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San Lorenzo
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Piazzale Michelangelo
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Duomo
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Duomo
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San Marco
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Santa Maria Novella
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San Lorenzo
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Santo Spirito / San Frediano
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Uffizi
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Florence Historic Center
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Santa Croce
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Santo Spirito / San Frediano
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Pitti
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Duomo
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Duomo
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Uffizi
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Piazzale Michelangelo
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Santa Croce
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Piazzale Michelangelo
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Santa Maria Novella
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Santo Spirito / San Frediano
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Florence Historic Center
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Florence Historic Center
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Florence Historic Center
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Santo Spirito / San Frediano
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- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsOn our family walking tour around Florence, we eventually hit upon the Piazza Duomo which includes the iconic Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. On the day we visited it was very hot and we had two dogs in tow. So we decided to simply walk around the cathedral to marvel at its grandeur, desperately trying to keep to the shadows to avoid the heated concrete burning the feet of our canine companions.
It was a busy mid week day and there were many tourists like us here. Judging by the queues it looked like getting in would come with a long wait. But never mind, we can, at least say that we enjoyed this chance to appreciate such an historic and iconic building.Written September 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kurt CMalta25 contributionsThe Campanile is a very wonderful attraction in Florence. This is my second time that I climbed this campanile. Once again, it was filled with crowds, even though we booked the trip for first thing in the morning. The climb is a bit difficult but at the end very worth it. Highly recommended for tourist who enjoy history and beautiful views. I strongly recommend that you book for first thing in the morning as queues are then very long during peak season.Written June 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PatchWellingMarlow, UK1,713 contributionsIt was quite a walk uphill to this place, which offered a lovely view of Florence. It took an hour the long way round following the road! But there was a more scenic walkway which we didn’t see during the climb. It was exhausting and hot, so please be prepared. At time some areas were stepper but it was a great exercise.
We did the trip on Sunday which was not too busy as residents were in the basilica (church).
I was particularly sweaty after the climb and the toilet at the viewpoint required coin payment.
The graveyard area was pleasant to explore and culturally really pleasant and peaceful.
There was cab and golf buggy ride to the top if walking is not your thing.
Try it for yourself.Written September 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ChloeBristol, UK17 contributionsWe queued for around 45 mins to get in to the church for free. It was well worth it! There are side entrances with much shorter queues for those that have paid for to climb the dome or bell tower so make sure you get into the right one!Written April 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsOur family was making a slow walking tour around Florence, simply following our noses and, to a certain extent, following the crowds. Eventually we came to this main square and the first thing that hit us was the 8 sided Baptistry of Saint John. To be honest, I thought that it looked rather artificial and I was genuinely wondering whether it had been draped in one great, ornate covering to hide building/restoration work just behind. But no, the white marble of this impressive building has been decorated just so. Incredible.
We didn't go into this building.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - David CCorbridge, UK70 contributionsThis was another part of the Bargello Museum and is a church inserted into a 14th century granary. It’s a very tall building despite being only three main storeys, although each was about as high as 4 storeys of our house. It has big gothic windows, arcaded ceilings and sculptures of saints on the outside. The ground floor is the church with a stunning floor to ceiling tabernacle housing a painting of the Madonna, all from the mid-14th century. Frescoes on the ceiling and some of the walls, and a marble statue of the Madonna and child sitting in St Anne’s lap. All stunning and more interesting than the inside of the Duomo. To get to the upper floors you cross the alley outside and go up the stairs in the building opposite. Four large flights take you to a bridge across to the main building. The bridge is open with good views, and the room above the church is the full floor of the building, light and airy with the original sculptures from the outside of the building. The views are good, but then you notice a modern sinuous stair winding up to the floor above. There is then another large light-filled room above with only a few small statues, but with huge windows above the level of the buildings on all sides. There are great views of the Duomo, the Palazzio Vecchio and even of the Palazzio Pitti. You have to be prepared to climb but the combination of the church and the views is unmissable, and hardly any of the people in the crowds passing bother to have a look.Written June 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- M V2 contributionsThis church is a hidden gem in Florence and admission is free. It’s easy to overlook this basilica because of its ordinary facade and the plainness of the piazza where it is located. The Baroque interior is simply spectacular, especially the temple, the numerous side chapels, the altar / Rotonda, and the ceiling throughout. My daughter, who was studying abroad, wants to get married here. We can’t wait to return to this truly special place.Written August 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MarinaSorocaba, SP290 contributionsThe church is so beautiful, with so many outstanding paintings and chapels inside. It also has the tomb of Sandro Botticelli, Amerigo Vespucci and Caroline Bonaparte, the latter.Written April 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GAR917 contributionsI think this church is worth a visit especially for those interested in history, but it is less grand than most of Florence’s most famous buildingsWritten August 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary TTel Aviv, Israel226 contributionsBeautiful building inside and out.
