the historical centre of the town: 10-15 min walking distance from the Scrovegni's Chapel (with the frescoes painted by Giotto), and only 3 min from the ancient gate Porta Portello, which is part of the 16th century Venetian Walls of Padova.
Where to stay: we suggest the following hotels but a complete list is available here. Please note that for most of the listed hotels a special fare is agreed with the University of Padova in favour of invited persons and meeting participants (ask at the moment of reservation).
5 minutes walking distance:
NH MANTEGNA****
via Tommaseo 61
www.nh-hotels.com
Best Western Premier Hotel Galileo****
Via Venezia 30www.hotelgalileopadova.it
15-20 minutes walking distance (historical centre):
MAJESTIC TOSCANELLI****
via dell’Arco 2
www.toscanelli.com
EUROPA****
largo Europa 9
www.hoteleuropapd.it
VERDI***
via Dondi dall’Orologio 7
www.albergoverdipadova.it
Igea ***
Via Ospedale, 87http://www.hoteligea.it
GIOTTO***
piazzale Pontecorvo 33www.hotelgiotto.com
20-30 minutes by walking (partially served by metrobus)
DONATELLO****
via del Santo 102/104
www.hoteldonatello.net
AL SANTO***
via del Santo 147
www.alsanto.it
BELLUDI37**
via Belludi 37
www.belludi37.it
M14***
via Acquette 9
www.hotelm14.it