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Museo di San Marco

Museo di San Marco

4.6(16 reviews)
1.7 kmDuomo

The entrance is tricky to find, and I wish I could give helpful tips here but honestly we just…read morewandered around the outside of the building until we found it! If you have a FirenzeCard, this is included, which was great since when we arrived they were only open for an hour longer; the closing time was earlier than what was posted on their sign, 2PM rather than 4PM, but hours seem to be variable and limited at many of the smaller museums. We were able to walk around and saw more fabulous art in the time we had; the second floor is worth seeing as well as it is the old "cells" and library. They are not kidding about closing time...at 1:45 they rang bells, started closing windows, and directing people out. Definitely a good stop if you have a FirenzeCard and are looking for a less crowded place to spend a little time.

Museo di San Marco is an easy two-fer after you've seen David at the Accademia: it's located only…read moreone block north. It features the work of Fra Angelico, another famous Renaissance artist, in both frescoes and paintings. This museum is definitely worth a visit, and in addition to the paintings, the architecture and courtyard are beautiful. Like us, however, if you have come from the Accademia, unless you have started your day extremely early, you are going to run into a time crunch. Believe it or not, this museum closes at 1:50 PM. As a result, we had to rush through and missed quite a bit - but they are very serious about that closing time. On Saturdays, and selected (not every) Sundays/Mondays they do stay open until 4:50 PM. Not having arrived on that "selected" schedule, much of what this museum had to offer would not be seen by us.

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Museo Salvatore Ferragamo

Museo Salvatore Ferragamo

4.6(26 reviews)
0.5 kmDuomo

The Ferragamo Museum in Florence is a must for anyone who loves fashion, history, or timeless…read morestyle. The exhibits are beautifully curated and tell such a thoughtful story about craftsmanship, innovation, and Italian design. Seeing Audrey Hepburn + Marilyn Monroe's Ferragamo shoes in person were a highlight -- a quiet but powerful reminder of how elegance truly never goes out of style. The photography, archival pieces, and storytelling make the experience feel intimate and inspiring rather than overwhelming.

I'm a fan of Ferragamo, so when I learned that there was a museum showcasing the history of the…read morebrand and its namesake founder, I thought it would be a great attraction to add to my itinerary. That being said, I carved some time into our itinerary the last full day we were in Firenze to check it out. The museum is conveniently located on the lower level of the Ferragamo boutique; I purchased tickets in advance, and after showing my vouchers I was given a little information about the layout of the space before being led into the main area. The museum was divided into several rooms; some of the highlights for me were a timeline of Ferragamo's history, a showcase of all of his celebrity clients along with his shoes they wore, and the custom molds he had for some of his clients. The museum was actually bigger than I expected - I'm not sure but for some reason I thought it would only be a room or two but we ended up spending close to an hour there exploring. Overall, I really enjoyed time time at the Museo - I may be biased due to my affinity to Ferragamo, but even if you're not really into the brand it provides great insight into Sal's place in world culture.

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Opificio delle Pietre Dure

Opificio delle Pietre Dure

4.8(8 reviews)
1.4 kmDuomo

Pietre Dure is one of the lesser known and visited museums in Florence. It's a rather small museum…read morebut the fact that it is not crammed with tourists is certainly refreshing. The first floor of the museum consists of several galleries depicting the cultural significance of inlaid stonework during the renaissance while the second floor is an actual Pietre Dure workshop where one can learn about the arduous process by which these intricate tables are put together. The entire museum should take no longer than an hour making it a nice stop before lunch / dinner on a busy day. The museum entrance is also only 4eu (or free with an Uffizi ticket) which is refreshing when compared to other museums in town. Overall a great spot to see some beautiful examples of Renaissance inlaid stonework and craftsmanship. Worth a visit if you only have a bit of time to spare.

As you stand in awe, staring at the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, there's a little voice in your…read morehead asking, "How in the world are they preserving/restoring this place?" The laboratory/workshop that restores timeless pieces of art is located at the Opificio Delle Pietre Dure. I had the opportunity to get a private tour through a corporate host for an event. Not only is it a lab, but its a school training students in the art of restoration. As you can imagine, its a painstaking process. Had glimpses into the processes of restoring bronze, stone & ceramic. Our group spent the most time in the mosaics lab. After observing the process, there is a little museum where you can see pieces that have been restored. Its fantastic that Florentines, as a culture, has always valued restoration (The Opificio was founded in 1588). Today, the Opificio dell Pietre Dure e Laboratori de Restauro is an institute of the Ministry of Culture.

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Galleria dell'Accademia - It's a kidnapping.  Seriously.

Galleria dell'Accademia

4.4(308 reviews)
1.5 kmDuomo
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The Accademia Gallery in Florence offers a focused, more intimate, and ultimately defined by a…read moresingle, overwhelming masterpiece, Michelangelo's David. Founded in the late 18th century as a teaching collection, it evolved into one of Italy's most important art institutions You slowly move through the gallery of Renaissance paintings and plaster models. You curiosity begins to build as you anticipate viewing this famous David. Quite impressive...the statue's size, precision details, and sculpture expertise lives you in awe. The Accademia's smaller size allows for a more intimate experience. It highlights Michelangelo's works as well as adding meaningful context.

You cannot visit Florence without visiting Galleria dell'Accademia to see Michelangelo's David…read more Though I had a tour guide, I felt like the pace was too slow. It's a great museum, don't get me wrong, but I'd rather beat the crowds to see David, and then take my time strolling through all the other works of art. Seeing 17' of David in person is unreal-- a human made this out of rejected marble. The magnitude of David's height and attention to detail is incredible and the lighting under a skylight highlights every vein and definition of muscle even more so. If you're looking for a deep dive art history lesson, I'd recommend using AI. Note: try to book skip-the-line tickets in advance. If you're unable to, you can try to book through a third party booking system such as Viator, but you'll be paying more.

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Traveled to the other side of the world just for this.

Galleria dell'Accademia - Traveled to the other side of the world just for this.

Traveled to the other side of the world just for this.

Galleria dell'Accademia - Traveled to the other side of the world just for this.

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