Palazzo Traversa: A Journey Through Bra's History and Art
Explore Bra's rich history and art at Palazzo Traversa, a captivating museum housed in a 15th-century Gothic palace.
Palazzo Traversa, a late Gothic palace dating back to the 15th century, houses Bra's Civic Museum. Explore archaeological finds from the Roman city of Pollentia and admire a collection of local art from the 17th to 20th centuries.
A brief summary to Palazzo Traversa
- Via Serra, Bra, Province of Cuneo, 12042, IT
- +390172423880
- Visit website
- Thursday 3 pm-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-12:30 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's website for current opening hours, as they vary depending on the day and season.
- Consider purchasing the single ticket for the Civic Museums of Bra, which allows access to Palazzo Traversa, the Craveri Museum, and the Toy Museum.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the museum's collections.
- Visit the Pollenzo archeological site to enhance your understanding of the Roman artifacts displayed in the museum.
Getting There
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Walking
Palazzo Traversa is located in the center of Bra, easily accessible on foot from most points in the city center. From Piazza Caduti per la Libertà, walk north along Via Vittorio Emanuele II. Turn left onto Via Serra. The museum will be on your left. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. No costs are involved.
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Public Transport
The closest train station to Palazzo Traversa is Bra. From the station, walk north along Viale Risorgimento. Turn right onto Via XX Settembre, then turn left onto Via Serra. The museum will be on your right. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. A single ticket on public transport in Bra costs approximately €1.50.
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Driving
If driving to Palazzo Traversa, be aware that parking in the immediate vicinity may be limited. Consider parking in one of the parking garages in Bra and walking to the museum. One option is the multistorey car park Porta Palazzo in Turin, with hourly rates starting from €1.80. From the parking, walk to the museum.
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