The Surroundings of Abano Terme
With its spas, hills, cities of art, and historic villages, a stay at the Hotel Terme Bologna is the ideal starting point for exploring the region.
Explore the area
A stay in Abano Terme means not only enjoying the wellness benefits of the thermal baths, but also experiencing a region rich in nature, culture, traditions, and places to explore at your own pace. Just a few minutes from the hotel, you’ll find many charming destinations, perfect for a stroll, a cultural visit, a hike in the countryside, or a family outing.
The Hotel Terme Bologna is strategically located, making it ideal for balancing a relaxing stay with opportunities to explore the surrounding area: from the pedestrian-only streets of Abano Terme to the panoramic views of the Euganean Hills, from the squares of Padua to the historic villages and Venetian villas in the surrounding area, every day can become a unique experience, combining wellness, art, nature, and local flavors.
What to See in Abano Terme
Abano Terme is not only a renowned spa town but also a pleasant place to live, with pedestrian boulevards, parks, historic sites, green spaces, and events that mark the changing seasons.
When staying at the Hotel Terme Bologna, it’s easy to reach the city center and move around effortlessly, enjoying walks, shopping, outdoor breaks, and points of interest to discover at your own pace.
Points of Interest
Weekly Market
On Wednesdays, the weekly market brings Piazza Mercato in Abano Terme to life, offering yet another opportunity to experience the city in an authentic way. The main avenue, Viale delle Terme, is also a pleasant pedestrian area where you can stroll, stop for a coffee, or do a little shopping.
Nature, Scenery, and Hiking Trails in the Euganean Hills
The Euganean Hills offer a unique landscape, featuring volcanic hills, trails, villages, castles, historic villas, and panoramic views. They are the ideal destination for those who want to combine the wellness of the thermal baths with a day in the great outdoors, enjoying walks, bike rides, cultural visits, and food and wine stops.
Must-See Places
Natural Sites
The Euganean Hills Regional Park protects this natural and scenic heritage, making it the ideal destination for those seeking an environment rich in nature, culture, and leisurely itineraries to enjoy at a relaxed pace.
Padua, a city of art just a few minutes away
Padua is one of the most accessible and interesting day trips during a stay in Abano Terme. Close by, easy to reach, and brimming with monuments, museums, squares, events, and cultural attractions, it’s the perfect place to spend a few hours or an entire day exploring this elegant and lively city.
Must-See Places
How to Get There
Padua is easily accessible from Abano by public transportation: buses to the city depart from near the hotel, while from Montegrotto you can take the train to the Padua station.
The Padua Market
The Saturday market in Prato della Valle is one of Padua’s most distinctive events. Every week, the large square comes alive with over 160 stalls set up around the Isola Memmia, transforming one of the city’s most iconic landmarks into a lively place to meet, shop, and stroll.
Historic villages, Venetian villas, and places with timeless charm
In the area around Abano Terme, you’ll find medieval villages, historic villas, abbeys, and residences nestled in the countryside, making the region particularly rich and diverse. These are ideal destinations for a relaxing day trip, offering architecture, gardens, panoramic views, and local flavors.
Must-See Places
Family-Friendly Experiences
Abano Terme and its surroundings offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy a family vacation at a leisurely pace, with activities suitable for both adults and children. Parks, walking paths, green spaces, bike rides, markets, cities of art, and nearby towns make this area ideal for spending simple yet enriching days.
Must-See Places
Events, Traditions, and Local Flavors
Throughout the year, Abano Terme and the surrounding area come alive with events, seasonal celebrations, markets, and initiatives that help showcase the region’s identity. These are opportunities that enrich your stay and allow you to experience the destination’s most authentic side, through local atmospheres, moments of togetherness, and traditions that follow the rhythm of the seasons.
In addition to the spa experience and relaxation, the surrounding area also offers a lively calendar of small events, festivals, and celebrations that can serve as a pleasant addition to your vacation.
