Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #2 in Como, Italy

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Tour Facts

Number of sights 7 sights
Distance 1.9 km
Ascend 38 m
Descend 28 m

Experience Como in Italy in a whole new way with our free 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 Como

Sight 1: Terme Romane

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The Roman Baths of Como were a Roman thermal complex in the city of Como, in use from the second half of the first century AD until the end of the third century AD.

Wikipedia: Terme di Como Romana (IT), Website

335 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 2: Teatro Sociale

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Teatro Sociale is a theatre in Como, designed by architect Giuseppe Cusi following a decision by the local nobility that a new one was needed to replace the existing 1764/65 building which was regarded as outdated. The site of the ruined medieval castle, Torre Rotonda, was the chosen location and the Società dei Palchettisti was created by membership subscriptions to fund its creation.

Wikipedia: Teatro Sociale, Como (EN), Website

160 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 3: Cathedral of Como

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Como Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of the city of Como, Lombardy, Italy, and the seat of the Bishop of Como. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Wikipedia: Como Cathedral (EN), Website

287 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 4: Chiesa del Gesù

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Chiesa del Gesù

The church of Saints Felice and Amanzio, more commonly known as the church of the Gesù, is a Catholic church in the historic center of Como. Named after two of Como's first bishops, the church owes its nickname to the fact that it was built by the Society of Jesus.

Wikipedia: Chiesa del Gesù (Como) (IT)

294 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 5: Broletto

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The Broletto of Como is the original seat, in medieval times, of the Municipality of the city of Como.

Wikipedia: Broletto di Como (IT)

171 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 6: Chiesa di San Provino

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The church of San Provino is a Catholic church in the historic center of Como. The church is dedicated to Probino di Como, second bishop of the diocese of Como.

Wikipedia: Chiesa di San Provino (Como) (IT)

669 meters / 8 minutes

Sight 7: Chiesa di Sant'Agostino

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The church of Sant'Agostino is a Catholic place of worship in Como, dedicated to the saint of the same name. It is the only Cistercian Gothic-style church in the city. Inside is preserved the canvas of the Birth of Mary by Morazzone.

Wikipedia: Chiesa di Sant'Agostino (Como) (IT), Website

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