Libraries in Florence
THE 10 BEST Florence Libraries
Libraries in Florence
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Duomo
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Piazzale Michelangelo
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Rifredi
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Santa Croce
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Santa Maria Novella
What travellers are saying
- MidwestKathMDetroit, MI1,084 contributionsOn a visit to San Lorenzo, I was thrilled to see that the Laurentian Library was not only open but there was no admission fee due to it being Journées européennes du patrimoine! I had wanted to see this work designed by Michelangelo, especially the beautiful staircase of gray pietra serena! It was worth the wait. The reading room features a long aisle with a row of desks as designed by Michelangelo. Along each side are beautiful stained glass, many with the Medici family seal. The Library houses the Medici collection of some 3,000 manuscripts. So happy to have stood within this treasure!Written November 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- futtock21London, UK17,103 contributionsThe Biblioteca della Oblate makes me jealous not to be a scholar in Florence. This is a public library housed in a late fourteenth century convent. It also includes an archaeological museum as well as a top floor cloister with not only breathtaking views over the Florentine rooftops but also a cafe and bar thereby providing both physical sustenance and spiritual refreshment.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ThorwaldVikingAsgaarWinter Park, FL182 contributionsThe Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze (lit. 'academy of fine arts of Florence') is an instructional art academy in Florence, in Tuscany, in central Italy.
It was founded by Cosimo I de' Medici in 1563, under the influence of Giorgio Vasari. Michelangelo, Benvenuto Cellini and other significant artists have been associated with it.
Like other state art academies in Italy, it became an autonomous degree-awarding institution under law no. 508 dated 21 December 1999, and falls under the administration of the Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'Università e della Ricerca, the Italian ministry of education and research.
The adjacent (but unaffiliated) Galleria dell'Accademia houses the original David by Michelangelo.Written June 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Luna WFlorence, Italy7 contributionsThe library is located in the centre of the city, so it is convenient to get there. During weekdays, there are many people learning there, but it is quiet. You needn't worrying being bothered. Wifi in the library is very fast and steady. Overall, it is a goog place to reading and learning.Written February 11, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Madelyn BNew York City, NY37 contributionsA wonderful small 'winery' in the middle of Florence! exceptional wines paired with plates. intimate, cozy and personal. This is a local experience with knowledgeable staff (owners) to help you. Built above an original brick cellar and cistern.Written August 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- vaninabodurova3 contributionsA place where British class and attitude meet American talent of organisation with Italian warmth and hospitality.
Human touch and knowledge in the beautiful and multidimensional capital of Art. Thank you for this unforgettable experience!Written October 17, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - silverbrookLondon, Canada4,772 contributionsThe Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale or National Central Library of Florence is just that - a library. To enter during most hours you have to have a specific card that I expect only residents of Florence can apply for and obtain. For a couple of hours on Saturdays you may be able to book a tour, but it may be in mostly Italian depending on who the guide is. At one time, the library held a copy of every book published in Tuscany, but a flood in 1966 damaged approximately 1/3 of the library's collection. Many of these works were saved by the "Mud Angels" a team of volunteers that worked tirelessly to clean and dry all of the damaged works. It is the largest library in Italy and one of the most important in Europe and located along the banks of the Arno river. Unfortunately since we visited during a weekday, we were not able to enter and had to admire the exterior of the building rather than marvel at the works inside.Written February 1, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Freda JVancouver, Canada21 contributionsAs an earlier reviewer said, this library takes effort to get into - in fact, it may be impossible if you don't speak Italian. Which we don't. When we showed up, the security guards just shook their heads at us and waved us away. Luckily for us, there was an Italian fellow outside the door, having a cigarette, and he asked us what we wanted. When we told him we wanted to see the library, he took us back in, spoke to the guards at length, and the next thing we knew, we were being issued guest passes. Thank you to our guardian angel. :) The library really is beautiful, of great interest to researchers and historians, I'm sure. I'm so glad we were able to see it. Good luck to all who try.Written November 16, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gianmarco MaioliFlorence, Italy3 contributionsThe library is well organised, especially during these days (review written during COVID-19 2nd wave). Personnel are usually helpful and efficient, might find them a little passive-aggressive at first, but it’s likely to be caused by the many newcomers that they face. Air conditioning on during summer and late spring.
Overall, it’s a good pick for students and readers.
La biblioteca è ben organizzata, soprattutto in questi giorni (review scritta durante la seconda ondata di Covid 19).
Il personale è d’aiuto ed efficiente, a volte sembra un po’ aggressivo a primo acchito, ma è probabile che sia causata dal ripetuto incontro con nuovi arrivati.
Aria condizionata accesa in estate e tarda primavera.
In generale, una buona scelta per studenti e lettori.Written August 13, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
