PAVIA

From the courtyard of its University have passed great minds like Ugo Foscolo and Alessandro Volta. On the roads of Oltrepò, Albert Einstein. Pavia is wisdom, pride, and tradition

POPULATION
72,612
DENSITY
1,148 ab/kmq
AREA
2,968.64 inhabitants/sq. km
ELEVATION
77 m a.s.l.
PATRON SAINT
Siro di Pavia

Every spot in Pavia has its story. A Romanesque church welcomes the remains of Sant’Agostino. A Basilica witnesses the coronation of Federico Barbarossa as King of Italy. 

Tourism Pavia. Memory and tradition enrich without impeding. Big thinkers and innovative ideas roam here between the loggia and the Cortile delle Magnolie within the University founded in 1361 by Emperor Carlo IV. Among the oldest in Italy, science, history, and the avant-garde find space to breathe here, from the University Library to the History Museum and the Botanical Garden, with its gorgeous greenhouse.

Pass through the city to explore the museums inside the Visconti Castle or the Ponte della Libertà, to be admired by night when the arches are illuminated by the artist Marco Lodola. The Gothic tomb from the 14th century, where Sant’Agostino rests, is conserved in San Pietro in Ciel d’Oro. Meanwhile, Barbarossa was coronated within the incredible Basilica of San Michele Maggiore. An “underground” resonance chamber awaits in the 18th century Teatro Fraschini, dedicated to the legendary Verdian tenor.

By bike, cross the Ponte Coperto that connects the historic city center to Borgo Ticino along the banks of the Ticino River. Pedaling towards the hills that cultivate some of the finest wines in Oltrepò Pavese or a late-gothic, goosebump inducing Certosa.

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Experiences

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Summertime in Pavia

A boat trip along the river Ticino, a walk in the shade of the city oases and parks
  • Lifestyle
Trip to the Pietra Corva Botanic Garden

10 good reasons visit Pavia

  • Art & Culture
10 good reasons visit Pavia

Gardens Pavia

Not just the city: a walk through botanic gardens and oasis for a green break
  • Active & Green
Gardens Pavia, discovering Lombardy

On Two Wheels From Pavia to Milan

From Pavia to Milan: six stages to discover on two wheels.
  • Cycle Tourism
First stop

Lomello and its Christian buildings

Village of strategical importance since ancient times, here you can discover the great Romanesque Lombard architecture
  • Art & Culture
Lomello and its Christian buildings

Oltrepò Pavese, le Vie del Gusto

The tranquil Oltrepò is the home of 36 DOC-certified wines, which accompany a traditional cuisine with its roots in Italy’s remote history
  • Food & Wine
Salame di Varzi

Pavia in a weekend

On the trail of the Longobardi or among the cloisters of the University, without forgetting flavors and traditions
  • Lifestyle
Pavia in a weekend

Theaters Pavia

Opera, prose, dance and theatrical review .... the theater in Pavia and the province is staged
  • Art & Culture
Theaters Pavia, cultural vacations in Lombardy

Churches Pavia

The wonders of faith and the marvels of architecture in splendid religious buildings
  • Religious Tourism
Church Pavia, what to see

Pavia Photo Gallery

An area full of attractions and experiences to experience
  • Art & Culture
Pavia from A to Z, art and culinary traditions

A Day in Pavia

When organizing your trip to Lombardy do not forget to visit Pavia
  • Art & Culture
A Day in Pavia

Places

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Fraschini theatre

  • Art & Culture
Fraschini theatre

Visconti Castle

At the start of the 20th century, Visconti Castle(PV) was acquired by the local municipality and has since been home to the civic museums
  • Tourism Accessible
Visconti Castle

Pavia University Campus

An ancient and glorious history. Alessandro Volta, Ugo Foscolo, Carlo Rubbia sat on the professorships of the University of Pavia
  • Art & Culture
Pavia University Campus

Piazza Ducale in Vigevano

You will be enchanted by one of the most beautiful Renaissance squares
  • Art & Culture
Piazza Ducale in Vigevano

Ponte Coperto Bridge

  • Art & Culture
Ponte coperto di Pavia (Ph: I Mille)

Events

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FAI Autumn Days in the province of Pavia

