Florence's National Museum of the Bargello is housed in a medieval palace that was once the city's prison and is now one of the world's finest museums of Renaissance sculpture. Contains Donatello's bronze David (the first freestanding nude sculpture since antiquity), works by Verrocchio, Cellini, and Michelangelo's early works including Bacchus.
| Admission | Adult €10 · Child Free under 18 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily 8:15AM-5PM, Closed on 2nd and 4th Monday and 1st and 3rd Sunday |
| Typical visit | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time | Midday when Florence's major sites are crowded |
| Address | Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy |
Good to know
- Best for
- sculpture enthusiasts, art lovers, avoiding crowds
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Location
Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
43.7702, 11.2570 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Often less crowded than the Uffizi or Accademia
- Don't miss Donatello's bronze and marble David statues side by side
- The courtyard is free to enter