We are visiting Padua in Italy for a week in August - I think the city sounds quite interesting but I'm seriously panicking that there won't be enough for our three young children. Does anyone know the area? Are there any nice (preferably free) beaches within an hour's drive? Any water parks? Generally fun things for a 7, 5 and 3yo (they don't mind a bit of culture but can't keep them going for whole week with Giotto frescoes)? I definitely don't want to visit Venice while I'm there but where else might make a good day trip?