M.C. Escher Exhibition

M.C. Escher. exhibition

Art, Illusions, and Geometry

If during your stay in Padua you feel like doing something a little different from the usual, we have a tip that’s definitely worth the detour.

From February 18 to July 19, 2026, the Centro Culturale Altinate San Gaetano hosts a major exhibition dedicated to M. C. Escher.

Escher wasn’t just an artist - he was a true mind illusionist.

His works play with geometry, perspective, and symmetry, transforming them into something truly surprising: infinite staircases, figures that morph into one another, reflective surfaces that show multiple realities at the same time.

The exhibition lets you step inside Escher’s mind and explore his unique way of seeing the world. The works are accompanied by educational materials, videos, and interactive installations, designed to help visitors understand how these impossible worlds really work.

A perfect stop during your stay in Padua, just a 13-minute walk from Hotello Padova.

Info: www.arthemisia.en