Arco delle Scalette, Vicenza

Name: Arco delle Scalette
Address: Piazzale Fraccon, 8, Vicenza, Italy

#27 among attractions in Vicenza

Arch, Historic walking areas, Historical place

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The Arco delle Scalette is an arch in Vicenza, built in 1596, whose design is attributed to the architect Andrea Palladio. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°32'28"N, 11°33'10"E

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Piazzale Fraccon, 8Vicenza Italy

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Arco delle Scalette – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo Chiericati, Palazzo Barbaran da Porto, Palazzo del Capitaniato, Stadio Romeo Menti.

0.6 miN
16th-century palace and art museum
Palazzo Chiericati, Vicenza
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0.6 miNW
, Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture
Palazzo Barbaran da Porto, Vicenza
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vicenza, Italy, Palazzo Barbaran da Porto stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and its contribution to the world of architecture. This art museum, housed within a historical building, is a prime example of Renaissance...
0.5 miNW
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo del Capitaniato, Vicenza
14 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...
~1430 ftNE
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Stadio Romeo Menti, Vicenza
7 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Vicenza, Italy, the Stadio Romeo Menti is a landmark for sports enthusiasts and a point of local pride. This stadium, with its distinctive architecture and ambiance, serves as the home ground for the Vicenza Calcio football team and has...
0.6 miNW
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Thiene, Vicenza
16 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...
0.6 miN
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Theater
Teatro Olimpico, Vicenza
16 min walk • The Teatro Olimpico is a theatre in Vicenza, northern Italy, constructed in 1580–1585. The theatre was the final design by the Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio and was not completed until after his death.
0.5 miNW
Iconic building for cultural exhibitions
Basilica Palladiana, Vicenza
14 min walk • The Basilica Palladiana is a Renaissance building in the central Piazza dei Signori in Vicenza, north-eastern Italy.
0.5 miSW
Church, Baroque architecture, View point
Monte Berico, Vicenza
14 min walk • The Church of St. Mary of Mount Berico is a Roman Catholic and minor basilica in Vicenza, northern Italy. The church is a Marian shrine, and stands at the top of a hill which overlooks the city.
0.4 miNW
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Civena, Vicenza
10 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.
0.6 miNW
Church
Vicenza Cathedral, Vicenza
15 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.
0.6 miNW
Andrea Palladio, Palladian architecture, Palace
Palazzo Porto, Vicenza
16 min walk • The Palazzo Porto is a palace in Piazza Castello, Vicenza, northern Italy. It is one of two palazzi in the city designed by Andrea Palladio for members of the Porto family. Only two bays of it were ever built, beginning shortly after 1571. Why the patron, Alessandro Porto, did not continue with the project is not known.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arco delle Scalette?

Nearby attractions include Oratorio delle Zitelle, Vicenza (3 min walk), Church of San Silvestro, Vicenza (6 min walk), Chiesa dei Santi Bernardino e Chiara, Vicenza (7 min walk), Stadio Romeo Menti, Vicenza (7 min walk).

How to get to Arco delle Scalette by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arco delle Scalette:

Bus

Viale Margherita • Lines: E47 (4 min walk)
Viale Risorgimento Fronte Civico 24 • Lines: E47 (5 min walk)

Train

Vicenza (15 min walk)