Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea, Ferrara

Name: Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea
Address: Via delle Scienze 17, Ferrara, 44121, Italy
Telephone: +39 0532 418200

#37 among attractions in Ferrara

Vernacular architecture, Library

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The Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea is located in the Palazzo Paradiso in central Ferrara, region of Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It was named Ariostea, because the collection contains manuscripts related to the author, and within the palace also lies the tomb of Ludovico Ariosto. ()

Local name: Biblioteca comunale Ariostea Coordinates: 44°49'58"N, 11°37'18"E

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Via delle Scienze 17Ferrara 44121 Italy

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+39 0532 418200

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Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castello Estense, Ferrara Cathedral, City Theater, Palazzo Roverella.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo Paradiso, Ferrara (1 min walk), Chiesa di Sant'agnese, Ferrara (2 min walk), Ferrara Synagogue, Ferrara (2 min walk), Chiesa dei Santi Giuseppe, Ferrara (4 min walk).

How to get to Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea by public transport?

The nearest stations to Biblioteca Comunale Ariostea:

Bus

Carlo Mayr - Piazza Verdi • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)
Corso Porta Reno • Lines: 11A, 11B (6 min walk)

Train

Ferrara Via Boschetto (28 min walk)
Ferrara Aleotti (29 min walk)