Pio Monte della Misericordia, Naples

Name: Pio Monte della Misericordia
Address: Via dei Tribunali, 253, Naples, 80139, Italy
Telephone: +39 081 446944

#112 among attractions in Naples

Museum, Art museum, Sacred and religious sites, Church

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Facts and practical information

The Pio Monte della Misericordia is a church in the historic center of Naples, southern Italy. It is famous for its art works, including Caravaggio's The Seven Works of Mercy. A charity brotherhood was founded in August 1601 by seven young nobles, who met every Friday at the Hospital for Incurables and ministered to the sick. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1602 (422 years ago)Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 40°51'6"N, 14°15'38"E

Address

Via dei Tribunali, 253Municipalità 2 (Pendino)Naples 80139 Italy

Contact

+39 081 446944

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Day trips

Pio Monte della Misericordia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pio Monte della Misericordia open?

Pio Monte della Misericordia is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 9 am - 2:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pio Monte della Misericordia?

Nearby attractions include Naples Cathedral, Naples (1 min walk), Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro, Naples (2 min walk), Santa Maria della Pace, Naples (3 min walk), Santa Maria della Colonna, Naples (3 min walk).

How to get to Pio Monte della Misericordia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pio Monte della Misericordia:

Metro

Duomo • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Museo • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)

Bus

Foria - Metropolitana M2 • Lines: 147, 182, 184, 584, C51 (9 min walk)
Foria - Duomo • Lines: 147, 182, 584 (9 min walk)

Train

Napoli Piazza Cavour (10 min walk)
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi (14 min walk)

Tram

Garibaldi • Lines: 1, 2 (11 min walk)
Principe Umberto • Lines: 1, 2 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Napoli Porta Nolana • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (13 min walk)
Napoli Garibaldi • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (18 min walk)