Via Dante, Milan

Name: Via Dante
Address: Via Dante, 8, Milan, Italy

#192 among attractions in Milan

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Via Dante today is a pedestrian street in central Milan, Italy, connecting Piazzale Cordusio with Largo Cairoli. It is near to the city's Castello Sforzesco and is named after the Florentine poet Dante Alighieri. It is known for its theatres, shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, and palazzi ― townhouses or „palaces“, elegant city residences of nobles and wealthy citizens. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°28'3"N, 9°10'60"E

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Via Dante, 8Centro Storico (Brera)Milan Italy

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Via Dante – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sforza's Castle, Museum of Musical Instruments, Teatro alla Scala, Sforza Castle Pinacoteca.

~1280 ftNW
Medieval fortress housing art treasures
Sforza's Castle, Milan
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Milan, Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) is not only a monumental fortification but also a cultural cornerstone housing several of the city's museum and art collections. This grandiose castle, a symbol of Milan's rich history, was originally...
~1470 ftNW
Museum, Gothic architecture, Specialty museum
Museum of Musical Instruments, Milan
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museum of Musical Instruments represents a melodious haven for music enthusiasts and historians alike. This cultural gem is housed within the larger complex of the Castello Sforzesco, one of Milan's most significant landmarks...
~1500 ftE
Grand opera house for Italian classics
Teatro alla Scala, Milan
8 min walk • Teatro alla Scala, commonly known as La Scala, is one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, situated in the heart of Milan, Italy. This iconic theatre, inaugurated in 1778, is renowned for its rich history in the performing arts and its sumptuous interior...
~1550 ftNW
Museum, Gothic architecture, Art museum
Sforza Castle Pinacoteca, Milan
8 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of the Sforza Castle in Milan, Italy, lies the Sforza Castle Pinacoteca, a treasure trove of Renaissance art. This museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing a rich collection of Italian paintings, is a cultural highlight for art...
~1510 ftNW
Museum, Gothic architecture, Art museum
Museo d'Arte Antica, Milan
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museo d'Arte Antica is a treasure trove of historical artistry housed within the ancient walls of the Castello Sforzesco. This museum is dedicated to showcasing a vast collection of medieval and Renaissance art and artifacts...
~1430 ftSE
Medieval palace with arcades and frescoes
Palazzo della Ragione, Milan
7 min walk • The Palazzo della Ragione is a historic building of Milan, Italy, located in Piazza Mercanti, facing the Loggia degli Osii. It was built in the 13th century and originally served as a broletto as well as a judicial seat.
~1360 ftSW
Archaeological museum in former convent
Archaeological Museum, Milan
7 min walk • The Archaeological Museum of Milan is located in the ex-convent of the Monastero Maggiore, alongside the ancient church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, with entrance on Corso Magenta.
~1300 ftSW
Church known for its frescoes and artwork
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, Milan
7 min walk • San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is a church in Milan, northern Italy. It was originally attached to the most important female convent of the Benedictines in the city, Monastero Maggiore, which is now in use as the Civic Archaeological Museum.
~1060 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
Applied Arts Collection, Milan
6 min walk • The Applied Arts Collection of Milan is located in the Sforza Castle museum complex under the management of the municipality of Milan, Italy. The museum is divided into several sections with particular emphasis on jewelry, ivories, pottery and art glass.
~1180 ftSE
Square
Piazza Cordusio, Milan
6 min walk • Piazza Cordusio is a square in central Milan, Italy. The piazza takes its name from the Cors Ducis which was located on the square during Longobard times. It is well known for its several turn-of-the-19th-century Neoclassical, eclectic and Art Nouveau buildings, banks and post offices.
~1350 ftSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Baroque architecture
Palazzo Litta, Milan
7 min walk • The Palazzo Litta, also known as the Palazzo Arese-Litta, is a Baroque structure in Milan, northern Italy, opposite San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, and dating from the period of Spanish rule of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Via Dante?

Nearby attractions include Early Christian churches in Milan, Milan (2 min walk), Santa Maria della Consolazione, Milan (2 min walk), Teatro Dal Verme, Milan (3 min walk), Piccolo Teatro Grassi, Milan (3 min walk).

How to get to Via Dante by public transport?

The nearest stations to Via Dante:

Tram

Cairoli • Lines: 1, 4 (2 min walk)
Via Cusani • Lines: 1, 12, 14, 2 (4 min walk)

Metro

Cairoli • Lines: M1 (3 min walk)
Cordusio • Lines: M1 (6 min walk)

Bus

Cairoli M1 • Lines: 50, 57, 61, Nm2 (4 min walk)
Via Cusani • Lines: 61 (4 min walk)

Train

Milano Nord Cadorna (10 min walk)
Milano Porta Garibaldi passante (30 min walk)