Are you passing through Tuscany? Don’t miss visiting the unmissable Pitti Palace in Florence!
The capital of Tuscany, Florence has become a full tourist destination, partly thanks to its exceptional cultural and artistic richness. Indeed, the city was the birthplace of the Renaissance in Italy, and kept a strong loan from that time through the architecture of its monuments and the many masterpieces it houses. Between Churches, museums and palaces, you will no longer know where to give your head!
The Palazzo Pitti Florence is part of one of the must-see visits to the capital of Tuscany. Here is everything you need to know to make the most of this monument and its treasures.
Tickets, Rates, Schedules
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Opening hours of the Pitti Palace
- 🕛 The Palazzo Pitti, which includes several museums, is important to specify the times of each one:
- The Palatine Gallery, the Royal Apartments, the Modern Art Gallery, the Argentine Museum, and the Costume Gallery are open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8.15am to 6:50pm.
- The Boboli Garden and the Porcelain Museum are open every day from 8:15am. Closing times vary depending on the seasons. You will find more details about this at the end of the article.
To the Palais Pitti
📍 Le Palais Pitti is at the following address: Piazza de’ Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI. To get there, you have several options:
By bus : you can take the C4 bus that takes you to the Pitti stop, right in front of the palace. You can also take bus 11 to Piazza San Felice.
On foot : the Wanderlix team advises you to walk to the palace and walk through the streets of Florence to discover all the cultural and architectural riches of the city.
By car : several parking spaces are located near the Palais de Pitti.
The origins of the Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Photo credit: Flickr – Paul Gravestock
The Palazzo Pitti, or Palazzo Pitti, in Florence is the witness of the Italian Renaissance. It was erected in 1458 by the architect Brunelleschi , to serve as a residence Luca Pitti ambitious Florentine banker. Subsequently, the Palace was redeemed by the Medical and thus becomes the residence of the reigning families. Over time, the building has undergone renovations and expansions, and amass paintings, jewellery and silversmiths of the various generations who reside in it.
During the reunification of Italy, the Pitti Palace becomes the residence of the king Victor Emmanuel III , which in 1919 yielded the building and its contents to the Italian people. The monument is then open to the public who can discover an exceptional artistic and cultural heritage.
Today, the Palazzo Pitti has many museums: the Palatine gallery, the modern art gallery, the costume gallery, the silverware museum, the porcelain museum, and, on the outside, the sumptuous garden of Boboli. It is thus recognized as the largest museum in Italy. Visit the Pitti Palace takes time and it is interesting to note the different points of interest of the place to optimize your visit.
Also read: The 17 things to do in Florence
What to see and do at the Pitti Palace in Florence?
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The Palazzo Pitti in Florence thus brings together various museums and galleries in the main building – called “body of logis” and which extends over 32,000 m2 – in which you can admire many objects of art, sculptures, paintings, costumes or porcelain.
So do not miss on the first floor to visit the Palatine Gallery who remained in the same conditions as at the time of the Medici family. The latter houses numerous paintings within 20 beautifully decorated rooms. Pay attention to the works of Raphael, Titien , Caravaggio, Rubens, The Corrège and European artists belonging to the Renaissance and Baroque.
Visit the Palazzo Pitti will also allow you to discover the 30 rooms of the Modern Art Gallery , which brings together sculptures and paintings from the eighteenth century to the First World War.
Costume Gallery As its name suggests, it includes an important collection of habits of the eighteenth and twentieth century. It is the largest museum of fashion history in the world.
Then let yourself be surprised on the ground floor by the Silverware Museum , also sometimes called "the Treasure of Medici". Indeed, porcelain, ivory vases, gemstones, branded furniture, mosaics, crystal objects and, above all, family jewels are exhibited here. And the decoration of the rooms in themselves is a spectacle for the eyes.
Then go to the first floor, in the Royal Apartments . A real jump in the past thanks to the neo-baroque style decoration. Furniture, tapestries are all there!
Installed in the Casino del Cavaliere in the gardens of Boboli, the Porcelain Museum Also worth the detour. It presents the most beautiful collection of porcelain objects in Europe.
