National Museum of the Royal Palace

The National Museum of the Royal Palace occupies the historic Palazzo Reale, once home to the Medici and later the Lorena dynasty. The museum recreates the opulent apartments of the grand dukes, with period rooms adorned with frescoes, tapestries, and gilded furniture. Highlights include the Sala delle Udienze (Audience Hall) with its 16th-century Florentine paintings, and the collection of porcelain and silverware. Visitors can also see the private chapel and the armory. The museum offers a glimpse into the lavish court life of Pisa under Medici rule, with many objects originally from the Palazzo Pitti in Florence. It's a compact but rich experience, perfect for history and decorative arts enthusiasts.

Don't miss

• The Audience Hall with frescoes by Florentine artists
• Medici family portraits and tapestries
• The private chapel with a 17th-century altar
• Collection of Maiolica ceramics and porcelain
• The armory with weapons and armor from the 16th-18th centuries

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit National Museum of the Royal Palace

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