Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
The Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua is a minor basilica, convent, and international shrine dedicated to Anthony of Padua. It features Romanesque art and Renaissance styles and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Planning a visit
The climate in Padua varies by season. The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of about 29 °C. The coolest month is January, with an average low of -1 °C. Rainfall is highest in October, with about 95 mm, while the driest months are January and February, with about 40 mm to 42 mm of rain. Visitors can reach the site via Treviso Airport, which is 37 km away. The basilica is located about 393 km from Rome.
Nearby sights include the Orto botanico di Padova, which is 0.2 km away, and the Scrovegni Chapel, located 1.2 km from the basilica. Other sites within 36 km include the Gallerie dell'Accademia, Santa Maria della Salute, and the Rialto Bridge. Opening hours vary by month. From March to October, the basilica is open Monday to Friday from 06:15 to 18:45, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:15 to 19:25. From October to March, the Monday to Friday hours are 06:15 to 19:25, while Saturday and Sunday hours are 06:15 to 19:25. Wheelchair access is limited.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 29 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 24 | 19 | 12 | 8 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 42 | 40 | 57 | 77 | 85 | 92 | 64 | 74 | 88 | 95 | 88 | 73 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
