Santi Simone e Giuda, Florence

Name: Santi Simone e Giuda
Address: Via dei Lavatoi, 3, Florence, 50122, Italy
Telephone: +39 055 284789

#253 among attractions in Florence

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Santi Simone e Giuda is a church in Florence, situated on the Piazza San Simone in an area of narrow streets between the Piazza Santa Croce and the Piazza della Signoria. The present structure dates from 1243 but underwent a major renovation designed by Gherardo Silvani in 1630. Today it is affiliated with the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. ()

Local name: Chiesa dei Santi Simone e Giuda Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 43°46'11"N, 11°15'38"E

Address

Via dei Lavatoi, 3Centro Storico (Santa Croce)Florence 50122 Italy

Contact

+39 055 284789

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Santi Simone e Giuda – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bargello, Santa Croce, Palazzo dell'Antella, Pazzi Chapel.

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Landmark Franciscan place of worship
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Ornate, art-filled Renaissance chapel
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~270 ftS
Square
Piazza Santa Croce, Florence
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~600 ftSE
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Hotel
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~820 ftNW
Palace
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~840 ftW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Forts and castles
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~880 ftS
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum
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Historic walking areas, Monuments and statues, Historical place
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Santi Simone e Giuda?

Nearby attractions include Teatro Verdi, Florence (1 min walk), Palazzo Cocchi-Serristori, Florence (1 min walk), Piazza Santa Croce, Florence (2 min walk), Palazzo dell'Antella, Florence (3 min walk).

How to get to Santi Simone e Giuda by public transport?

The nearest stations to Santi Simone e Giuda:

Bus

Verdi • Lines: 23, C1, C3 (2 min walk)
Ghibellina Pepi • Lines: C2, C3 (3 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (17 min walk)
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella • Lines: T1 (19 min walk)

Train

Firenze Santa Maria Novella (22 min walk)
Firenze Campo di Marte (25 min walk)