Accessible historical palaces in Florence

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Majestic, impressive and regal.
Florence’s historic palaces tell the story of the city’s dynasties, power games and the creativity of outstanding Italian artists.

Here are some of the historic palaces that have made the history of Florence and that accessible tourism can enjoy.

For a vacation for everyone, information is essential for making conscious choices. Entrance for the disabled and accompanying person in these places is free of charge

  • Palazzo Vecchio

    The symbolic monument of the City of Florence, seat of government

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  • Palazzo Pitti

    Home of four museums, behind it is the beautiful Boboli Gardens

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  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi

    Built in 1444 by order of Cosimo il Vecchio as a new residence for the Medici family

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  • Palazzo Strozzi

    Built in 1489 by order of Filippo Strozzi, who wanted to compete with the Medici. The palace is a masterpiece of Florentine Renaissance architecture

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Palazzo Vecchio

ENTRANCE

The entrance to Palazzo Vecchio is located on the side of the building in Via de'Gondi. The archaeological area of the Roman Theater is accessible with a guide

ELEVATOR

Internal routes are on the level or accessible by ramp or elevator. The mezzanine floor, the sheltered walkway and the tower are not accessible

RESTROOM

The museum is equipped with accessible restrooms.

Palazzo Pitti

ENTRANCE

The entrance is from Pitti Square reached after climbing a steep slope.

ELEVATOR

Elevators 90 cm wide guarantee access to museums on the first and second floors

RESTROOM

The museum is equipped with accessible restrooms.

Palazzo Medici Riccardi

ENTRANCE

The entrance is located on Via Cavour, crossing from Piazza San Lorenzo and taking Via de' Gori

ELEVATOR

The itinerary inside the museum is completely accessible exception made for the Chapel of the Magi accessible only to standard-sized wheelchairs Access to the upper floors of the museum is via elevator

RESTROOM

The museum is equipped with accessible restrooms.

Palazzo Strozzi

ENTRANCE

Access is guaranteed by a steep ramp located in Via Strozzi

ELEVATOR

The exhibitions on the main floor are accessed by elevator and are totally accessible

RESTROOM

The museum is equipped with accessible restrooms.