The museums exhibits are simple but show Judaica and explain about the history of Florence Jews.Written May 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GeminicanSan Jose, CA2,103 contributionsIn Italy, there are countless precious artworks in all forms. They can be fragile or vulnerable to human breathe. The Last Supper by Da Vinci is an example. The fact that the Italians choose to share and open for visitation so that visitors like you and I should not be taken for granted. A lot of them may be undergoing renovation and restoration so they may be closed. They may also occasionally open new things to public that may surprise you in different ways. For this reason, personally I treat encounters with these objects or artworks as once in a lifetime opportunity. They are precious, but you don't know if you will be able to see them again and again due to various reasons.
When you have an opportunity to see precious artwork like this, sometimes requires more work, but it's worth it.
More work means either making reservations in advance or long wait time or fees or physical energy.
Because Italy has so many attractions that fall into "popular" category, planning ahead definitely helps, but also be aware of additional effort required to.
This one falls into this description.
More work in this case: Making advance reservations isn't easy for visitors less than 10 people, literally impossible. They also are not responsive to email inquiries. Their online reservation system is difficult. The online information can be confusing too. I made so many inquires including filling out its webform and still got me nowhere. That's the very reason I am giving it a 4 instead of a 5 out of 5.
Thankfully, there is a workaround. You must go there in person, ask them at the ticket counter. They will share with you their upcoming guided tour in Italian and English for the day. If they have space available, you can make reservations and obtain tickets on spot. More administrative work. If they don't have availability, they may be able to help you find tickets for future dates. Please work with the ticket office staff to sort it out. The entire team there are nice and helpful. Most speak good English.
To see this place, you must join a guided tour offered by them. There is no other ways to do it. The maximum group size is capped at 10-15 or so.
They do charge a fee.
Once you have gotten your ticket, then it's a smooth sailing towards the end.
They would give you an overview in a presentation room.
The frescos are in two levels. They thoughtfully built a scaffold so you could see these artworks at eye level, up close. The actual artwork is located on the 2nd and 3rd level. They give you 15 minutes on each level. Once 15 minutes is up, please respect their instruction and leave the current level to the other one. Once you are done seeing both levels, you are directed back to the ticket office area. That's the end of the tour.
There is no elevator, you must be able to climb stairs from the ground level up to three story high, if you can't, please do not sign up.
I personally suggest and recommend that you wear a mask to reduce human breath damaging artwork. But this is not mandatory when I was there.
This place is worth visiting. Highly recommend.
Good luck with making advanced reservations and getting tickets.Written November 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - kmtrixiOshawa, Canada111 contributionsThis church was built by the Vallombrosan Monks. It has numerous beautiful chapel and wonderful art works. It also has a crypt you can explore.Written June 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China174,457 contributionsSant' Apollonia is a 14th-century former Benedictine monastery located along Via Ventisette Aprile and just a couple minutes walk from Piazza San Marco.
Today, you will find a small museum here with some fine artwork and frescos including 'The Last Supper' a masterpiece by Andrea del Castagno (1447) along with other early Italian Renaissance artists. The Last Supper is remarkable and interestingly predates Da Vinci's last Supper in Milan by nearly 50 years.
Opening hours are 8.15pm to 1.50pm daily and entry is free. Definitely worth popping in for a quick visit if you plan to explore this area of the city centre and enjoy viewing fine artworks.Written April 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Francois TJohannesburg, South Africa1,575 contributionsVery beautiful on the inside and outside. Great architecture and artifacts on display. Very reasonably priced and not overcrowded and busy like some of the other areas. Good restaurant options in the area as well.Written September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JohnRegoParkRego Park, NY1,242 contributionsThe Brancacci Chapel is the reason most people come to the church, and it must be accessed from a door to the right of the facade. The church itself is not without interest. The baroque illusionistic ceiling is a wonder as are the wonderful side chapels. You can peek into the Brancacci from the church itself, but you really cannot see the frescoes well unless you book a ticket at the ticket booth for a separate entrance into the chapel. If you are going to the chapel itself, you would do well to catch the rest of the church.Written March 22, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
