Museum
Palazzo Pitti
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Palazzo Pitti is a sprawling Renaissance palace on the south bank of the Arno River, originally built for the Pitti family and later acquired by the Medici. Today, it houses multiple museums, including the Palatine Gallery with its stunning collection of Raphael, Titian, and Rubens, displayed in lavishly decorated rooms. The Royal Apartments offer a glimpse into the lives of the grand dukes, with period furnishings and opulent decor. Visitors can also explore the Silver Museum, the Costume Gallery, and the vast Boboli Gardens behind the palace. The sheer scale and richness of the collections make it a full-day destination, offering a contrast to the more compact Uffizi. The palace's architecture, with its rusticated stone facade and grand courtyards, sets the tone for the grandeur within.
Don't miss
- Palatine Gallery's masterpieces by Raphael and Titian
- The richly furnished Royal Apartments
- Boboli Gardens with its sculptures and fountains
- The Silver Museum's collection of precious objects
- The Costume Gallery's historic fashion displays
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Palazzo Pitti
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inThe Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales4.9★ · 11,686 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$3 per personSee dates →
Best full dayHalf-Day Excursion to Pisa and the Leaning Tower from Florence4.5★ · 1,274 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$45 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePalazzo Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti and Boboli gardens private tour5★ · 19 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$227 per personSee dates →More attractions in Florence
