The Basilica of St. Anthony
Attraction
4.8 (43987 reviews)
Byzantine-style domes top this vast Catholic edifice, home to noted artworks & St Antony's relics.
Piazza del Santo, 11, 35123 Padova PD, Italy
+39 049 822 5652
Did You Know?
Construction Start
Construction of the Basilica of Saint Anthony began in 1232, just one year after the death of St. Anthony.
Construction Completion
The Basilica was completed in 1310, although several structural modifications took place between the end of the 14th and the mid-15th century.
Original Church
The Basilica was built incorporating the small church of Santa Maria Mater Domini, where the mortal remains of Friar Anthony had been initially buried.
Interior Style
The interior of the Basilica, with its high apse and nine radial chapels, is purely Gothic in style.
Highlights from Reviews
• unique architecture
The Basilica showcases a mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Byzantine styles, making it architecturally unique and impressive.
• beautiful decorations
Many reviewers highlight the Basilica's beauty, from its exterior domes to the intricate frescoes and sculptures inside.
• spiritual atmosphere
Several reviewers mention the spiritual atmosphere and the sense of reverence they felt inside the Basilica.
• free entry
Entrance to the Basilica is free, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors.
• saint's relics
The Basilica houses the tomb and relics of Saint Anthony, making it a significant pilgrimage site for devotees.
