Basilica of San Lorenzo
Church · San Lorenzo, Florence

Basilica of San Lorenzo

Photo: Zairon · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Filippo Brunelleschi designed the church in the 15th century on the site of an earlier structure. It includes the Medici Chapels and the Laurentian Library by Michelangelo. The unfinished facade and cloisters are key features to note.

On day 2 of Florence: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Free for the basilica
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Morning
Getting there
Short walk from the Duomo in the San Lorenzo area

Itineraries with Basilica of San Lorenzo

Day 2 of Florence: Weekend Escape

David and the Medici

How Basilica of San Lorenzo fits into a day.
  1. 8:30Galleria dell'AccademiaSan Marco
  2. 11:00Medici ChapelsSan Lorenzo
  3. 13:00Mercato CentraleSan Lorenzo
  4. 15:30Basilica of San LorenzoSan Lorenzo
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Basilica of San Lorenzo questions

Is the Basilica of San Lorenzo free?

Entry to the main church is free. Separate fees apply for the Medici Chapels.

What is inside the Basilica of San Lorenzo?

The interior holds Renaissance architecture, Medici family tombs, and works by Donatello.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend about one hour inside the basilica and cloister.

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