2-Hour Museo degli Innocenti Tour in Florence with Renaissance Art

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Admire paintings by Ghirlandaio and Botticelli
• 02 Marvel at sculptures by Luca and Andrea della Robbia
• 03 Learn the history of one of the oldest charitable institutions for children
• 04 Explore a fascinating, less crowded museum in Florence

Explore Florence's Museo degli Innocenti to discover the history and evolution of one of the oldest charitable institutions dedicated to children. Along the way, admire its rich collection of Renaissance artworks by masters such as Luca della Robbia, Botticelli, and Ghirlandaio, while visiting a fascinating museum that remains less crowded and off the beaten path.

Visit the Museo degli Innocenti and discover its history, the evolution of the institution through the centuries, and the daily life of the children who once lived here.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Discover the Museo degli Innocenti

• Visit the Museo degli Innocenti and discover its history, the evolution of the institution through the centuries, and the daily life of the children who once lived here.
• Also enjoy the rich collection of Renaissance works of art by great artists such as Luca della Robbia, Botticelli, and Ghirlandaio in a less crowded, off-the-beaten-path museum.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Your licensed local tour guide

What's Not Included

• Entrance ticket to the museum (6 euro)

Know before you go

• Tickets can be purchased right before the visit, so there is no need to book them in advance.
• The Innocenti Hospital of Florence was the first charitable institution dedicated to providing hospitality and care for abandoned children. Founded in the early 1400s and designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, the Innocenti Hospital is also a masterpiece of architecture.
• This is one of Florence's most fascinating and lesser-known museums, with architecture by Filippo Brunelleschi and a beautiful view of the Duomo from the terrace.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Museo degli Innocenti, Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, 13, Firenze, FI, Italia

Tour start

Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, 13, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.