Palazzo Vecchio tower in Piazza della Signoria

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Palazzo Vecchio Tickets & Arnolfo Tower

Step inside Florence's imposing fortress-palace. Gaze upon the magnificent Salone dei Cinquecento decorated by Vasari and climb the 95-meter Arnolfo Tower for unmatched views of the Duomo.

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Highlights

Treasures of Palazzo Vecchio

Explore the seat of civic power of the Florentine Republic and Medici Grand Dukes.

  1. Salone dei Cinquecento: The cavernous Hall of the Five Hundred featuring monumental battle frescoes and Michelangelo's Genius of Victory.
  2. Arnolfo Tower Climb: Ascend 223 steps up the medieval crenellated tower for a direct eye-level perspective of Brunelleschi's Dome.
  3. Secret Passages Tour: Guided access through hidden staircases, the Duke of Athens' staircase, and the trussed ceiling above the Salone.
  4. Medici Monumental Apartments: Lavish private chambers of Eleonora di Toledo and Cosimo I decorated with exquisite Renaissance frescoes.

Inside Palazzo Vecchio

Overlooking Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio has served as the political nerve center of Florence since 1299. Today it functions as both the city hall and an extraordinary public museum. Marvel at Donatello's bronze Judith and Holofernes, explore the Hall of Geographical Maps with its massive terrestrial globe, and walk the fortress battlements.

Opening Hours

Friday – Wednesday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Tower entry is suspended during rain or adverse weather conditions.

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How to Reach?

Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.

Situated on Piazza della Signoria, midway between the Duomo and the Arno River.

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Tickets & Advice

Museum only tickets start at €12.50; combined Museum + Tower tickets start around €17.50.

Ready to explore Palazzo Vecchio?

Book your tickets online and ascend the historic Arnolfo Tower.