Teatro Metastasio, Prato

Name: Teatro Metastasio
Address: Via Cairoli 59, Prato, Italy

#16 among attractions in Prato

Concerts and shows, Comedy club, Theater

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The Teatro Metastasio is a theatre located in Prato, Italy. Designed by architect Luigi De Cambray Digny, construction of the theatre began in March 1829. The inaugural performance of theatre was of Gioachino Rossini's Aureliano in Palmira on 8 October 1830. It remains the city of Prato's main venue for operas, plays, and concerts. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°52'47"N, 11°5'58"E

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Via Cairoli 59Prato Italy

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Teatro Metastasio – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Prato Cathedral Museum, Palazzo Pretorio, Castello dell'Imperatore, Palazzo Datini.

~980 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Prato Cathedral Museum, Prato
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan city of Prato, the Prato Cathedral Museum, or Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Prato, is a treasure trove of religious art and artifacts. Located adjacent to the Prato Cathedral, this museum offers visitors a chance to delve into the...
~850 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Palazzo Pretorio, Prato
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~380 ftSW
Forts and castles
Castello dell'Imperatore, Prato
2 min walk • Castello dell'Imperatore, a medieval fortress, stands as a prominent historical landmark in the Tuscan city of Prato, Italy. Constructed for the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II, this castle is a quintessential example of military architecture from the 13th century.
~820 ftNW
Palace, Forts and castles, Historical place
Palazzo Datini, Prato
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Prato, Italy, Palazzo Datini stands as a testament to the city's rich history and its vibrant medieval past. This exquisite palace, once the residence of the renowned merchant Francesco di Marco Datini, offers a glimpse into the life of a...
~660 ftW
Church, Historical place, Gothic architecture
San Francesco, Prato
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan city of Prato, the Church of San Francesco stands as a testament to Italian religious heritage and Gothic architecture. This ancient church, dating back to the 13th century, is an emblem of the city's rich historical tapestry.
0.4 miNE
Church
Santa Maria della Pietà, Prato
11 min walk • The Santa Maria della Pietà church is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Prato, Italy. This sacred building, though less renowned than some of Italy's grand basilicas, offers a serene retreat filled with historical and spiritual significance.
~900 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Prato Textile Museum, Prato
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, the Prato Textile Museum stands as a testament to the rich fabric of Italy's textile heritage. Located in the city of Prato, known for its flourishing textile industry, the museum is housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century mill.
~850 ftNW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Prato Cathedral, Prato
5 min walk • Prato Cathedral, known officially as the Cathedral of Saint Stephen, stands as an architectural marvel in the heart of Prato, Italy. This Roman Catholic church is not only a central place of worship but also a repository of art and history, reflecting the rich cultural...
0.4 miNW
Church
San Fabiano, Prato
11 min walk • San Fabiano is a Romanesque-style, Roman Catholic church and abbey located at Via di Gherardo and Via del Seminario street in Prato, region of Tuscany, Italy. The early medieval structure is one of Prato's oldest churches.
~1790 ftNW
Church
Santi Vicenzo e Caterina de' Ricci, Prato
9 min walk • The Minor Basilica of Santi Vicenzo e Caterina de' Ricci is a Catholic church, built in the 16th to 18th centuries, and located in the town of Prato, in Tuscany, Italy. Adjacent to the church is a 16th-century monastery.
~1220 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Palazzo degli Alberti, Prato
6 min walk • Palazzo degli Alberti is a historical building in the center of Prato, Tuscany, central Italy. It was the seat of Cassa di Risparmio di Prato and was home to the former's large art collection. In 2013 it was reported that Banca Popolare di Vicenza moved all the collection to Vicenza after liquidated Cariprato.

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Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Metastasio?

Nearby attractions include Monash University, Prato (1 min walk), Santa Maria delle Carceri, Prato (2 min walk), Castello dell'Imperatore, Prato (2 min walk), St. Anne's Church, Prato (3 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Metastasio by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Metastasio:

Bus

Europa 2 • Lines: LAM Rossa Galceti - Grignano, LAM Rossa Galceti - Le Badie, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - Paperino (8 min walk)
Tacca 1 • Lines: LAM Blu, LAM Rossa Galceti - Grignano, LAM Rossa Galceti - Le Badie, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - Paperino, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - San Gior (8 min walk)

Train

Prato Porta al Serraglio (9 min walk)
Prato Centrale (13 min walk)