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Things to see in Certosa di Pavia (Italy): 30 places and when to go
Certosa di Pavia is a town in Italy, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Temples (10), Wildlife (5). The best known are Certosa di Pavia, San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro and Pavia Cathedral. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 45.257, 9.1482
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Temples (10) · Wildlife (5) · Museums and art (4) · Nature (4) · Hiking (3)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MXP Ferno (VA), 53 km as the crow flies
What to see in Certosa di Pavia
The places in and around Certosa di Pavia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Certosa di PaviaMonastery in Italy5 m
- San Pietro in Ciel d'OroChurch in Pavia, Lombardy, Italy7.3 km
- Pavia CathedralCathedral in Lombardy, Italy8.1 km
- San Michele Maggiore, PaviaChurch building in Pavia, Italy8.4 km
- Visconti CastleCastle in Pavia, Italy7.5 km
- Santa Maria del Carmine, PaviaChurch building in Pavia, Italy7.8 km
- Civic TowerCollapsed medieval bell tower in Pavia, Italy8.0 km
- Ponte CopertoDeck arch bridge in Pavia, Italy8.5 km
- Pavia Civic MuseumsGroup of civic museums in Pavia, Italy7.4 km
- San Teodoro, PaviaChurch building in Pavia, Italy8.2 km
- Broletto, PaviaBuilding in Pavia, Italy8.1 km
- San Lanfranco, PaviaChurch building in Pavia, Italy7.2 km
- San Giovanni DomnarumChurch building in Pavia, Italy7.9 km
- Santa Maria di CanepanovaChurch building in Pavia, Italy8.0 km
- Crypt of Sant'EusebioChurch crypt in Pavia, Italy7.9 km
- University History Museum, University of PaviaMuseum in Pavia, Italy7.8 km
- Santa Maria in BetlemChurch building in Pavia, Lombardy, Italy8.9 km
- Visconti CastleCastle in Binasco, Italy9.2 km
- Visconti CastleCastle in Bereguardo, Italy9.6 km
- MUMACMuseum in Italy9.7 km
- Museum of Electrical TechniqueItalian museum5.9 km
- Riserva naturale Garzaia della CarolaProtected area in Italy (EUAP0294)2.5 km
- Monumento naturale Garzaia della Cascina VillarascaProtected area in Italy (EUAP0298)6.0 km
- Oasi di Sant'AlessioWith kids · Wildlife7.2 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
When to go to Certosa di Pavia
The best time to visit Certosa di Pavia is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:55
- FebPossible10:10
- MarBest time11:37
- AprBest time13:17
- MayBest time14:41
- JunBest time15:26
- JulPossible15:07
- AugPossible13:55
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:41
- NovPossible9:16
- DecPossible8:34
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34. In April, 30 of the 30 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Certosa di Pavia
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP, Ferno (VA)), 53 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Certosa di Pavia?
The best known: Certosa di Pavia, San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro, Pavia Cathedral, San Michele Maggiore, Pavia, Visconti Castle. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Certosa di Pavia?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34.
How do you get to Certosa di Pavia?
The nearest main airport is Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), 53 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Certosa di Pavia as the destination and these 30 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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