Bargello Museum (Museo Nazionale del Bargello) Tours
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If Florence is the capital of the Italian Renaissance, the Bargello Museum (Museo Nazionale del Bargello) is the capital of Italian Renaissance sculpture. Housed in the city’s medieval Palazzo del Podestà, the collection includes masterpieces by Cellini, Andrea della Robbia, Luca della Robbia, Michelangelo, Bernini, and Donatello.
The Basics
Palazzo del Podestà, Florence’s oldest public building, served as a barracks and prison before becoming the National Museum of the Bargello in 1865. Today, the art museum is home to an extensive collection of Renaissance works displayed in a series of vast apartments, including gold, armor, bronze animals made for the Medici family gardens as well as tapestries. The centerpiece of the Bargello collection, however, is the statuary that dates from the 14th to 16th centuries.
This is one of the most popular art collections in Florence; avoid a long wait by booking skip-the-line tickets ahead. Many Renaissance Florence walking tours include a stop at the Bargello; there’s a lot of art and history to take in, though, so consider reserving a private tour with an expert guide.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Highlights include bronze relief panels created by Brunelleschi and Lorenzo Ghiberti, Donatello's David and St. George Tabernacle, Michelangelo's Pitti Tondo, and Sansovino's Bacchus.
- In the Bargello Chapel, don't miss the one of the oldest portraits of the poet Dante Alighieri, part of a fresco fragment attributed to Giotto.
- The Bargello Museum is wheelchair accessible.
- Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas must be left at the free coat check.
How to Get There
The Bargello Museum is located on Via del Proconsolo; it’s a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station.
When to Get There
The Bargello Museum is free the first Sunday of the month, so those days are especially crowded. The museum is closed on alternating Sundays and Mondays; to avoid confusion, visit Tuesday through Saturday.
Palazzo della Podestà
With its fortified and crenellated facade, maze-like interior with fine halls, balconies, and loggia overlooking a courtyard, this austere, fortress-like building was the inspiration for Palazzo Vecchio in Florence.
Address: Via del Proconsolo, 4, Venice, Veneto, Italy
Admission: Varies
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Skip the Line: Bargello Museum Ticket
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Take advantage of skip-the-line entry privileges to the Bargello Museum with this fast-track entrance ticket. Breeze past the crowds to explore the museum and palace, built in the 13th century by the people of Florence as a populist symbol of their victory over the nobility. See the former fortress and arsenal, now home to a large and important collection of Italian sculpture.
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Skip the Line: Bargello Museum Ticket
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Take advantage of skip-the-line entry privileges to the Bargello Museum with this fast-track entrance ticket. Breeze past the crowds to explore the museum and palace, built in the 13th century by the people of Florence as a populist symbol of their victory over the nobility. See the former fortress and arsenal, now home to a large and important collection of Italian sculpture.
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All Florence in one day Guided Visit with Accademia and Uffizi Galleries
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Discover the rich culture, history and architectural gems of Florence on a not to be missed full-day sightseeing tour. Led by a local guide, discover the rich culture, history and architectural gems of Florence. Skip the line at the famed Uffizi and Accademia Galleries, home of world-famous masterpieces as the Michelangelo’s David and the Birt of Venus by Botticelli. Then, explore the bustling Piazza della Signoria and the stunning Duomo complex. To upgrade your ticket, opt for an authentic Italian lunch at a local historic restaurant.
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Best of Florence: Renaissance and Medieval City Walking Tour
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Explore the rich history and top attractions of Florence on a guided walking tour. Led by a local guide, hear about the rule of the influential Medici family during the Renaissance as you stroll through the neighborhood of San Lorenzo. Travel past the Medici Chapels, admire the iconic exterior of the Duomo, follow from the outside the entire path of the famous Vasari Corridor and see the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, now host to a hub of jewelry shops.
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Best of Florence Walking Tour
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From masterpieces of Renaissance art to royal Medici intrigue, Florence is like a living history museum waiting to be explored. Uncover its medieval secrets on this guided 2-hour walking tour of historic highlights including the Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, Church of Santa Croce, Piazza della Repubblica and the iconic Duomo. Hear your guide’s live narration clearly through an audio headset, and stop at one of the city’s best ‘gelaterias’ for a scoop of ice cream.
