Museo di Palazzo Davanzati
Museo di Palazzo Davanzati
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This ancient palazzo is layered with history, starting from the Middle Ages. It gives a fascinating and valuable look into a typical wealthy home of the Medieval to Renaissance era, complete with frescoes and period furniture.
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Florentia, as it was called by Latins, is permeated by an eternal beauty spread in all corners of the city. The historic center is characterized by the immensity of the Duomo, able to transport tourists into the brightest age of Florence: the Renaissance. Who does not know the Brunelleschi Dome, San Giovanni Baptistery and the Giotto’s Campanile? Everything is enclosed here and it would be easy to imagine the city as it was in ancient times, with maids walking in the main square and horses carrying coaches. Nowadays, roads are busy with street artists. Rustic Tuscan bakeries give way to fashion shops; just stop for a few minutes in the middle of Piazza della Repubblica to enjoy the colors and sweet melody of the carousel that will bring back great memories from anyone’s childhood.
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- Massimiliano PNovara, Italy47,284 contributionsBeautiful noble residencePalazzo Davanzati is an ancient fourteenth-century stately home, located in the historic center of Florence and takes its name from one of the families who owned it. The visit begins from the suggestive courtyard and extends over three practically mirrored floors. Although a large part of the furnishings are not the original ones but come from the deposits of various Florentine museums, the result obtained is highly appreciable and there is an authentic atmosphere of other times. In addition to the furnishings, you can admire eye-catching wall paintings and decorated wooden ceilings in almost every room. The visit takes place in complete autonomy and there are staff who are very available to provide any type of explanation or curiosity. The top floor is accessible only at certain times, so when you are notified of its opening it is best to prioritize your visit. A museum that I highly recommend visiting, plus the fact that it is not usually very crowded will make you appreciate all its beauties better.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 28, 2024
- CottaProvince of Milan, Italy27 contributionsa dive into the Middle Ages with childrenHow wonderful! after the offices three hours of wonder it is sweet to be pampered by this ancient and silent palace the staff rich in Tuscan culture and kindness accompanies you on this visit where children are very involved, making some ancient objects familiar because objects also seen in the Harry Potter saga and what about "scales that enjoy changing" really big and how beautiful antiquity is Thank youVisited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 30, 2024
- Olivia B21 contributionsPeaceful and very interestingA lovely traditional house, furnished mostly as it would have been in the 15th century - the painted walls are amazing, and there is quite a bit to see although the top floor wasn’t open on the day of our visit. No queue, and although we had reserved tickets, you could probably have just turned up - a refreshing change from other Florence museums. Well worth a visitVisited April 2024Traveled with friendsWritten April 29, 2024
- Ruth NColumbia, Maryland90 contributionsAn oasis from crowds with varied art and objectsThis museum is an oasis of calm in the middle of Florence's tourist center. The building interior is very interesting architecturally, and the displayed items include furniture, art, tapestries, ceramics and an interesting quilt that tells a story about a knight who fights to prevent taxation and takeover by a foreign knight. Kids will enjoy the video that explains the story. The top floor has a display on lace making and has pull out drawers showing many examples. On a Saturday early afternoon there were fewer than 30 people in the entire 4 storey museum. They accommodate people with mobility issues with an elevator and there are a few places to sit and rest.Visited June 2024Traveled soloWritten June 16, 2024
- fabrizio nLivorno, Italy24 contributionsvery nicelittle known and frequented, at least last Saturday, but definitely beautiful and worth a visit. His story is quite simple so it's easy to "enter" the atmosphere of the palace. The works are not by established artists but certainly enjoyable and well explained by the attendants present, competent and kind. Suggestion really remarkable thanks also (very important) to the rainy day that increases the appeal of the wholeVisited February 2025Traveled soloWritten February 10, 2025
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Stavrakis S
Warsaw, Poland7 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
After the Uffizi visit and the accompanying mental exhaustion, this visit was the opposite, there are no thousands of exhibits to visit. This is a old building lovingly restored and furnished to showcase life in the 15th century. There was no queue and it was only 6 euros ( my wife complained she went to the Academia Gallery, where the statue of David is housed, and apart "David," there was little else, and at 16 euros felt short changed and wished she came with me . I would throughly recommend the Museo di Palazzo.
Written January 25, 2024
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triptraveller
340 contributions
Jun 2023
Palazzo Davanzati is a remarkable, early building (1500s) - and the structure shows living and working spaces, including the kitchen on the third floor, an internal well, and early bathrooms.
The wall decorations are remarkable..
However, the furnishings are replacments (rather than originals).
