The Tower of Palazzo Vecchio
The Tower of Palazzo Vecchio
Literally "towering" over Florence, the 95 mt. hight Tower of Palazzo Vecchio is one of the city's unmistakable symbols and focal points. It is also one of the oldest parts of the building built between 1299 and the early 14th century, possibly to a design by Arnolfo di Cambio, as the seat of the city's governament.
Summer opening time:
1st april - 30th september
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun
9 - 21 (no admission after 20.30)
Thursday
9 - 14 (no admission after 13.30)
Winter opening time:
1st october - 31st march
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun
10 - 17 (no admission after 16.30)
Thursday
10 - 14 (no admission after 13.30)
Tickets:
Tower euro 6,50
Museum + Tower euro 10,00
(tour of museum + tower takes approx. 1,30 hrs)
Access to the Tower is suspended in the event of rain. No access for children under 6 years of age. Visitors with a disability, heart condition or asthma, or who suffer from vertigo or claustrophobia, are strongly advised against attempting the climb. All visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
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