Padua, May 2026 – Every city has a visible part, made up of recognizable places and daily routes. And then there is another, more hidden part, composed of stories, details, and traces of the past that often escape a distracted gaze. It is from this idea that Secret Portello 2026 – The Invisible City begins, the cultural event promoted by the Fantalica Cultural Association APS ETS, which for over ten years has been working to enhance the Portello neighborhood and the cultural heritage of Padua through accessible and engaging experiences.

The first appointment is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m. with “Stories Along the River,” a guided tour designed for families with children aged 6 to 10.

Not just a simple guided tour, but a participatory experience in which parents and children become active protagonists. The route curated by experts Marianna Cavaliere and Alice Baiardelli develops from the Portello river port along the Piovego canal, crossing the ancient city walls to the Gardens of the Arena, articulated in three thematic stages dedicated to the historical entrance of the city, its defensive structure, and the relationship with nature. Through games, quizzes, and riddles, children and adults will discover the stories that for centuries have seen the Piovego canal as a protagonist along the northern walls of the city, where the ancient river port of Padua was located, connecting the city to Venice. The aim is to offer a different way of experiencing the city, turning a walk into an opportunity for shared discovery. An approach that responds to an increasingly widespread need: to find cultural activities capable of engaging families in an active way, outside traditional models. The route will be guided by Dr. Marianna Cavaliere and Dr. Alice Baiardelli, expert artists and educators.

Reservations via the website: https://www.fantalica.com/event/il-portello-da-scoprire-percorso-per-famiglie/