Church of San Silvestro, Vicenza

Name: Church of San Silvestro
Address: Contrada S. Silvestro, Vicenza, 36100, Italy

#39 among attractions in Vicenza

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Facts and practical information

The monumental complex of San Silvestro in Vicenza is what remains of the Benedictine monastery built probably in the 8th century and now completely renovated, consisting of the three-aisled church with semicircular apses and the monastic area, used in recent times as a university residence, now abandoned due to subsidence and cracking of several areas of the building as a result of the Emilia earthquake in 2012.

Local name: Chiesa di San SilvestroCoordinates: 45°32'29"N, 11°32'54"E

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Contrada S. SilvestroVicenza 36100 Italy

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Church of San Silvestro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo Chiericati, Palazzo Barbaran da Porto, Palazzo del Capitaniato, Palazzo Valmarana.

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16th-century palace and art museum
Palazzo Chiericati, Vicenza
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, Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture
Palazzo Barbaran da Porto, Vicenza
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Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo del Capitaniato, Vicenza
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vicenza, Italy, the Palazzo del Capitaniato stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and architectural prowess. This historical landmark, also known as the Loggia del Capitanio, is the brainchild of the illustrious Renaissance...
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Palazzo Valmarana, Vicenza
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vicenza, Italy, the Palazzo Valmarana is an architectural gem that speaks volumes of the city's rich cultural heritage. This grand palace is a prime example of Renaissance architecture and reflects the opulence and artistic fervor of the period...
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Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Stadio Romeo Menti, Vicenza
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Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Thiene, Vicenza
13 min walk • Palazzo Thiene is a striking example of Renaissance architecture and a prominent tourist attraction nestled in the heart of Vicenza, Italy. This historical palace, designed by the eminent Italian architect Andrea Palladio in the mid-16th century, is a testament to the...
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Iconic building for cultural exhibitions
Basilica Palladiana, Vicenza
10 min walk • The Basilica Palladiana is a Renaissance building in the central Piazza dei Signori in Vicenza, north-eastern Italy.
0.5 miNW
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Thiene Bonin Longare, Vicenza
13 min walk • Palazzo Thiene Bonin Longare is a patrician palace in Vicenza, northern Italy, designed by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, probably in 1572, and built after Palladio's death by Vincenzo Scamozzi.
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Church, Baroque architecture, View point
Monte Berico, Vicenza
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Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Civena, Vicenza
5 min walk • Palazzo Civena is a Renaissance palace in Vicenza, Italy, dating to 1540. It was the first city palace designed by Andrea Palladio. The palace was constructed for the brothers Giovanni Giacomo, Pier Antonio, Vincenzo, and Francesco Civena.
0.4 miNW
Church
Vicenza Cathedral, Vicenza
10 min walk • Vicenza Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Vicenza, Veneto, northern Italy. It is the seat of the Bishop of Vicenza, and is dedicated to the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of San Silvestro?

Nearby attractions include Oratorio delle Zitelle, Vicenza (5 min walk), Chiesa dei Santi Bernardino e Chiara, Vicenza (5 min walk), Palazzo Civena, Vicenza (5 min walk), Arco delle Scalette, Vicenza (6 min walk).

How to get to Church of San Silvestro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of San Silvestro:

Bus

Viale Risorgimento Fronte Civico 24 • Lines: E47 (2 min walk)
Porton del Luzzo • Lines: 1, 2, 5, 7 (4 min walk)

Train

Vicenza (10 min walk)