Where to Park When Visiting Florence by Car
If you're arriving in Florence by car, parking can be tricky due to the ZTL (Zona a Traffico Limitato) in the city center. Here are some good parking options depending on your needs:
Category: Museums
Raphael’s Madonna of the Goldfinch in Florence
The painting, according to Vasari as evidenced, was made in Florence for Lorenzo Nasi, a rich merchant of wool cloths, on the occasion of his wedding with Sandra Canigiani, a woman belonging to the upper bourgeoisie in Florence.
The Pudic Venus in the Uffizi Gallery
The statue, a Pudic Venus, is inspired, like the other variants of the theme, to the infrodite Cnidia of practice, with particular similarities with the Capitoline Venus.
Discover Florence’s Hidden Medieval Treasures
Florence, a city renowned for its artistic and architectural heritage, holds countless hidden gems that reveal its medieval past. Among these treasures are the "erri" — multifunctional architectural.
The Vasari Corridor: History and Reopening
The Vasari Corridor was constructed in just nine months by order of Duke Cosimo I de' Medici in 1565, based on a design by the architect Giorgio Vasari,
Casa del Boia: The Executioner’s House in Florence
The "Casa del Boia" (House of the Executioner) is a unique four-story building located at the intersection of Via Michelangelo Buonarroti and Via San Cristofano in Florence.
Leonardo’s Perspective “Error”: An Artistic Interpretation
In Leonardo da Vinci’s Annunciation, curious perspective issues have puzzled art historians and enthusiasts alike. Observing the painting closely, one notices that the Virgin Mary’s right arm appears longer than her left, while her legs seem disproportionately short compared to her torso.
The Ghost of Palazzo Vecchio: A Florence Legend
One of the most dark mysteries of Florence concerns the ghost of Baldo by Piero Bruni, commonly known as Baldaccio D'Anghiari. However, on special occasions, like the eve of the feast of All Saints, he has also been spotted wandering close to the apartments of the Palazzo Vecchio, where he was killed.
A Masterpiece of Medieval Allegory
At the Accademia Gallery in Florence, a remarkable diptych by the renowned 14th-century artist Bernardo Daddi captures both religious devotion and a haunting reminder of mortality.
Casa di Dante: Dante Alighieri’s Life and Legacy
The Casa di Dante (Dante House Museum) in Florence is a museum dedicated to the life and works of Dante Alighieri, the world-renowned author of the Divine Comedy.