Castel San Pietro, Verona

Name: Castel San Pietro
Address: Piazzale Castel S. Pietro, 1, 37129 Verona VR, Verona, Italy

#45 among attractions in Verona

View point, Historical place

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The castel San Pietro erarial barracks or more simply castel San Pietro, originally called Aerarialcasernen Castel San Pietro, is a military building located on the San Pietro hill in Verona, in an elevated spot with a wide panoramic view of the Scaliger city, and for this reason a favorite destination for tourists and Veronese who can also reach the square in front of the castle by the Castel San Pietro funicular. The building was designed by k.k. Austrian Genie-Direktion Verona stationed in the city and built between 1852 and 1858, when the remains of the pre-existing castle's curtain wall, built in the late 14th century, were also restored.

Coordinates: 45°26'53"N, 11°0'9"E

Address

Piazzale Castel S. Pietro, 1, 37129 Verona VRCentro Storico (Veronetta)Verona Italy

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Castel San Pietro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza delle Erbe, Verona Cathedral, Sant'Anastasia, Torre dei Lamberti.

0.4 miSW
Busy historic city square with eateries
Piazza delle Erbe, Verona
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~1570 ftW
Grand cathedral with Titian artwork
Verona Cathedral, Verona
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~1170 ftSW
Gothic artworks in a 13th-century church
Sant'Anastasia, Verona
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0.4 miSW
Medieval bell-tower and viewpoint
Torre dei Lamberti, Verona
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0.4 miSW
Square
Piazza dei Signori, Verona
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Verona, Piazza dei Signori is an emblematic square that exudes the historical charm and architectural grandeur of this Italian city. Once the hub of Verona's political power, the square is surrounded by significant buildings, including the...
~280 ftSW
Historical place, Theater, Concerts and shows
Teatro Romano, Verona
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0.4 miSE
Park, Palace, Architecture
Giardino Giusti, Verona
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~800 ftW
Historic, restored Roman arch bridge
Ponte Pietra, Verona
4 min walk • Ponte Pietra, also known as the Stone Bridge, is an enduring landmark of Verona, Italy, and one of the city's most picturesque historical sites. Spanning the Adige River, this ancient Roman bridge dates back to 1st century B.C.
~640 ftNW
Romanesque architecture, Church
Santo Stefano, Verona
4 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Verona, Santo Stefano is a historical church that exudes ancient charm and spiritual tranquility. This sacred site, which has stood the test of time, is a testament to the religious and architectural heritage of the city.
~1750 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Spiritual
San Giorgio in Braida, Verona
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~1850 ftSW
Intricate Gothic funerary monument
Arche Scaligere, Verona
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Verona, a city steeped in history and romance, the Arche Scaligere stand as a testament to the grandeur of the Scaligeri dynasty, which ruled the city during the Middle Ages. This group of five elaborate Gothic funerary monuments is dedicated...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Castel San Pietro?

Nearby attractions include Chiesa dei Santi Siro e Libera, Verona (2 min walk), Teatro Romano, Verona (2 min walk), Santa Maria in Organo, Verona (2 min walk), Santo Stefano, Verona (4 min walk).

How to get to Castel San Pietro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Castel San Pietro:

Bus

Via S.Stefano 14 • Lines: 31, 32, 33, 73, 91 (4 min walk)
Lungadige S. Giorgio fr.2 • Lines: 31, 32, 33, 73, 91 (5 min walk)

Train

Verona Porta Vescovo (30 min walk)