Torre Velasca, Milan

Name: Torre Velasca
Address: Piazza Velasca 5, Milan, 20122, Italy

#104 among attractions in Milan

Skyscraper, Architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Torre Velasca is a skyscraper built in the 1950s by the BBPR architectural partnership, in Milan, Italy. The tower is part of the first generation of Italian modern architecture, while still being part of the Milanese context in which it was born, to which also belongs the Milan Cathedral and the Sforza Castle. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1958 (66 years ago)Architectural style: BrutalismFloors: 26Coordinates: 45°27'36"N, 9°11'25"E

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Piazza Velasca 5Centro Storico (Duomo)Milan 20122 Italy

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Day trips

Torre Velasca – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Milan Cathedral, Piazza del Duomo, Museo del Novecento, Palazzo Carminati.

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Massive Gothic cathedral with artworks
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Square
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
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Vernacular architecture, Palace, Architecture
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Church
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Gothic Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
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Renowned gallery housing art treasures
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15th-century church with gilded interior
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Torre Velasca?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo Mellerio, Milan (2 min walk), Palazzo Annoni, Milan (2 min walk), San Giovanni in Conca, Milan (3 min walk), Teatro Lirico, Milan (4 min walk).

How to get to Torre Velasca by public transport?

The nearest stations to Torre Velasca:

Metro

Missori • Lines: M3 (1 min walk)
Duomo • Lines: M1, M3 (8 min walk)

Tram

Missori M3 • Lines: 12, 16, 19, 24 (2 min walk)
Corso Italia - Missori M3 • Lines: 15 (3 min walk)

Bus

Missori M3 • Lines: 54, Nm3 (2 min walk)
Duomo M1 M3 • Lines: 54, 73, 73/, Nm3 (4 min walk)

Train

Milano Nord Cadorna (24 min walk)
Milano Porta Genova (29 min walk)

Trolleybus

Viale Toscana - Via Vittadini • Lines: 90 (25 min walk)
Viale Isonzo - Via Ripamonti • Lines: 90 (26 min walk)