Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio, Como

Name: Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio
Address: Piazza Medaglie d'Oro Comasche, 1, Como, 22100, Italy
Telephone: +39 031 252550

#15 among attractions in Como

Museum, History museum

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The Paolo Giovio Archaeological Museum in Como, known historically as Palazzo Giovio, from the surname of the Como family of the same name, located at Piazza Medaglie d'Oro 1, was opened in 1897.

Coordinates: 45°48'31"N, 9°5'10"E

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Piazza Medaglie d'Oro Comasche, 1Como 22100 Italy

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+39 031 252550

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Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tempio Voltiano, Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Basilica of San Fedele, Villa Olmo.

0.7 miNW
Museum on scientist Alessandro Volta
Tempio Voltiano, Como
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0.8 miNW
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como
22 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Como, Italy, the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia offers a unique blend of sports and scenic beauty. As the main stadium in Como, it stands as a testament to the city's love for football and serves as the home ground for Como 1907, the...
~550 ftNW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica of San Fedele, Como
3 min walk • The Basilica of San Fedele in Como is located in the city center and is dedicated to Saint Fidelis martyr. It derives from an earlier Christian church, dating from the seventh century, dedicated to Euphemia.
1.1 miNW
Museum, Architecture, Wedding hall
Villa Olmo, Como
30 min walk • Villa Olmo is a neoclassical villa located in the city of Como, northern Italy. The villa was commissioned by marquis Innocenzo Odescalchi from Swiss architect Simone Cantoni in 1797. As it was designed to be a summer retreat for the aristocracy, it was built alongside the lake.
~1300 ftNW
Gothic cathedral with an ornate interior
Como Cathedral, Como
7 min walk • Como Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of the city of Como, Lombardy, Italy, and the seat of the Bishop of Como. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
0.5 miNW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Life Electric, Como
14 min walk • Life Electric is a contemporary sculpture, dedicated to the physicist Alessandro Volta. Completed in 2015 it is located in Como, Italy.
~770 ftS
City gate, Historical place
Porta Torre, Como
4 min walk • Porta Torre is a main fortified tower located in the town of Como, in Lombardy. It is 40 meters high and it was built in 1192, to defend the main entrance of the city.
0.5 miSW
Historic church with 2 bell towers
Basilica di Sant'Abbondio, Como
13 min walk • The Basilica of Sant'Abbondio is a Romanesque-style 11th-century Catholic basilica church located in Como, region of Lombardy, Italy.
1 miS
Historic watchtower with scenic views
Castello Baradello, Como
26 min walk • The Castello Baradello is a military fortification located on a 430 m high hill next to the city of Como, northern Italy.
~1070 ftN
Opera, Architecture, Theater
Teatro Sociale, Como
6 min walk • Teatro Sociale is a theatre in Como, designed by architect Giuseppe Cusi following a decision by the local nobility that a new one was needed to replace the existing 1764/65 building which was regarded as outdated.
1.4 miNE
45°49'34"N • 9°6'2"E
Faro Voltiano, Como
36 min walk • Lighthouse, View point

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio open?

Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio?

Nearby attractions include Museo Storico Giuseppe Garibaldi, Como (1 min walk), Basilica of San Fedele, Como (3 min walk), Porta Torre, Como (4 min walk), Teatro Sociale, Como (6 min walk).

How to get to Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio:

Bus

Viale Battisti - Via Mentana • Lines: 1, 11, 1H, 5, 6, 7, C50, C52, C60, C62, C70, C71, C74 (3 min walk)
Via Bertarelli • Lines: 1, 11, 1H, 6, 7, C50, C52, C60, C62, C70, C71, C74 (4 min walk)

Train

Como Nord Borghi (9 min walk)
Como Nord Lago (10 min walk)