Experience in Padua, Italy by Marco

What is living in Padua like? Would you recommend it?

Padua is a lovely town, there are lots of bars and two clubs in the town where you can go out with your friends! It's also the second oldest university in Italy!

What is the student atmosphere like in Padua?

It's very young, everyone goes out and there's always something to do.

How much does it cost to live in Padua?

Quite a bit, more than in Spain. The price of a room is 280, I eat a lot and food/drink costs around 34 euros.

How was finding accommodation in Padua? Could you offer any advice?

I live in Padua, therefore I know the town very well, but I live with my parents. Advice? It's better to not live around the Arcella district, around the North of Padua.

What is Italian food like? What are some of your favourite dishes?

Polenta is a typical dish here, and the most popular drink is the spritz, an alcoholic drink (not too strong), and one drinks it before eating (a bit like going out for tapas).

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Which places would you recommend visiting in Padua?

The Sant'Antonio Church is beautiful, the Scrovegni Chapel; an old church with stunning frescoes, and Prato Della Valle, the largest main square in all of Europe.

When it comes to eating out, where are some of your favourite places?

Polenta, Risotto (rice with different vegetables) and Pizza.

Where would you recommend for going out in Padua?

• Factory.
• Fishmarket.

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Any advice for future students who would like to go to Padua?

I'm sure that you'll complain about lots of things related to the university, and sometimes, you'll come across some people you won't like, but go out and have fun, and I can assure you that you'll love it.