Biblioteca Cathariniana, Pisa

#56 among attractions in Pisa

Library, Neoclassical architecture

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The Biblioteca Cathariniana or Cateriniana is a public library in Pisa, region of Tuscany, Italy. It is affiliated with the Archbishop's Seminary. ()

Coordinates: 43°43'18"N, 10°24'15"E

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Biblioteca Cathariniana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo della Carovana, Statue of Cosimo I, Piazza dei Cavalieri, Palazzo dell'Orologio.

~1160 ftSW
Ornate art-filled palace and university
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~1270 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Cosimo I, Pisa
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~1200 ftSW
Renaissance square with Medici statue
Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa
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~1340 ftSW
Tower
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~630 ftNW
Baths, Historical place
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~1490 ftSW
Romanesque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
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~1170 ftNE
Romanesque architecture, Monastery
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~1150 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
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~1250 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
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~220 ftSE
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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~1740 ftS
Romanesque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Biblioteca Cathariniana?

Nearby attractions include Santa Caterina, Pisa (2 min walk), St. Anne's Church, Pisa (3 min walk), San Torpé, Pisa (3 min walk), Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa (3 min walk).

How to get to Biblioteca Cathariniana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Biblioteca Cathariniana:

Bus

San Zeno 2 • Lines: 4 (1 min walk)
V. Brennero Porta A Lucca • Lines: 70, Lucca-Pisa via Ripafratta, Lucca-Pisa via Santa Maria del G (4 min walk)

Train

Pisa San Rossore (21 min walk)
Pisa Centrale (25 min walk)