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Attractions · Tuscany, Tuscany

Palazzo Vecchio

  • CategoryMuseum
  • Duration1.5-2 hours
  • AdmissionAdult €12.50 · Child €7.50

Florence's fortress-like town hall has been the seat of civic government since 1299 and now houses a magnificent museum with frescoed halls, Renaissance sculptures, and the famous Hall of the Five Hundred. The Torre d'Arnolfo tower offers spectacular views over the city and the Arno River.

Practical information for Palazzo Vecchio
Admission Adult €12.50 · Child €7.50
Hours Daily 9AM-7PM (Thursday until 2PM)
Typical visit 1.5-2 hours
Best time Midday when crowds thin
Address Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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Best for
history buffs, art lovers, views

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Location

Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

43.7696, 11.2558 View on map

Tips for visiting

  • Don't miss the Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundred)
  • The tower climb requires a separate ticket
  • The courtyard contains a copy of Michelangelo's David