I mean, don't leave without walking in the beautiful Italian garden of Boboli . The latter with its Renaissance statutes, its terraces and its geometric massifs, is a true open-air museum. Cherry on the cake, the garden offers a beautiful view of the city of Florence!
How to visit the Pitti Palace in Florence?
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Visiting the Pitti Palace requires to prepare its coming. This is why we have selected the most common questions to help you organize!
What is the best time to visit the Pitti Palace?
The Pitti Palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Florence and will be very busy at any time of the day. We advise you to visit the Palazzo Pitti between November and February , because during this period there are the least visitors.
How long does the visit last?
You'll have to at least 2h to visit the Palazzo Pitti . We advise you to spend a half-day there to have the time to discover the Pitti Palace but also the Boboli Garden!
Are there unauthorized objects or specific prohibitions?
You'll need a specific authorization for photography and shooting (for cinema or television), whether for professional purposes or for publication.
It is also forbidden to bring dogs or other animals . Only guide dogs are allowed.
For safety reasons, knives, metallic objects, weapons and liquids in museums are also prohibited, with the exception of LAG (Liquid, Aerosol and Gel) products used for medical treatments and special diets (including baby foods). However, it is permissible to keep bottles of water of max. 0.5 liters.
Finally, you will not be able to eat in the Palazzo Pitti.
You can see the other rules of conduct of the site by clicking here .
Accessibility
For persons with reduced mobility , you can visit the Pitti Palace by entering the side of the homonymous square. Lifts will be at your disposal to access the different floors.
For visually impaired persons , know that the site has set up the “Uffizi by touch” which will allow you to discover 20 works of art by the affected (More information here )
How to get to the Pitti Palace in Florence?
Whether for a short or long stay, Florence is easily accessible by non-stop aeroplane from Paris . You can also land at Pisa Airport which is served by several low-cost companies. You can easily reach Florence, which is about 1 hour drive away, if you rent a car For example.
No matter what program you have planned, think about taking a look at our partner's website Ulysses to find a flight at the best price!
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Once in Florence, you can reach the Pitti Palace which is located in Piazza de’ Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze, on foot, by bus or by car if you opted for the car rental . This last option will allow you to go to Dôme de Florence without depending on the Florentine transport or after having visited the Boboli Garden because he's right next door.
To get to the Pitti Palace by bus, take the C4 bus to the Pitti bus stop.
More information on the timetables and prices of the Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Good to know: The last entry is always 45min before closing and line tickets and guided tours , to avoid too long waiting.
HORARI
The Pitti Palace with several museums, it is important to highlight the times and rates of each one:
- Palatine Gallery, Royal Apartments, Modern Art Gallery, Silver Museum, and Costume Gallery are open Tuesday to Sunday from 8:15 to 6:50 . They are closed every Monday, December 25, January 1 and May 1.
- The Boboli Garden and the Porcelain Museum are open daily (except 1st and last Monday of the month, 25 December, 1 January and 1 May) from 8:15 to 16:30 from November to February; from 8:15 to 17:30 in March and October; from 8:15 am to 6:30 pm in April, May, September, and from 8:15 am to 7:30 pm from June to August.
RATES
- Access to Palatine Gallery, Royal Apartments, Modern Art Gallery, Silver Museum, and Costume Gallery:
From March to October
- Single ticket: 16€ / Reduced 8€ - Combined ticket (includes Office Gallery, Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens): 38€ / Reduced 21€
November to February
- Single ticket : 10€ / Reduced 5€ – Combined ticket: 18€ / Reduced 11€
- Access to the Boboli Garden and the Porcelain Museum:
From March to October
- Single ticket : 10€ / Reduced 5€ – Combined ticket: 38€ / Reduced 2€
November to February
– Single ticket: 6€ / Reduced 3€ – Combined ticket: 18€ / Reduced 11€
For more information about reduced rates, visit the website of the Tourist Office Florence.
You can also benefit from a 20% discount if you own the CityPass de Florence ! The latter allows you to have access to all Florence Museums at a lower cost for 72 hours and also includes the transfer from the airport.
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