Uffizi Gallery
Museum · Historic Center, Florence

Uffizi Gallery

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The Uffizi Gallery is a major art museum in Florence. It holds paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries. Visitors should look for Botticelli's Birth of Venus and works by Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.

On day 1 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Good to know

Tickets
Advance booking recommended. Current prices listed on the official site.
Time needed
Two to three hours for the main collection.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
In the historic center near Piazza della Signoria. Walk from Santa Maria Novella station.

Itineraries with Uffizi Gallery

Day 1 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Duomo and Uffizi Gallery

How Uffizi Gallery fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Florence Cathedral (Duomo)Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
  2. 10:45Baptistery of St. JohnBattistero di San Giovanni
  3. 11:45Piazza della Signoria StrollPiazza della Signoria
  4. 13:00Uffizi GalleryGalleria degli Uffizi
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Uffizi Gallery questions

Do I need tickets in advance for the Uffizi Gallery?

Yes. Reservations are required during busy periods.

How long does a visit to the Uffizi Gallery take?

Most visitors spend two to three hours inside.

What are the opening hours of the Uffizi Gallery?

Hours vary by season. Check the official site before travel.

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