Experts' Choice Award Scrovegni Chapel
What the experts agree on
Padua's must-see, this chapel houses Giotto's stunning fresco cycle (1303-05) depicting the lives of Mary and Christ—renowned for emotional depth, realism, and vivid cobalt blues. Expect crowds and lines in high season.
“Padua's version of the Sistine Chapel, the Cappella degli Scrovegni houses one of Italy's great Renaissance masterpieces – a striking cycle of Giotto frescoes.”
– Lonely Planet
Frommer's "This is the one uncontested must-see during your stay in Padua, so be prepared for lengthy lines in high season." Full review
Fodor's "The spatial depth, emotional intensity, and naturalism of the frescoes illustrating the lives of Mary and Jesus in this world-famous chapel." Full review
Afar Magazine "Another image to notice is the kiss of Judas—where he kisses Jesus before he is to betray him—and Mary Magdalene's face of agony as Jesus hangs from the cross. " Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"It was between 1303 and 1305 that Giotto decorated the walls of this chapel with 39 frescoes depicting the lives of Joachim and Anne, the Virgin and Christ." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Even if you never cared about Renaissance art before, the biblical scenes here will blow you away." Full review
