Leonardo's horse, Milan

Name: Leonardo's horse
Address: Ippodromo di San Siro, Milan, 20151, Italy

#90 among attractions in Milan

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Leonardo's Horse is a sculpture that was commissioned of Leonardo da Vinci in 1482 by Duke of Milan Ludovico il Moro, but not completed. It was intended to be the largest equestrian statue in the world, a monument to the duke's father Francesco Sforza. Leonardo did extensive preparatory work for it but produced only a clay model, which was later destroyed. ()

Local name: Cavallo di Leonardo Coordinates: 45°28'51"N, 9°7'47"E

Address

Ippodromo di San SiroZona 7 (San Siro)Milan 20151 Italy

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Leonardo's horse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Siro, Monte Stella, Piazza Piemonte, CityLife.

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Park, View point
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Square, Historic walking areas
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Skyscraper
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Skyscraper
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Neighbourhood
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Neighbourhood
Quartiere Varesina, Milan
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1.7 miNE
Neighbourhood
Quartiere Campo dei Fiori, Milan
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0.5 miW
Sport, Sport venue
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1.2 miSW
Neighbourhood
Quarto Cagnino, Milan
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1.5 miNW
Neighbourhood
Gallaratese, Milan
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Leonardo's horse?

Nearby attractions include San Siro, Milan (11 min walk), Portello, Milan (12 min walk), Lampugnano, Milan (16 min walk), San Siro, Milan (18 min walk).

How to get to Leonardo's horse by public transport?

The nearest stations to Leonardo's horse:

Bus

Via Diomede - Via Sant'Elia • Lines: 78 (7 min walk)

Metro

San Siro Ippodromo • Lines: M5 (9 min walk)
Qt8 • Lines: M1 (13 min walk)

Tram

San Siro Ippodromo M5 • Lines: 16 (9 min walk)
Piazza Esquilino • Lines: 16 (10 min walk)