Diocesan museum of Padua, Padua

Name: Diocesan museum of Padua
Address: Piazza Duomo, 12, Padua, 35139, Italy
Telephone: +39 049 876 1924

#33 among attractions in Padua

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Facts and practical information

The Diocesan museum of Padua displays arts and artifacts belonging to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Padua; it is housed in the 15th-century former bishop's residence or Palazzo Vescovile. The building, adjacent to the Cathedral of Padua, faces the Piazza del Duomo, can in the historic center of Padua, region of Veneto, Italy. ()

Local name: Museo diocesano di Padova Established: 2000 (24 years ago)Coordinates: 45°24'23"N, 11°52'20"E

Address

Piazza Duomo, 12Padua 35139 Italy

Contact

+39 049 876 1924

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Diocesan museum of Padua open?

Diocesan museum of Padua is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 2 pm - 6 pm
Friday 2 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 2 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Diocesan museum of Padua?

Nearby attractions include Piazza Duomo, Padua (1 min walk), Padua Cathedral, Padua (1 min walk), Padua Baptistery, Padua (1 min walk), Arco Vallaresso, Padua (2 min walk).

How to get to Diocesan museum of Padua by public transport?

The nearest stations to Diocesan museum of Padua:

Bus

Piazza Duomo • Lines: 2 (1 min walk)
Piazza dei Signori • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)

Tram

Tito Livio • Lines: Sir1 (7 min walk)
Santo • Lines: Sir1 (13 min walk)

Train

Padova (23 min walk)