Pavia - Voghera - Candia Lomellina - Palestro - Torre d'Isola
11/10/2025 - 12/10/2025
  • Art & Culture
Villa Botta Adorno a Torre d'isola PV

The gift of God and the gift of man

Museo Diocesano
Piazza Duomo
06/09/2025 - 26/10/2025
  • Art & Culture
The gift of God and the gift of man

The 22nd National Urban Trekking Day

Basilica di San Pietro in Ciel’ d’Oro
Piazza S. Pietro in Ciel d'Oro
31/10/2025
  • Active & Green
The 22nd National Urban Trekking Day

Pavia Crossroads of Europe

Piazza della Vittoria, 20/D Pavia PV
06/04/2025 - 09/11/2025
  • Religious Tourism
Pavia Crossroads of Europe

Bach in the City

Pavia PV
08/10/2025 - 12/11/2025
  • Music and show
Bach in città

Climb to the Tower of the Castle of Pavia

Castello Visconteo
Viale XI Febbraio, 35 Pavia
11/10/2025 - 29/11/2025
  • Art & Culture
Climb to the Tower of the Castle of Pavia

Drupi – 50 Years of Piccola e Fragile Tour

Teatro Fraschini
Corso Strada Nuova 136, Pavia
23/12/2025
  • Music and show
Drupi – 50 Years of Piccola e Fragile Tour

The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525: the times, the places, the men

Castello Visconteo
Viale XI Febbraio, 35, Pavia
15/02/2025 - 29/12/2025
  • Art & Culture
The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525: the times, the places, the men

Pavia 1525: the city, the arts, the battle

Castello Visconteo
Viale XI Febbraio, 35, Pavia
19/09/2025 - 11/01/2026
  • Art & Culture
arazzi della battaglia di Pavia

Celebrations of the 500th Anniversary of the Battle of Pavia 1525/2025

Castello Visconteo
Pavia
21/02/2025 - 11/01/2026
  • Art & Culture
Celebrations of the 500th Anniversary of the Battle of Pavia 1525/2025

Where to sleep

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PARK HOTEL OLIMPIA

Brallo di Pregola
PARK HOTEL OLIMPIA

MODERNO

Pavia
MODERNO

SELVATICO

Rivanazzano Terme
SELVATICO

CASCINA SCOVA RESORT

Pavia
CASCINA SCOVA RESORT

HOTEL MOTEL DEL DUCA

Cava Manara
HOTEL MOTEL DEL DUCA

MILANO

Godiasco Salice Terme
MILANO

HOTEL MOTEL DE LA VILLE

Bereguardo
HOTEL MOTEL DE LA VILLE

I DIAMANTI

Garlasco
I DIAMANTI

CERTOSA

Certosa di Pavia
CERTOSA

RESIDENZA DEL PARCO

Vigevano
RESIDENZA DEL PARCO

HOTEL MOTEL DON CARLO

Broni
HOTEL MOTEL DON CARLO

RISTORANTE LOCANDA MILANO

Gambolò
RISTORANTE LOCANDA MILANO

HOTEL RISTORANTE ITALIA

Certosa di Pavia
HOTEL RISTORANTE ITALIA

GIARDINO

Sannazzaro dè Burgondi
GIARDINO

HOTEL DUCALE

Vigevano
HOTEL DUCALE

HOTEL MOTEL FLOWER

Gropello Cairoli
HOTEL MOTEL FLOWER

HOTEL ERIDANO

Sannazzaro dè Burgondi
HOTEL ERIDANO

LE VIGNE DI CORVINO

Corvino San Quirico
LE VIGNE DI CORVINO

PLAZA

San Martino Siccomario
PLAZA

TERME DI RIVANAZZANO

Rivanazzano Terme
TERME DI RIVANAZZANO

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How to arrive

BY PLANE
Milano Malpensa 89 km, Linate 55 km, Orio al Serio 89 km

BY TRAIN
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BY CAR
Autostrada A7

How to move

BY BUS
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BIKE SHARING
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Information

INFOPOINT PAVIA BROLETTO
Via del Comune, 18
T. +39 0382 399790

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Useful numbers

EMERGENCY
112

HOSPITAL
Policlinico San Matteo
Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, Pavia
T. +39 0382 5011

POLICE
Comando Provinciale Carabinieri Pavia
Piazza S. Pietro in Ciel d'Oro, 4
T. +39 0382 5341