Museo della Seta, Como

Name: Museo della Seta
Address: Via Castelnuovo 9, Como, 22100, Italy
Telephone: +39 031 303180

#16 among attractions in Como

Museum, Specialty museum

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Museo della Seta (address: Via Castelnuovo 9) is a place located in Como (Lombardy region) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 738 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 45°48'10"N latitude and 9°5'43"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo della Seta is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Como - palestro (bus, 5 min walk), Como Nord Borghi (train, 7 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Porta Torre (city gate, 15 min walk), Museo Storico Giuseppe Garibaldi (museum, 15 min walk), Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio (museum, 16 min walk).

Coordinates: 45°48'10"N, 9°5'43"E

Address

Via Castelnuovo 9Como 22100 Italy

Contact

+39 031 303180

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo della Seta open?

Museo della Seta is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Museo della Seta?

Nearby attractions include Porta Torre, Como (15 min walk), Museo Storico Giuseppe Garibaldi, Como (15 min walk), Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio, Como (16 min walk), Basilica di San Carpoforo, Como (17 min walk).

How to get to Museo della Seta by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo della Seta:

Bus

Como - palestro • Lines: 11, 6 (5 min walk)
Ambrosoli • Lines: 11, 6, 7 (6 min walk)

Train

Como Nord Borghi (7 min walk)
Como Nord Lago (25 min walk)