Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, Genoa

Name: Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria
Address: Genoa, Italy

#34 among attractions in Genoa

Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum

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The Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria, also known as Palazzo Francesco Grimaldi, is a palace located in piazza di Pellicceria in the historical center of Genoa, Northwestern Italy. The palace was one of the 163 Palazzi dei Rolli of Genoa, the selected private residences where the notable guests of the Republic of Genoa were hosted during State visits. On 13 luglio del 2006 it was added to the list of 42 palaces which now form the UNESCO World Heritage Site Genoa: Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli. It is currently owned by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities and Tourism and houses the National Gallery of Art in Palazzo Spinola. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1593 (431 years ago)Coordinates: 44°24'39"N, 8°55'49"E

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Centro Est (Sottoripa)Genoa Italy

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria?

Nearby attractions include Locanda Spinola, Genoa (1 min walk), Palazzo Agostino De Franchi, Genoa (2 min walk), San Pancrazio, Genoa (2 min walk), San Siro, Genoa (3 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria:

Bus

Caricamento / Acquario • Lines: 32, 635, 635/, 9 (3 min walk)
Genoa City Tour (3 min walk)

Metro

San Giorgio • Lines: Metropolitana (5 min walk)
Darsena • Lines: Metropolitana (6 min walk)

Train

Zecca (5 min walk)
Portello (7 min walk)