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Museums and Landmarks

Accademia Gallery
Find the famous sculpture of ‘David’ by Michelangelo and works by great Italian artists such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Pontormo to name just a few.
Location: 58/60 Via Ricasoli, Florence 50122
Pitti Palace
Pitti Palace houses many important Florentine museums such as the Palatine Gallery, the Modern Art Gallery, the Porcelain museum, and the Costumes Gallery. Don’t miss a stroll at the Boboli Gardens of the palace.
Location: 1 Piazza de’ Pitti, Florence 50125
The Uffizi Gallery
Famous for the outstanding collection of ancient sculptures and paintings from the Middle age to Modern period. Walk along the Vasari corridor and witness an invaluable collection of ancient statues and busts of the Medici family.
Location: 6 Piazzale degli Uffizi, Florence 50122
www.uffizi.it
National Museum of Bargello
A museum that brings together many important Renaissance sculptures and masterpieces of the minor arts from varying periods, including masterpieces by famous Italian artists.
Location: 4 Via del Proconsolo, 50122 Florence
Palazzo Comunale
Standing tall in the town’s center, showcasing the famous “Sala di Dante” and the Picture Gallery with works dating back to the 13th and 17th centuries. Climb the Torre Grossa, the town’s highest tower for panoramic views.
Location: Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano, Tuscany
www.sangimignanomusei.it
Cathedral of Siena
A Gothic building with an impressive facade and even more breathtaking interior filled with treasures by famous Italian artists and frescoes by Pinturicchio. Explore the Piccolomini Library, the Museum, the crypt, and the Baptistry.
Location: 8 Piazza del Duomo, Siena 53100
Church of Santa Maria Novella
A museum, religious site, and superb example of Italian Gothic art located in the homonymous square. Check out the works of Italian Renaissance and Middle Ages artists.
Location: 18 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, Florence 50123
www.smn.it
The Cathedral (Duomo)
A charming gothic church dedicated to Santa Maria del Fiore and designed by one of the greatest architects and sculptors of his time; Arnolfo di Cambio. Discover the Baptistery and the great Pieta by famous artist Michelangelo.
Location: 3 Piazza del Duomo, Florence 50122
Museum of the Opera del Duomo (OPA)
Houses more that 750 works of art that have been restored from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery, the Crypt of Santa Reparata and the Opera Museum.
Location: 9 Piazza del Duomo, Florence 50122
www.museumflorence.com
Santa Croce Basilica
The principal Franciscan church in Florence, consisting of 16 chapels and a museum worth exploring for its impressive frescoes.
Location: 16 Piazza di Santa Croce, Florence 50122
www.santacroceopera.it
Santo Spirito Basilica
Built according to the designs of Filippo Brunelleschi, with an unfinished façade boasting a simple, plastered surface and interior of important art works, including a wooden crucifix by Michelangelo and works by famous Italian artists.
Location: 30 Piazza Santo Spirito, Florence 50125
Palazzo Vecchio
A medieval fortress with Roman ruins that can be admired in the underground level and amazing museum. Check out the Hall of the Five Hundred decorated by the two greatest artists, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.
Location: Piazza della Signoria, Florence 50122