Museum of San Marco
Museum · North, Florence

Museum of San Marco

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The Museum of San Marco occupies a 15th-century convent in Florence. It holds religious paintings and frescoes mainly by Fra Angelico. Visitors should examine the cell frescoes and the illuminated manuscripts in the library.

On day 2 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Good to know

Tickets
Check the official website for current prices.
Time needed
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings.
Getting there
Piazza San Marco, a short walk from the Duomo or by bus lines 1, 6 or 11.

Itineraries with Museum of San Marco

Day 2 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Accademia and San Marco

How Museum of San Marco fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Accademia GalleryGalleria dell'Accademia
  2. 10:45Museum of San MarcoMuseo di San Marco
  3. 13:15Mercato Centrale ExplorationMercato Centrale
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Museum of San Marco questions

What is the Museum of San Marco?

It is a museum inside a former convent that preserves frescoes by Fra Angelico.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend one to two hours inside.

Are guided tours available?

Audio guides can be rented at the entrance.

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