Recommended is a visit to see the structure and what it reveals.
The wall decorations are remarkable..
However, the furnishings are replacments (rather than originals).
Recommended is a visit to see the structure and what it reveals.
Written July 6, 2023
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InGa93
Riga, Latvia31 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
A magnificent urban palazzo! You can learn a lot about the living conditions of a noble family, a lot of interior and household items. Excellent historical decoration of the premises. Very welcoming staff who explain the peculiarities of the Renaissance household.
Written July 7, 2023
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Quarry B
65 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Very interesting example of a medieval building. The exhibition is very well thought out and does not drown out the environments which actually recall the atmosphere of the time. The decorations are remarkable and it is a little gem in the center of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Written December 23, 2023
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Marylyn R
9 contributions
May 2019
This charming tower with a central courtyard is still furnished historically and has the mediaeval sort of wallpaper. Artefacts on display, in a very unmuseumy way, include a book of very old recipes. Wheelchair access is made possible by lifts.
Written April 14, 2020
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Lucy Lou
Yakima, WA10 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
The was a wonderful glimpse into the life of the people that lived here hundreds of years ago. It was so nice to see the furniture, art and especially the kitchen items. The display of lacework with Christing caps and gowns were fantastic.
Written August 18, 2023
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982rodneyl
Grande Prairie, Canada158 contributions
Oct 2021
Two tower houses turned into an early Renaissance palace. 3 floors furnished with appropriate period pieces gives you a glimpse into life in Florence at this time. Guided tours only and our guide was excellent.
Written October 16, 2021
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Perle83
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Sep 2024 • Couples
This Florentine house could have been interesting, but the 2nd floor is almost closed, the 3rd totally closed. Also on that day a Guide was installed with tourists. Was it more of a lecture, long, not explanations, preventing you from seeing what was there, bad day? For us a big scam
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Written September 26, 2024
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nicolas s
Milan, Italy2,273 contributions
Feb 2020
the structure of the palace and its content, the whole thing gives you a very clear idea of how people were living at the time. and nice pieces of art ,well displayed .nice video on the ground floor .lovely visit
Written February 27, 2020
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vincevagata
Rome, Italy198 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Advanced Palace is the hidden and less touristy Florence. The palace is a medieval and Renaissance jewel, almost intact, with a fascinating history. Courteous and proud staff of the monument. Not missing it means having really seen Florence.

Written November 21, 2023
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I cani di piccola taglia( 2 kg) sono ammessi nello zaino o in braccio?
Written January 14, 2024
How long does the tour of the upper floors last?
Written May 2, 2019
When we visited it wasn't a formal tour. Access to the upper floors was allowed at certain times and we looked around on our own and we certainly had more than enough time to see everything in an hour.
Written May 18, 2019
I am having great difficulty finding current info about this museum. What hours is it open and what is the admission in 2018. I just want to visit on my own not spend $500 on a guided tour. Is this possible?
Written April 22, 2018
Can anyone provide information on a public tour that goes through the Palazza Davanzati? I'll be coming to Florence alone next Spring, but can only seem to find private tours and I'd really like to see the entire thing. Is that possible without an official tour group?
Written October 23, 2017
The museum does public tours of all floors at 10, 11,and 12 on “normal open days”. Those days are specified on their website (which I cannot link to here).
I would recommend getting there early by 15 minutes or so to secure a place on the tour.
Written January 14, 2018
Also, we will be there the afternoon of Nov 8 and all day Nov 9 only. Can only go there late afternoon the 8th or early the 9th or mid afternoon the 9th. Ah, the difficulty with tour schedules! When does it open and close and what options for those days if anyone knows the November schedule!!!
Grazie!
Written October 19, 2017
Where did you contact to make the reservation for the top floors? Thanks!
Written October 19, 2017
When I was there on a Friday, they told me at the front desk that the upper rooms would be accessible at a specific time that morning. I'm not sure whether this is the case every morning or only on certain days. Please look up their website. You could also call or send them an e-mail. Best to find out in advance.
Written October 30, 2017
I am reserving the upper floors but was wondering how long it takes to see the bottom. I need to tell them what time for ticket. Thanks.
Written June 8, 2017
Hi there, I think 15 to 20 mins maximum 😊I can reckon if they have already done lots of Florence then it would be quicker 😃
Written June 13, 2017
Hello, I booked entrance to upper floors of the museum via e-mail.
Should I also buy a ticket online or not?
Thanks in advance for help
Written March 7, 2017
I don't think it's necessary. You have to show up on time though, at the staircase leading to the upper floor
Written March 14, 2017
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