Uffizi Gallery: Tickets

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Uffizi Gallery FAQs

• Do I need to book tickets in advance for the Uffizi Gallery?
• We always suggest booking tickets in advance for the Uffizi Gallery - it’s one of Florence’s most popular galleries and tickets often sell out and queues can form, so by booking in advance guarantees your space and reduces your queueing times! It’s also compulsory to book for a weekend visit.
• Are you allowed to take photos on your visit to the Uffizi Gallery?
• Yes, amateur photos are allowed. However, you aren’t allowed to use flash or tripods, or selfie-stocks in case you block others from seeing the art.
• Is the Uffizi Gallery wheelchair accessible?
• Yes, the Uffizi Gallery is wheelchair accessible. They also offer wheelchair rental, should it be required.
• Are pets allowed in the Uffizi Gallery?
• Only guide dogs and registered certificated service dogs are allowed in the Uffizi Gallery. You are required to show your certificate if its a therapy animal.‍
• What is the Uffizi Gallery?
• The Uffizi Gallery is one of the most famous art museums in the world! It’s located in Florence and it houses a vast collection of Renaissance art, including masterpieces by artists such as Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.
• Where is the Uffizi Gallery located? The Uffizi Gallery is in the heart of Florence, near the Arno River, and adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. It’s full address is: Uffizi Gallery, Piazzale degli Uffizi 6, 50122, Florence.
• How long does it take to walk around the Uffizi Gallery?
• Most visitors spend between 3 to 4 hours, depending on the depth of your visit and how much time you spend on each piece of art. If you are on a tight timeframe, we would suggest trying to spend at least 2 hours there though to enjoy it.‍
• What are the must-see artworks in the Uffizi Gallery?
• Some of the must-see masterpieces include:
• Botticelli's The Birth of Venus
• Leonardo da Vinci's Annunciation
• Michelangelo's Doni Tondo
• Caravaggio's Medusa
• Titian's Venus of Urbino
• Are guided tours available at the Uffizi Gallery?
• Yes, the Uffizi Gallery offers guided tours, both in-person and through audio guides. Many private tour companies also offer guided experiences. Click HERE for all ticket options including Guided Tours.

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Uffizi Gallery Interesting Facts‍

• Historical Roots: The Uffizi Gallery was originally designed by Giorgio Vasari in 1560 as office space for Florentine magistrates, which is why it's called "Uffizi" (meaning offices in Italian)!
• Oldest Museum: The Uffizi Gallery is one of the oldest museums in the world! It officially opened to the public in 1765, though it has housed art collections since the 16th century!
• Private Corridor: The ‘Vasari Corridor’, is an enclosed walkway above Florence, which connects the Uffizi Gallery to the Pitti Palace! It was built for the Medici family in order that they could move safely between the two buildings without interacting with the public!
• Lost Da Vinci: It’s questioned whether The Uffizi once held a lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci called ‘The Battle of Anghiari’. The painting is still ‘missing’ so no one actually knows!
• Medici's Treasure Trove: The Uffizi houses much of the Medici family’s vast art collection, one of the most important in Renaissance history. The gallery has more than 2200 pieces of art which includes paintings, sculptures and antiques.
• Haunted: Some believe the Uffizi Gallery is haunted by Anna Maria Luisa de' Medici, the last of the Medici line, who is credited with ensuring the art collection remained in Florence.
• Artworks Everywhere: The gallery has over 100 rooms filled with art, but still not all of the collection is on display. Many pieces are kept in storage due to space constraints! The Medici family knew how to collect art, that is for sure!
• ‍Amazing Views: From the Uffizi's upper floors, you get one of the best panoramic views of the Florence skyline, including a fabulous view of the Ponte Vecchio and Brunelleschi's Dome.