Basilica di San Calimero, Milan

Name: Basilica di San Calimero
Address: Via S. Calimero, 9/11, Milan, 20122, Italy
Telephone: +39 02 5831 4028

#157 among attractions in Milan

Church, Gothic architecture

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The Basilica di San Calimero is a church in Milan, northern Italy. Its name refers to Saint Calimerius, an early bishop of the city. It dates from the 5th century but was almost completely rebuilt in 1882 by the architect Angelo Colla in an attempt to restore it to the "original" medieval structure. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1882 (142 years ago)Architectural style: Romanesque revivalCoordinates: 45°27'22"N, 9°11'44"E

Address

Via S. Calimero, 9/11Centro Storico (Guastalla)Milan 20122 Italy

Contact

+39 02 5831 4028

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Basilica di San Calimero open?

Basilica di San Calimero is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Tuesday 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Friday 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday 5 pm - 6:30 pm
Sunday 5 pm - 6:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica di San Calimero?

Nearby attractions include Teatro Carcano, Milan (2 min walk), Santa Maria al Paradiso, Milan (2 min walk), San Nazaro in Brolo, Milan (6 min walk), San Pietro dei Pellegrini, Milan (6 min walk).

How to get to Basilica di San Calimero by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica di San Calimero:

Metro

Crocetta • Lines: M3 (1 min walk)
Missori • Lines: M3 (10 min walk)

Tram

Crocetta M3 • Lines: 24 (1 min walk)
Crocetta • Lines: 16 (1 min walk)

Bus

Crocetta M3 • Lines: Nm3 (2 min walk)
Corso Porta Romana - Via Santa Sofia • Lines: 94 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Viale Toscana - Via Vittadini • Lines: 90 (18 min walk)
Viale Isonzo - Via Ripamonti • Lines: 90 (18 min walk)

Train

Milano Porta Romana (30 min walk)
Milano Nord Cadorna (33 min walk)