Piazza dei Signori

Piazza dei Signori is a central square in Treviso surrounded by historic buildings with large arches at ground level, including the Palazzo dei Trecento from 1213, the Palazzo della Prefettura, and the Palazzo Pretorio. The square is rectangular and flat, with a tall tower built in 1218 standing in the middle that gives the city a distinctive character.

The square evolved from the expansion of the original Carubio square in the Middle Ages, a name derived from a Latin word for a checkerboard street pattern. Over the centuries it became known by different names including Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Grande, serving as a venue for markets, carnival celebrations with music and dancing, and public gatherings.

The square takes its name from its closeness to the Palazzo della Signoria, the seat of the medieval Podestà who governed the city. Today it serves as a lively gathering place where locals and visitors meet for coffee, browse markets, and enjoy concerts and cultural festivals.

The square is a pedestrian zone with no vehicle traffic, making it a safe and comfortable place to walk around. Cafes, restaurants, and small shops line the edges where you can take a break and enjoy the view of the historic buildings while watching street performers and local life.

The square was once also known as Piazza delle Catene or Piazza della Berlina because public punishments took place here in earlier centuries. This darker past was eventually forgotten and the place became a symbol of tradition and celebration for the local community instead.

• Location: Treviso
• Address: P.za dei Signori, 10, 31100 Treviso TV, Italy
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: http://comune.treviso.it
• GPS coordinates: 45.66586,12.24558
• Latest update: February 7, 2026 11:01