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What people say about Palazzo Medici Riccardi

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id76257
October 2022
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An Insider's Guide to Florence's Local Food and Drink
Easy to understand and follow with evocatively told historical stories
jacopocarini
October 2022
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An Insider's Guide to Florence's Local Food and Drink
This self-guided tour is amazing! It's full of interesting, unusual and local facts about Florence traditions that I would never know. It has been a pleasure to walk around the city in the company of the pleasant and clear voice of the guide. Highly recommended!
jacopocarini
October 2022
5
An Insider's Guide to Florence's Local Food and Drink
This self-guided tour is amazing! It's full of interesting, unusual and local facts about Florence traditions that I would never know. It has been a pleasure to walk around the city in the company of the pleasant and clear voice of the guide. Highly recommended!
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October 2022
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An Insider's Guide to Florence's Local Food and Drink
Magnificent Florence! Non-trivial presentation of information, a very pleasant voice! I am very happy, I recommend
Aikaterini
June 2024
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About Palazzo Medici Riccardi

Address

Via Camillo Cavour, 1
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Opening hours

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Local time

Best time to visit

Visit early morning year-round; spring and autumn mornings in Florence are especially pleasant and quieter.

Crowd level

With 10,100 Google ratings, Palazzo Medici Riccardi is popular; book entry 1–2 weeks ahead in high season, and choose the 9:00 AM opening slot.

Directions

Palazzo Medici Riccardi is on Via Camillo Cavour, a short walk north of Florence Cathedral.

Palazzo Medici Riccardi is one of Florence’s defining Renaissance palaces, built in the 15th century for the Medici family and designed by Michelozzo. Its restrained exterior and elegant inner courtyard helped set the model for later Florentine palace architecture. As an early Medici residence, it reflects the family’s political power and patronage during the rise of Renaissance Florence. Today, visitors come for both its historic rooms and artistic highlights, especially the celebrated chapel and richly decorated interiors. Later associated with the Riccardi family, the palace preserves layers of Florentine history in one place, combining architecture, art, and civic memory in a landmark that remains central to understanding the city’s cultural identity.

Before you enter

  • Check opening hours carefully; Palazzo Medici Riccardi is closed on Wednesdays.
  • Arrive at opening time for quieter rooms and better photo opportunities.
  • Allow 1–2 hours to enjoy the palace interiors without rushing.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking through historic halls and courtyards.

What to expect

  • Expect Renaissance architecture, formal interiors, and a peaceful central courtyard.
  • The famous chapel is a major highlight, so spend extra time there.
  • Rooms feature paintings, decorative ceilings, chandeliers, and period details.
  • Compared with Florence’s busiest museums, the atmosphere often feels calmer.

During your visit

  • Look up often; ceiling decoration is one of the palace’s standout features.
  • Move slowly through the rooms to appreciate architectural details and artwork.
  • Visit the courtyard for a quieter break during your museum route.
  • Stop by the gift shop if you want well-chosen art and history souvenirs.

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