Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, Florence

Name: Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II
Address: Florence, Italy

#251 among attractions in Florence

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Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II

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The Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II is an equestrian statue of the former King Vittorio Emanuele II, located in the Piazza Vittorio Veneto, a small green spot at the east end of the Parco delle Cascine, located along the Arno River, just west of central Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°46'35"N, 11°14'6"E

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Centro Storico (Cascine)Florence Italy

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Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Santa Maria Novella, Brancacci Chapel, Palazzo Rucellai, Palazzo Corsini.

0.7 miE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II?

Nearby attractions include Teatro Comunale Florence, Florence (6 min walk), Santa Rosa, Florence (12 min walk), Porta San Frediano, Florence (13 min walk), Ponte Amerigo Vespucci, Florence (13 min walk).

How to get to Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II by public transport?

The nearest stations to Equestrian monument to Vittorio Emanuele II:

Tram

Cascine • Lines: T1 (4 min walk)
Porta al Prato - Leopolda • Lines: T1 (5 min walk)

Bus

Vittorio Veneto • Lines: C3 (4 min walk)
Leopolda T1 Porta al Prato • Lines: C2, C3 (5 min walk)

Train

Firenze Porta al Prato (6 min walk)
Firenze Santa Maria Novella (16 min walk)