One of the world's premier art museums, the Uffizi Gallery specializes in primitive and Renaissance paintings. Though primarily known for its collection of Italian art, including works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, the works of German, Dutch and Flemish masters are also prominent, such as Durer, Rubens and Rembrandt. Housed in the top floor of the former administrative offices of the Tuscan state, the collection was enhanced by members of the Medici family, who were enthusiastic collectors of paintings, sculpture and other works of art. The collection grew with the contributions of their successors, the Lorraine Grand-dukes.
Take bus 23 to the museum from the train station, or simply walk about 10 minutes through the city center.
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Know that the museum is open to visitors from 8:15 a.m.to 6:50 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday.
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Pay the admission fee. Understand that there are no discounted tickets, except for EU citizens.
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Soak in and appreciate the world-class collection of Renaissance art during your visit, especially Sandro Botticelli's The Birth of Venus, Leonardo Da Vinci's The Annunciation and Caravaggio's Bacchus.
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Know that there are well over 40 rooms in the museum. Each room is organized to display a series of related works.
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Look for special exhibits on the Uffizi Gallery website (see Resources below). From costume galleries to open-air displays of plants in the gardens, there are always new exhibitions to discover.
Enjoy the Museum's Amenities
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Visit the two museum shops, at the entrance and exit, before you leave. You can purchase guidebooks in various languages, souvenirs inspired by the art found in the gallery and art publications.
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Enjoy a meal and the accompanying view of Florence at the museum's cafe on the terrace above the Uffizi Loggia.
Tips & Warnings
The Uffizi Gallery is one of the top tourist attractions in Florence. Reserve a ticket for your visit in advance to avoid a long wait to enter the museum. This is especially important in July. Otherwise, you could wait in line for hours.
The museum is closed on Mondays, New Year's Day, May 1 and Christmas Day.
Ticket prices are increased when there is a special exhibit in the museum.
On any given day, rooms may be temporarily closed. This will be indicated at the ticket office and along the queue. These closures are not scheduled in advance due to unforeseen circumstances.
