Palazzo Besana, Milan

Name: Palazzo Besana
Address: Milan, Italy

#166 among attractions in Milan

Palace, Neoclassical architecture

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The Palazzo Pozzi Besana is a Neoclassical style palace in Milan, region of Lombardy, Italy. Constructed in 1815 using designs by Giovanni Battista Piuri and Piero Portaluppi. It is adjacent to the Casa degli Omenoni. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°28'3"N, 9°11'32"E

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Centro Storico (Duomo)Milan Italy

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Palazzo Besana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Via Monte Napoleone, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Gallerie d'Italia, Leonardo3 Museum.

~850 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
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~880 ftSW
High-end shopping in ornate 1800s arcade
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan
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~410 ftW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum
Gallerie d'Italia, Milan
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~710 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Leonardo3 Museum, Milan
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~760 ftW
Grand opera house for Italian classics
Teatro alla Scala, Milan
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~270 ftSW
Large 16th-century palace with tours
Palazzo Marino, Milan
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~1190 ftS
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Basilica vetus, Milan
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~700 ftW
Square, Historic walking areas
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~1210 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
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~370 ftN
Collection of European master paintings
Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan
2 min walk • The Museo Poldi Pezzoli is an art museum in Milan, Italy. It is located near the Teatro alla Scala, on Via Manzoni 12. The museum was originated in the 19th century as a private collection of Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli and his mother, Rosa Trivulzio, of the family of the condottiero Gian Giacomo Trivulzio.
~480 ftSW
Writer's birthplace with tours and library
Casa Manzoni, Milan
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo Besana?

Nearby attractions include Casa degli Omenoni, Milan (1 min walk), Palazzo Belgioioso, Milan (1 min walk), Palazzo Marino, Milan (2 min walk), Palazzo della Banca Commerciale Italiana, Milan (2 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo Besana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo Besana:

Tram

Teatro alla Scala • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Montenapoleone • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Metro

Montenapoleone • Lines: M3 (5 min walk)
Duomo • Lines: M1, M3 (7 min walk)

Bus

Montenapoleone M3 • Lines: 61 (5 min walk)
Via Monte di Pietà - Via Verdi • Lines: 61 (5 min walk)

Train

Milano Nord Cadorna (21 min walk)
Milano Repubblica (25 min walk)

Trolleybus

Viale Umbria Via Comelico • Lines: 92 (38 min walk)
Piazzale Loreto - Via Pergolesi • Lines: 92 (39 min walk)