Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, Catania

Name: Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena
Address: Piazza Dante, Catania, 95124, Italy
Telephone: +39 095 715 9062

#18 among attractions in Catania

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Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, Catania

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The Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena in Catania, Sicily is a former Benedictine monastery, located on Piazza Dante 30 in the city of Catania, region of Sicily, Italy. After the Mafra, this abbey is the second largest Benedictine monastery in Europe. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and houses the Department of Humanities of the University of Catania. ()

Local name: Monastero di San Nicolò l'Arena Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 37°30'15"N, 15°4'45"E

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Piazza DanteCatania (Centro Catania)Catania 95124 Italy

Contact

+39 095 715 9062

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Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena open?

Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena is open:

Monday 9 am - 1 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 1 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 1 pm
Thursday 9 am - 1 pm
Friday 9 am - 1 pm
Saturday 9 am - 1 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena?

Nearby attractions include Conservatorio delle Verginelle di Sant'Agata, Catania (2 min walk), Biblioteche Riunite, Catania (2 min walk), San Nicolò l'Arena, Catania (2 min walk), Terme della Rotonda, Catania (5 min walk).

How to get to Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena:

Bus

Plebiscito-Dell'Acqua • Lines: 431N (4 min walk)
Plebiscito-Parcheggio R1 • Lines: 431R (4 min walk)

Train

Stesicoro (15 min walk)
Catania Centrale (30 min walk)

Metro

Stesicoro • Lines: 1 (15 min walk)
Giovanni XXIII • Lines: 1 (30 min walk)