Certosa of Ferrara, Ferrara

Name: Certosa of Ferrara
Address: Via Borso, 1, Ferrara, 44121, Italy
Telephone: +39 0532 419770

#14 among attractions in Ferrara

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Ferrara Charterhouse, of which the present Church of San Cristoforo alla Certosa was previously the monastic church, is a former charterhouse or Carthusian monastery built in Renaissance style, located on Piazza Borso 50 in Ferrara, Region of Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The monastery was suppressed in the time of Napoleon, but the church was reconsecrated in 1813 and remains in use. The site also accommodates a large municipal cemetery, which was established in 1813. ()

Local name: Cimitero monumentale della Certosa di Ferrara Coordinates: 44°50'44"N, 11°37'40"E

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Via Borso, 1Ferrara 44121 Italy

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+39 0532 419770

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Certosa of Ferrara – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castello Estense, Palazzo dei Diamanti, Palazzo Prosperi-Sacrati, Ferrara Cathedral.

0.7 miSW
Landmark 14th-century castle and museum
Castello Estense, Ferrara
18 min walk • The Castello Estense, also known as the Este Castle, is a grandiose moated medieval fortress that stands at the heart of Ferrara, Italy. This impressive structure, with its drawbridges, dungeons, and imposing towers, offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish yet...
0.4 miSW
Renaissance palace with art exhibitions
Palazzo dei Diamanti, Ferrara
11 min walk • Nestled in the Renaissance city of Ferrara, Italy, the Palazzo dei Diamanti is a marvel of Italian architecture, renowned for its unique façade adorned with over 8,500 marble blocks carved to resemble diamonds. This palace, located in the heart of the city's historic...
~1920 ftSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Architecture
Palazzo Prosperi-Sacrati, Ferrara
10 min walk • Palazzo Prosperi-Sacrati is a Renaissance-style palace located on Corso Ercole I d'Este in Ferrara, region of Emilia Romagna, Italy.
0.8 miSW
Striking 1100s Romanesque cathedral
Ferrara Cathedral, Ferrara
20 min walk • Ferrara Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral and minor basilica in Ferrara, Northern Italy. Dedicated to Saint George, the patron saint of the city, it is the seat of the Archbishop of Ferrara and the largest religious building in the city.
0.7 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
City Theater, Ferrara
17 min walk • The Teatro Comunale in Ferrara is an opera house, located in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna, and built between 1786 and 1797 with seating for 990.
0.6 miSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Architecture
Palazzo Roverella, Ferrara
17 min walk • The Palazzo Roverella is a Renaissance-style palace located at the corner of Corso della Giovecca #47, at the intersection with Via Boldini, in Ferrara, Italy.
1 miW
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Stadio Paolo Mazza, Ferrara
27 min walk • Stadio Paolo Mazza is a multi-use stadium in Ferrara, Italy. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of SPAL.
0.6 miSW
Church, Baroque architecture
San Carlo Borromeo, Ferrara
16 min walk • San Carlo Borromeo is a Baroque, Roman Catholic church located on Corso Giovecca #191, a block east of the Castello Estense in Ferrara, region of Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
0.7 miS
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Baroque architecture
Palazzo Bevilacqua-Costabili, Ferrara
19 min walk • The Palazzo Bevilacqua-Costabili is a Renaissance palace located on Via Voltapaletto 11 in central Ferrara, Region of Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It should not be confused with the Palazzo Bevilacqua in Verona, designed by Michele Sanmicheli.
~1640 ftSW
City wall, Cultural tours, Architecture
Addizione Erculea, Ferrara
8 min walk • The Addizione Erculea or Erculean Addition is the area of urban expansion created in 1492 by the enlargement of the walled city limits of Ferrara, Italy. It is celebrated as an example of Renaissance urban planning.
0.5 miSW
Palace, Historical place, Architecture
Palazzo Giulio d'Este, Ferrara
12 min walk • The Palazzo di Giulio d'Este is a palace located on Corso Ercole I d'Este #16 in Ferrara, Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Certosa of Ferrara?

Nearby attractions include Padiglione d'Arte Contemporanea, Ferrara (7 min walk), Museo Boldini, Ferrara (7 min walk), Palazzo Massari, Ferrara (7 min walk), Museo dell'Ottocento, Ferrara (8 min walk).

How to get to Certosa of Ferrara by public transport?

The nearest stations to Certosa of Ferrara:

Bus

Porta Mare - Piazza Ariostea • Lines: 4 (7 min walk)
Porta Mare - Ariostea • Lines: 3 (8 min walk)

Train

Ferrara (31 min walk)