[2025 Florence Attraction] Travel Guide for Medici Riccardi Palace (Updated Jun)

#summervacay Spending a day immersed in Florence's museums is truly a treat! Here are two fantastic, perhaps slightly less-trafficked, options for a wonderfully enriching "museum day": Museo Marino Marini: This museum is dedicated to the works of Marino Marini, a renowned 20th-century Italian sculptor. His powerful and expressive figures, particularly his horses and riders, are captivating. It's housed in a deconsecrated church, which offers a unique and atmospheric setting for his art. If you appreciate modern sculpture and a more contemplative museum experience away from the biggest crowds, this is an excellent choice. Palazzo Medici Riccardi: Step into the heart of Medici power! This palace was the first significant Renaissance building in Florence, commissioned by Cosimo de' Medici. While it might not be as grand as the Pitti Palace, it offers an intimate glimpse into the early Medici family's private life and their immense influence. Don't miss the stunning Magi Chapel by Benozzo Gozzoli, a small room bursting with vibrant frescoes that truly bring the Renaissance to life. It's a fascinating dive into art, power, and Florentine history. Both offer a slightly different flavor of Florence's artistic and historical richness, allowing for a more intimate and less overwhelming exploration compared to some of the city's larger institutions. #ItalyTravel #Florence #MuseoMarinoMarini #PalazzoMediciRiccardi #FlorenceMuseums #ArtHistory #MediciFamily 🖼️✨

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, is home to many stunning buildings, sculptures, and talented artists. The Medici family played a key role in the city's success by sponsoring and supporting the arts. The three famous artists Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo all spent their early years at the Medici Palace. Even if you don't know much about art, you will be moved by the beauty of the dome of the Florence Cathedral, designed by Brunelleschi after studying the Pantheon in Rome, and the east door of the Baptistery of St. John, created by Ghiberti over 27 years (Michelangelo called it the "Gates of Paradise"). From the Piazzale Michelangelo, you can see the Ponte Vecchio (where Dante and his muse Beatrice met again), the dome and bell tower of the Florence Cathedral, and the replica of Michelangelo's David. You can also listen to the beautiful music that perfectly blends with the art.

Visited Medici’s palace and saw the beautiful paintings, tapestries, prayer hall and furnitures of one of the richest family before and during the renaissance time. #Medici #Renaissance For full ticket price, you can visit the museum, palace and the underground excavation area. However, you need to purchase separate tickets for the church.