Rocca Paolina, Perugia

Name: Rocca Paolina
Address: Corso Vannucci, Perugia, Italy
Telephone: +39 075 572 8440

#39 among attractions in Perugia

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The Rocca Paolina was a Renaissance fortress in Perugia, built in 1540-1543 for Pope Paul III to designs by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger. It destroyed a large number of Etruscan, Roman and medieval buildings, including the Baglioni family's houses in the burgh of Santa Giuliana as well as over a hundred tower-houses, gates, churches and monasteries. It turned the former streets of the historic city centre into underground passageways, which are now open to the public. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 43°6'30"N, 12°23'17"E

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Corso VannucciPerugia Italy

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+39 075 572 8440

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Rocca Paolina – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo dei Priori, Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria, Fontana Maggiore, Palazzo della Provincia e della Prefettura.

~1210 ftN
Palace, Gothic architecture, Architecture
Palazzo dei Priori, Perugia
6 min walk • The Palazzo dei Priori, nestled in the heart of Perugia, Italy, is a quintessential example of Italian medieval architecture and stands as a testament to the city's rich history. Dating back to the 13th century, this palatial structure has served as the seat of civic...
~1210 ftN
Local artworks in medieval palace
Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria, Perugia
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Perugia, Italy, the Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria is a treasure trove of Italian art, offering an in-depth look into the region's cultural and artistic history. Housed in the grand Palazzo dei Priori, this museum showcases a vast collection...
~1400 ftN
Medieval fountain with fancy reliefs
Fontana Maggiore, Perugia
7 min walk • The Fontana Maggiore is a pivotal historical landmark nestled in the heart of Perugia, Italy. Constructed between 1275 and 1278, this medieval fountain is not merely a source of water but a monument rich with artistic and cultural significance.
~80 ftN
Palace
Palazzo della Provincia e della Prefettura, Perugia
1 min walk • The Palazzo della Provincia e della Prefettura is a public palace of Perugia built over the ruin of the Rocca Paolina.
~1720 ftN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Pozzo Etrusco, Perugia
9 min walk • The Etruscan Well, also known as "Sorbello well" from the name of the noble family which still owns the mansion which includes the structure, is located in the old town of Perugia.
~1650 ftW
Church
San Prospero, Perugia
8 min walk • Chiesa of San Prospero is a religious building in Perugia, located in Via San Prospero, 7. Wheelchair accessible.
~1600 ftN
Gothic cathedral with adjacent museum
Perugia Cathedral, Perugia
8 min walk • Perugia Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Perugia, Umbria, central Italy, dedicated to Saint Lawrence. Formerly the seat of the bishops and archbishops of Perugia, it has been since 1986 the archiepiscopal seat of the Archdiocese of Perugia-Città della Pieve.
~1790 ftNE
Church
Church of the Compagnia della morte, Perugia
9 min walk • The Church of the Compagnia della Morte or Church of the Compagnia dell'Orazione e della Buona Morte is a church in the center of the Italian city of Perugia. It is located in Piazza Piccinino, a few steps from the Cathedral, in the district of Porta Sole.
~1100 ftN
Gothic architecture, Museum, Art museum
Collegio del Cambio, Perugia
6 min walk • The Collegio del Cambio, is the historic seat of the exchange guild in the Palazzo dei Priori in the city of Perugia, Italy. It was built between 1452 and 1457 and now houses a number of artistic masterpieces.
~1180 ftSE
Gothic architecture, Church, Baroque architecture
San Domenico Church, Perugia
6 min walk • San Domenico is a Roman Catholic basilica church, located on Piazza Giordano Bruno and via del Castellano in the city of Perugia, region of Umbria, central Italy.
~410 ftN
Palace
Palazzo Donini, Perugia
2 min walk • Palazzo Donini is an Italian noble palace of the XVIII century located in Perugia in Piazza Italia 96, it's the centre of the Regional Council of Region of Umbria.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rocca Paolina?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo della Provincia e della Prefettura, Perugia (1 min walk), Porta Marzia, Perugia (1 min walk), Palazzo della Penna museo civico, Perugia (2 min walk), Palazzo Donini, Perugia (2 min walk).

How to get to Rocca Paolina by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rocca Paolina:

Bus

P. Italia • Lines: G, H, I (2 min walk)
Via Guglielmo Marconi • Lines: A, D, Linea L - P. Partigiani => Cordi (4 min walk)

Train

Pincetto (5 min walk)
Perugia Sant'Anna (5 min walk)