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Santa Maria Novella
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What travelers are saying
- Daniel G1 contributionAgain a special thank to M. Dan Harper, we met him by chance in the middle of our visit of the basilic: what a pleasure to hear, to learn , to share all those treasures.
We benefit from his passion, knowledge and also his sense of humor !
Many thanks, a real memorable experience , we were very very lucky to met him.Written July 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MidwestKathMDetroit, MI1,084 contributionsOn a visit to San Lorenzo, I was thrilled to see that the Laurentian Library was not only open but there was no admission fee due to it being Journées européennes du patrimoine! I had wanted to see this work designed by Michelangelo, especially the beautiful staircase of gray pietra serena! It was worth the wait. The reading room features a long aisle with a row of desks as designed by Michelangelo. Along each side are beautiful stained glass, many with the Medici family seal. The Library houses the Medici collection of some 3,000 manuscripts. So happy to have stood within this treasure!Written November 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- futtock21London, UK17,143 contributionsThe Biblioteca della Oblate makes me jealous not to be a scholar in Florence. This is a public library housed in a late fourteenth century convent. It also includes an archaeological museum as well as a top floor cloister with not only breathtaking views over the Florentine rooftops but also a cafe and bar thereby providing both physical sustenance and spiritual refreshment.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ThorwaldVikingAsgaarWinter Park, FL182 contributionsThe Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze (lit. 'academy of fine arts of Florence') is an instructional art academy in Florence, in Tuscany, in central Italy.
It was founded by Cosimo I de' Medici in 1563, under the influence of Giorgio Vasari. Michelangelo, Benvenuto Cellini and other significant artists have been associated with it.
Like other state art academies in Italy, it became an autonomous degree-awarding institution under law no. 508 dated 21 December 1999, and falls under the administration of the Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'UniversitĂ e della Ricerca, the Italian ministry of education and research.
The adjacent (but unaffiliated) Galleria dell'Accademia houses the original David by Michelangelo.Written June 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Journey5770219 contributionsThis public library is like stepping into beauty and the beast. It is stunning and worth a quick peak. My friend and I just wanted to look around, but we were very quiet and mindful as others are working and studying here.Written September 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Madelyn BNew York City, NY37 contributionsA wonderful small 'winery' in the middle of Florence! exceptional wines paired with plates. intimate, cozy and personal. This is a local experience with knowledgeable staff (owners) to help you. Built above an original brick cellar and cistern.Written August 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- vaninabodurova3 contributionsA place where British class and attitude meet American talent of organisation with Italian warmth and hospitality.
Human touch and knowledge in the beautiful and multidimensional capital of Art. Thank you for this unforgettable experience!Written October 17, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vukica J5 contributionsThe property is good value for money, a bit dated and basic, but clean with friendly, helpful stuff. It is a walking distance from tourist landmarks. It is located in residence area with many great restaurants with great Italian food.
Very expensive parking for cars in the neighborhood. So, if you can - do not come by car.Written September 6, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - silverbrookLondon, Canada4,772 contributionsThe Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale or National Central Library of Florence is just that - a library. To enter during most hours you have to have a specific card that I expect only residents of Florence can apply for and obtain. For a couple of hours on Saturdays you may be able to book a tour, but it may be in mostly Italian depending on who the guide is. At one time, the library held a copy of every book published in Tuscany, but a flood in 1966 damaged approximately 1/3 of the library's collection. Many of these works were saved by the "Mud Angels" a team of volunteers that worked tirelessly to clean and dry all of the damaged works. It is the largest library in Italy and one of the most important in Europe and located along the banks of the Arno river. Unfortunately since we visited during a weekday, we were not able to enter and had to admire the exterior of the building rather than marvel at the works inside.Written February 1, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Freda JVancouver, Canada21 contributionsAs an earlier reviewer said, this library takes effort to get into - in fact, it may be impossible if you don't speak Italian. Which we don't. When we showed up, the security guards just shook their heads at us and waved us away. Luckily for us, there was an Italian fellow outside the door, having a cigarette, and he asked us what we wanted. When we told him we wanted to see the library, he took us back in, spoke to the guards at length, and the next thing we knew, we were being issued guest passes. Thank you to our guardian angel. :) The library really is beautiful, of great interest to researchers and historians, I'm sure. I'm so glad we were able to see it. Good luck to all who try.Written November 16, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BlueChick123London8 contributionsWe went to the tourism information office of Florence to have a few maps and ideas of what to do with a young child (6-year-old). Not only the man was very friendly, he could speak English and French fluently (which is not the case everywhere in touristic places in Florence). He also gave us a free guide of Florence for children in English of very good quality, and a map only for kids! Definitely go there if you want advice on what to do with kids.Written June 11, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland30,648 contributionsPhoto taken from train station and the office to help you in the distance ....not much use and not much help.Written September 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JemoScoutLeuven, Belgium195 contributionsI do not often experience such a feeling like the feeling I had when I entered the square of the duomo in Florence. It was mixed feeling but by time I got more and more joy by looking into the details of the place.
Highly recommendedWritten October 4, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
