Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Udine, Italy
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4.2 km
57 m
Experience Udine in Italy in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in UdineSight 1: Teatro Nuovo Giovanni da Udine
The Teatro Nuovo Giovanni da Udine is the largest theatre in the city of Udine.
Sight 2: Santuario Beata Vergine delle Grazie
The sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of Graces, better known as Madonna delle Grazie, is one of the most important churches in Udine, located in the center of the city.
Wikipedia: Santuario della Beata Vergine delle Grazie (Udine) (IT), Website
Sight 3: Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate
The church of Sant'Antonio Abate is a religious building in Udine, now deconsecrated, located at the north-east corner of Piazza del Patriarcato, next to the current Diocesan Museum of Udine.
Sight 4: Museo Diocesano e Gallerie del Tiepolo
The Tiepolo Diocesan Museum and Galleries in Udine was founded in 1963 by Msgr. Giuseppe Zaffonato, Archbishop of Udine (1956-1972), with the aim of preserving and enhancing the ecclesiastical cultural heritage of the archdiocese.
Sight 5: Oratorio della Purità
The oratory of purity is a religious building in Udine.
Sight 6: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata
Udine Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral located in Udine, north-eastern Italy. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Udine.
Sight 7: Museo d'Arte Sacra del Duomo
The Museum of the Cathedral of Udine is a museum, housed in the baptistery of the cathedral of Udine, dedicated to the figure of Blessed Bertrand of San Genesio (1265-1350), considered one of the founding fathers of the city of Udine, having transported various economic ministries from the ancient Lombard capital Cividale del Friuli, to Udine in tumultuous times.
Sight 8: Loggia del Lionello
The Loggia del Lionello is one of the oldest and most important historical buildings in Udine, erected in Piazza Libertà owes its denomination to the one who made its construction: Nicolò Lionello. Characterized by a majestic structure and the elegance of its marbles, the loggia gradually became a symbol of the city. The building is made up of two floors and characterized by a alternating band coating of pink and white stones. The main facade has ten arches located in the lower part, while above there is a central balcony and two lateral tripor, enriched with stone coats of arms that recall the city of Udine. The style of the building, overall, refers to the Venetian Gothic style. The upper part of the northern side has a refined pentofora characterized by a tooth and stone round frame, depicting religious moments such as the Annunciation, as well as bas -reliefs of the Evangelists. The largest facade is turned towards the Castle Colle, the left side towards a group of houses, the right one looks via Mercatovecchio, while the back constitutes the bottom wall of the lodge. The latter joins the square through an elegant and large staircase that occupies the two central arches.
Sight 9: Bollani Arch
The Bollani Arch is a celebratory arch located on the side of Piazza Libertà in Udine, built in 1556 and attributed to the architect Andrea Palladio.
Sight 10: Castello di Udine
The Castle of Udine is a historical building in Udine, Northern Italy, built upon a hill in the historical center of the city.
Sight 11: Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello
The church of Santa Maria di Castello is the oldest sacred building in the city of Udine.
Sight 12: Civici musei e gallerie di storia e arte
The Civic Museums and Galleries of History and Art of Udine is a museum complex owned by the Municipality. Established in 1865 and opened to the public in 1866 at Palazzo Bartolini, they were moved to the current location of the Castle in 1906.
Sight 13: Palazzo Antonini Maseri
Palazzo Antonini also known as Palazzo Palladio and Palazzo Antonini-Maseri, is a palazzo in Udine, northern Italy. It was designed by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio in the middle of the 16th century for the Antonini family, owner of various other palaces in Udine.
Sight 14: Parco Moretti
Stadio Moretti was a multi-use stadium in Udine, Italy. It was initially used as the stadium of Udinese Calcio matches. It was replaced by Stadio Friuli in 1976. The capacity of the stadium was 25,000 spectators. It also hosted motorcycle speedway events.
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