Cimitero delle Porte Sante, Florence

Name: Cimitero delle Porte Sante
Address: Via delle Porte Sante, Florence, 50125, Italy
Telephone: +39 055 23320

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Cimitero delle Porte Sante is a monumental cemetery in Florence located within the fortified bastion of the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1837 (187 years ago)Coordinates: 43°45'32"N, 11°15'54"E

Address

Via delle Porte SanteCentro Storico (Michelangelo)Florence 50125 Italy

Contact

+39 055 23320

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Cimitero delle Porte Sante – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato al Monte, Ponte alle Grazie, Giardino delle Rose.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cimitero delle Porte Sante?

Nearby attractions include San Miniato al Monte, Florence (1 min walk), Giardino delle Rose, Florence (8 min walk), Giardino dell'Iris, Florence (8 min walk), Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence (8 min walk).

How to get to Cimitero delle Porte Sante by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cimitero delle Porte Sante:

Bus

Galileo San Miniato • Lines: 12 (3 min walk)
Galileo Monte alle Croci • Lines: 13 (3 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (35 min walk)