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Basilica of San Domenico
Religious site4.7 · 4 4344.5 · 937≈ 45 minFree entry
The Basilica of San Domenico is the mother church of the Dominican Order, founded where Saint Dominic passed away in 1221. Its crown jewel is the Arca di San Domenico, a magnificent marble shrine sculpted across centuries by Nicola Pisano, Arnolfo di Cambio, and a young Michelangelo, who carved an angel and two saints. Intricate choir stalls enrich the choir.
Highlights
- Marble shrine of Saint Dominic by Nicola Pisano
- Statues of an angel and saints carved by Michelangelo
- Intricately inlaid wooden choir stalls by Fra Damiano
- Medieval tombs of Glossators on the church square
Opening hours
| Mon | 07:00 – 13:00, 15:30 – 20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 07:00 – 13:00, 15:30 – 20:00 |
| Wed | 07:00 – 13:00, 15:30 – 20:00 |
| Thu | 07:00 – 13:00, 15:30 – 20:00 |
| Fri | 07:00 – 13:00, 15:30 – 20:00 |
| Sat | 07:15 – 13:00, 15:30 – 19:30 |
| Sun | 07:55 – 12:30, 15:30 – 19:00 |
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