Pia Casa di Lavoro, Florence

#168 among attractions in Florence

Monastery, Neoclassical architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Pia Casa di Lavoro di Montedomini is a large complex of buildings in Florence, Italy; the complex took shape in 1812, on the site of two expropriated former monasteries, where the Napoleonic government built a poor-house. The complex is bound by Via dei Malcontenti, Via delle Casine, Via Pietro Thouar and the Viale della Giovine Italia. The complex is located in the quartiere of Santa Croce, east of the city, north of the Arno river, and just within the 16th-century city walls. ()

Coordinates: 43°46'4"N, 11°16'2"E

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Centro Storico (Santa Croce)Florence Italy

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Pia Casa di Lavoro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, Palazzo dell'Antella, Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna.

~1790 ftS
19th-century piazza with views over city
Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence
9 min walk • Piazzale Michelangelo is a panoramic square that offers a stunning vista of Florence, Italy. This open space, designed by architect Giuseppe Poggi in 1869, was part of major urban renewal plans for Florence when it became the capital of Italy.
~1190 ftW
Landmark Franciscan place of worship
Santa Croce, Florence
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Florence, Italy, the Basilica di Santa Croce is a monumental testament to the city's rich religious and artistic heritage. This grand church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a mausoleum for some of Italy's most illustrious...
~1700 ftW
Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo dell'Antella, Florence
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Florence, Italy, the Palazzo dell'Antella is a historical palace that stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This architectural gem, located on the bustling Piazza Santa Croce, is renowned for its striking facade that...
~680 ftNW
Palace, Neoclassical architecture
Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna, Florence
4 min walk • The Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna is a palace located at via Ghibellina #30, corner with angolo via delle Conce, in central Florence in the region of Tuscany, Italy.
~1190 ftW
Ornate, art-filled Renaissance chapel
Pazzi Chapel, Florence
6 min walk • The Pazzi Chapel is a chapel located in the "first cloister" on the southern flank of the Basilica di Santa Croce in Florence, Italy. Commonly credited to Filippo Brunelleschi, it is considered to be one of the masterpieces of Renaissance architecture.
~1790 ftW
Square
Piazza Santa Croce, Florence
9 min walk • Piazza Santa Croce is one of the main plazas or squares located in the central neighborhood of Florence, in the region of Tuscany, Italy. It is located near piazza della Signoria and the National Central Library, and takes its name from the Basilica of Santa Croce that overlooks the square.
~1380 ftW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Hotel
Monument to Dante, Florence
7 min walk • The Statue of Dante Alighieri is a monument to Dante Alighieri in Piazza Santa Croce, outside the Basilica of Santa Croce, in Florence, Italy. Erected in 1865, it is the work of the sculptor Enrico Pazzi.
~1330 ftSW
Forts and castles, Observation decks and towers, Historical place
Torre San Niccolò, Florence
7 min walk • The Tower of San Niccolò, once part of a gate or porta in the former defensive walls of Florence, is now located, isolated in piazza Giuseppe Poggi, in the district of Oltrarno, Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. The portal was first erected in 1324.
~1790 ftS
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Giardino dell'Iris, Florence
9 min walk • Giardino dell'Iris is a botanical garden specializing in the cultivation of iris flowers, symbol of Florence since 1251. It is located on the corner of Viale dei Colli and Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, Italy, and open daily without charge from May 2–20 every year.
~560 ftSE
Tower
Torre della Zecca, Florence
3 min walk • The Torre della Zecca is a tower in the city walls of Florence, closing the city off from the river Arno to the east and thus known as a "torre terminale".
~1890 ftSW
Palace
Palazzo Serristori, Florence
10 min walk • Palazzo Serristori is a Renaissance style palace located between Piazza Demidoff and the Lungarno Serristori in Oltrarno, in the neighborhood of San Niccolò of Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pia Casa di Lavoro?

Nearby attractions include San Giuseppe, Florence (3 min walk), Torre della Zecca, Florence (3 min walk), Piazza Piave, Florence (4 min walk), Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna, Florence (4 min walk).

How to get to Pia Casa di Lavoro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pia Casa di Lavoro:

Bus

Piazza Piave • Lines: 23 N (3 min walk)
Giovine Italia • Lines: 13, 14 A, 14 B, 23 A, 23 B, 31, 32, 8 (4 min walk)

Train

Firenze Campo di Marte (22 min walk)
Firenze Santa Maria Novella (31 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (26 min walk)
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella • Lines: T1 (28 min walk)