Good to know
Good to Know
- Advance booking is not optional for Uffizi and Accademia in peak season (May-September) — same-day tickets routinely sell out by mid-morning. Book 1-2 months ahead.
- The Firenze Card is worth buying if staying 72+ hours and visiting 5+ sites, but less valuable in low season (November-March) when lines are short. Compare individual ticket costs against €85 before deciding.
- Climbing the Duomo's dome is popular and tickets sell out; book separately through operamuseum.it (not included in Firenze Card; requires timed reservation).
- Many churches in Florence charge admission (Firenze Card covers ~60 sites, including most major churches), so the pass pays for itself quickly if you're visiting multiple churches.
- Historic center is highly walkable; most major sites are within 10-15 minutes of each other on foot. Public transport (bus/tram) no longer included with Firenze Card.
- First Sunday of each month offers free admission to state museums, but crowds are heavy and no advance reservations available — expect long queues.
- Reduced prices for EU citizens 18-25 are substantial (€2 instead of €25 at Uffizi); always carry ID if you qualify.
- Museum hours: Most close Mondays; Uffizi and Accademia close Tuesdays. Confirm hours on official websites before visiting.
- Ticket offices located: Uffizi (under loggia), Pitti Palace (square in front), Boboli Gardens (three entrances). Duomo passes sold at three offices near cathedral.
- Evening entry to Uffizi from 4 p.m. costs €16 (as of 2026) — a budget option if you want to skip morning crowds, though still requires advance booking.
Museum Passes
Firenze Card (Firenzecard)
- Price
- €85
- Best For
- Art lovers visiting 72+ hours planning to see 3+ sites per day; provides priority access during peak season (May-September)
- Includes
- Access to 60+ museums, churches, villas, and historical sites in Florence circuit with skip-the-line priority access to major museums (Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, Bargello, and others). All special exhibitions included in price.
- Validity
- 72 hours from first entry
- No Transport
- As of early 2025, public transportation is no longer included; purchase separate bus/tram tickets if needed
- Free Children
- Family members under 18 enter free with cardholder
- Restart Extension
- Firenzecard Restart adds 48 hours; available from March 1, 2026 for €28
Uffizi + Pitti Palace + Boboli Gardens Combined Ticket
- Price
- €40
- Includes
- One-time admission to Uffizi (with mandatory timed entry), Pitti Palace, and Boboli Gardens; no advance reservation fees
- Validity
- 5 consecutive days
- Note
- Valid one additional day if any closure day (Mondays, Dec 25, Jan 1) falls within 5-day window
Accademia + Bargello Combined Ticket
- Price
- €26
- Validity
- 48 hours
- Available From
- March 15, 2026
72 hours
- Name
- Six-Museum Cumulative Ticket (Accademia, Bargello, Medici Chapels, Orsanmichele, Palazzo Davanzati, Casa Martelli)
- Price
- €38
- Available From
- March 15, 2026
Must See Sites
Uffizi Gallery
- Ticket Price
- €25
- Afternoon Ticket
- €16
- Description
- One of the world's most famous art museums, featuring Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Leonardo da Vinci, including Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and Caravaggio's 'Medusa'.
- Booking Note
- Advance booking strongly recommended; reserve at least 1 month in advance at tickets.uffizi.it to secure preferred time slots. Long queues are common, especially in peak season.
- Afternoon Note
- Available from 4 p.m. onwards, as of January 2026
Galleria dell'Accademia
- Ticket Price
- €20
- Price Note
- Previously €16 before February 2026 increase
- Description
- Home to Michelangelo's monumental statue 'David' and other Renaissance sculptures and paintings.
- Booking Note
- Reserve at least 2 months in advance if possible. Price increased as of February 1, 2026.
Duomo Complex (Cathedral & Dome)
- Dome Climb Price
- €30
- Free Note
- Cathedral entry is free but often has long lines; passes allow shorter entry via crypt.
- Description
- Florence's iconic cathedral featuring Brunelleschi's famous dome. The cathedral interior is free to enter, but climbing the dome requires a separate timed-entry ticket.
- Dome Climb Note
- Brunelleschi Pass includes dome climb (requires timed reservation). Multiple pass options available: Ghiberti Pass (cathedral via crypt + museum), Giotto Pass (adds bell tower), Brunelleschi Pass (adds dome climb).
Palazzo Pitti
- Ticket Price
- €19
- Description
- Former Medici family palace on south bank of Arno, containing multiple museums including Palatine Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, Museum of Costume and Fashion.
Boboli Gardens
- Ticket Price
- €10
- Description
- Historic Renaissance gardens adjacent to Palazzo Pitti with sculptures, grottoes, and city views.
Bargello National Museum
- Ticket Price
- €12
- Price Note
- Increased from €10 as of February 1, 2026
- Description
- Medieval palace housing Italian sculpture collection with works by Donatello, Michelangelo, and Giambologna, plus decorative arts.
Medici Chapels
- Ticket Price
- €11
- Price Note
- Increased from €9 as of February 1, 2026
- Description
- Chapels featuring the tombs of the powerful Medici family and Renaissance art including works by Michelangelo.
Palazzo Vecchio
- Tower Price
- €25
- Tower Note
- Tower climb available; entrance through alternative routes for pass holders
- Description
- Medieval civic palace with ornate rooms, frescoes, and the famous Arnolfo Tower offering panoramic city views.
Ponte Vecchio
- Free Note
- Public bridge, free to walk across 24 hours
- Description
- World-famous 14th-century bridge spanning the Arno, lined with shops and offering river views.
Vasari Corridor
- Ticket Price
- €47
- Description
- 16th-century enclosed passageway designed by Giorgio Vasari, connecting Uffizi Gallery to Pitti Palace, featuring ancient sculptures and river views.
Free Entry Opportunities
First Sunday of Each Month
- Note
- No advance reservations available on these dates; visitors must queue in line
- Description
- Free admission to all state museums (Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, Bargello, Medici Chapels, National Archaeological Museum, and more) via 'Domenica al Museo' initiative
National Holidays
- Dates
- April 25 (Liberation Day), June 2 (Republic Day), November 4 (National Unity and Armed Forces Day)
- Description
- Free admission to state museums for all visitors
Location Note
All major museums listed are within Florence's historic center, walkable from Piazza della Signoria. Uffizi is 3-8 minutes walk from Duomo, 2-5 minutes from Ponte Vecchio.
Practical Booking Tips
Practical Booking Tips
- Book the three 'big three' (Uffizi, Accademia, Duomo dome) at least 1-2 months ahead of travel to secure preferred time slots
- Official Uffizi/Pitti/Boboli tickets: tickets.uffizi.it (as of late 2025, managed by CoopCulture)
- Accademia/Bargello/Medici museums tickets: b-ticket.com/webshop (still on legacy platform as of March 2026)
- Avoid peak season (May-September) queues by booking in advance or visiting first Sunday of the month (free but no line priority)
- Firenze Card holders must still reserve Uffizi entry times in advance; make reservations at Orsanmichele desk or official call center (+39 055 0354135)
- European Union citizens aged 18-25 qualify for reduced (€2) or half-price tickets on some museums; bring valid ID
- Children under 18 typically enter free or at reduced rate; verify at point of purchase
- No student discounts except for EU citizens 18-25; limited AARP/senior discounts available
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