Appartamento Impero Palazzo Papafava

Appartamento Impero is an elegant setting for intimate wedding celebrations, nestled within the historic Palazzo Papafava in Padua, Italy. Located in the heart of Padua’s old town and just steps from the city’s most famous squares, this exquisite apartment forms part of a grand palace dating back to 1765, originally designed by architect Novello.

The venue is ideally suited for small, private receptions, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests. Guests enter via the monumental staircase, leading to a series of refined salons adorned with artistic bas-reliefs and remarkable frescoes. Completing the sequence of rooms is the finely decorated bedroom, featuring motifs inspired by the temples of Petra.

Francesca Papafava dei Carraresi, the current owner, draws upon her wealth of experience to guide couples in organising their unforgettable event, advising on every detail required for a unique celebration.

Palazzo Papafava, first constructed in 1765 by the Trento family, was acquired in 1805 by brothers Francesco and Alessandro Papafava dei Carraresi. In 1817, the palace’s salons were fully redecorated in pure neoclassical style for the wedding of Francesco Papafava dei Carraresi and Luisa Boncompagni Ottoboni. The residence remains under the stewardship of the Papafava family to this day.