San Carlo dei Lombardi, Florence

Name: San Carlo dei Lombardi
Address: Via dei Calzaiuoli, Florence, 50122, Italy

#196 among attractions in Florence

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San Carlo dei Lombardi is a Gothic-style, Roman Catholic church located on Via dei Calzaiuoli in central Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. It has undergone many refurbishments over the year, and was originally dedicated to Sant'Anna e Michele, but since the early 17th century became the church of the local Lombard community and was dedicated to St Charles Borromeo. ()

Local name: Chiesa di San Carlo dei Lombardi Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 43°46'15"N, 11°15'20"E

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Via dei CalzaiuoliCentro Storico (Centro)Florence 50122 Italy

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San Carlo dei Lombardi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza della Signoria, Loggiato of the Uffizi, Abduction of a Sabine Woman, Perseus with the Head of Medusa.

~370 ftS
Square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria, Florence
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~530 ftS
Monuments and statues
Loggiato of the Uffizi, Florence
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~530 ftS
Monuments and statues
Abduction of a Sabine Woman, Florence
3 min walk • The Abduction of a Sabine Woman is a masterful sculpture that stands in the heart of Florence, Italy, embodying the city's rich artistic heritage. This powerful artwork, created by the eminent sculptor Giambologna, is revered for its dynamic composition and emotive...
~550 ftS
Monuments and statues
Perseus with the Head of Medusa, Florence
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~550 ftS
Arched, open building alive with statues
Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Florence, the Loggia dei Lanzi is an architectural marvel and an open-air sculpture gallery of antique and Renaissance art. Situated on the Piazza della Signoria, this loggia serves as a stunning backdrop to the bustling square, offering a...
~390 ftS
Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo delle Assicurazioni Generali, Florence
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~130 ftW
Church in former 14th-century granary
Orsanmichele, Florence
1 min walk • Orsanmichele, nestled in the bustling heart of Florence, Italy, is a church that encapsulates the city's rich history and dedication to artistic beauty. Erected on the site of the city's former grain market, Orsanmichele is an architectural marvel that seamlessly...
~420 ftS
Monuments and statues, Bartolomeo Ammannati, Fountain
Fountain of Neptune, Florence
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~490 ftNW
Upmarket cafes and a merry-go-round
Piazza della Repubblica, Florence
3 min walk • Piazza della Repubblica stands as a grand testament to Florence's rich history and vibrant urban life. This expansive square, nestled in the heart of the city, is a hub of social and cultural activity, surrounded by historic buildings and bustling cafes.
~450 ftSW
Monuments and statues, Fountain, Sculpture
Fontana del Porcellino, Florence
3 min walk • Il Porcellino is the local Florentine nickname for the bronze fountain of a boar. The fountain figure was sculpted and cast by Baroque master Pietro Tacca shortly before 1634, following a marble Italian copy of a Hellenistic marble original, at the time in the Grand Ducal...
~550 ftS
Vernacular architecture, Monuments and statues
Pasquino Group, Florence
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Carlo dei Lombardi?

Nearby attractions include Saint Luke, Florence (1 min walk), Saint John the Evangelist, Florence (1 min walk), Saint Philip, Florence (1 min walk), Orsanmichele, Florence (1 min walk).

How to get to San Carlo dei Lombardi by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Carlo dei Lombardi:

Bus

Condotta • Lines: C2 (1 min walk)
Canto alla Quarconia • Lines: C2 (2 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (11 min walk)
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella • Lines: T1 (13 min walk)

Train

Firenze Santa Maria Novella (16 min walk)
Firenze Porta al Prato (27 min walk)