Monument to Dante, Florence

Name: Monument to Dante
Address: 2, Via San Cristofano, Florence, 50122, Italy
Telephone: +39 055 241772

#62 among attractions in Florence

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The Statue of Dante Alighieri is a monument to Dante Alighieri in Piazza Santa Croce, outside the Basilica of Santa Croce, in Florence, Italy. Erected in 1865, it is the work of the sculptor Enrico Pazzi. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1865 (159 years ago)Coordinates: 43°46'8"N, 11°15'44"E

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2, Via San CristofanoCentro Storico (Santa Croce)Florence 50122 Italy

Contact

+39 055 241772

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Monument to Dante – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bargello, Santa Croce, Palazzo dell'Antella, Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna.

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~410 ftW
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~1090 ftSW
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Historic walking areas, Monuments and statues, Historical place
Statue of Dante in Piazza di Santa Croce, Florence
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~1220 ftW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Monument to Dante?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Dante in Piazza di Santa Croce, Florence (1 min walk), Santa Croce, Florence (2 min walk), Pazzi Chapel, Florence (2 min walk), Palazzo dell'Antella, Florence (2 min walk).

How to get to Monument to Dante by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monument to Dante:

Bus

Magliabechi • Lines: C3 (2 min walk)
Ghibellina Pepi • Lines: C2, C3 (3 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (20 min walk)
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella • Lines: T1 (22 min walk)

Train

Firenze Campo di Marte (24 min walk)
Firenze Santa Maria Novella (25 min walk)