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Bargello Museum Private Tour: Michelangelo's Bacchus & Donatello's David
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Join an expert guide for a private tour of the Bargello Museum in Florence. See works by Michelangelo, Donatello, Della Robbia and more, while learning about the artwork and historic building from your own informative guide.
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Skip the Line Bargello Palace and Museum Private Guided Tour
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Be surrounded by some of the most important Renaissance sculptures in the world on a private, 2.5-hour tour of the National Museum of Bargello in Florence, housed within one of the city’s oldest buildings. Admire masterpieces in bronze and marble by Michelangelo, Ghiberti, Donatello, and other luminaries, while a private guide leads you directly to collection highlights and shares the fascinating stories behind the art.
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All Florence in one day Guided Visit with Accademia Gallery
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Discover the top attractions of Florence on a group morning tour. Comfortable transportation allows you to experience a huge area of the city in just a few hours, including a picturesque drive along the Viale dei Colli. Breeze past the lengthy ticket line at the Accademia Gallery with included skip-the-line entrance and get straight to Michelangelo’s David. After a walk around the city center, enjoy a Tuscan lunch for an additional fee.
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Private Florence Bargello Museum Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Delve deeper into Florence’s Renaissance art heritage with a privately guided tour of the Bargello National Museum. One of Italy’s greatest Renaissance sculpture collections, the museum is an art-lovers’ dream but often left off visitor itineraries. Admire highlights such as Michelangelo’s 'Bacchus' and Donatello’s 'St. George,' plus works by Giambologna and more. The included skip-the-line tickets ensure you enjoy fast-track access, without waiting ages in line.
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Florence: Bargello Museum Tour
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Bargello Museum is one of Florence’s most important museums, and a must-see sight for art fans. Avoid long lines and guarantee your entry by pre-booking your ticket in advance. Benefit from a stress-free skip-the-line entry, so you get straight to the action. Learn about the museum’s highlights from a guide, and see work by Michelangelo, Donatello, and more.
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All Florence in one day Guided Visit with Uffizi Gallery
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Meet your guide to embark on a sightseeing tour of Florence. Visit the Convent of San Domenico, Basilica di Santa Croce, and Piazza della Signoria, and enjoy panoramic views from Fiesole Hill. Then it’s time to tour the renowned Uffizi Gallery—with skip-the-line access and a guide—where you can view works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and other Renaissance artists.
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Guided Tour of Florence Top Sites including Michelangelo David & Hotel Pick-up
Explore the major attractions of Florence on a private half-day walking tour in the heart of the city. Meet your guide at the Basilica di Santa Croce to see the tomb of Michelangelo, then continue to sites such as the Bargello Palace (Museo Nazionale del Bargello), Piazza della Repubblica, and more. Your tour includes skip-the-line tickets to the Accademia Gallery, which features Michelangelo’s famous statue of David.
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Florence Walking Tour: Renaissance Secrets and Scandals
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Dig deeper into the secret history of Florence on this walking tour through the city's meandering alleys. Listen to your expert guide tell stories from the Renaissance capital's scandalous past, including stops in the Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Repubblica, and Medici palace. A small group size of no more than 18 people ensures plenty of personal attention from your guide.
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Private Florence Ghost Tour: Dante's Inferno Exploration Game
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Get to know the haunted corners of Florence on this self-guided tour via downloadable app. You and your party will follow the mobile digital guide at your own pace through the cursed buildings to learn all about the stories and legends behind the hauntings.
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Bargello Museum - Private Tour
Come and visit one of the most beautiful and evocative museums of the Renaissance in Florence alongside a professional guide and in a private group.
The building, in the shape of a medieval fort, was built between the eleventh and fourteenth centuries
century and represented the first seat of government and republic
Fiorentina, to which Dante Alighieri also participated.
Later it became a prison, as well as a place of executions
public in Florence and finally it was also a convent.
The museum we know today houses a huge number of works
of art, mostly sculptures, statues and bas-reliefs of the older ones
Florentine Renaissance artists such as Luca 's beautiful Terre Cotte
Andrea Della Robbia, the statues of Donatello, Mino Da Fiesole, Desiderio Da
Settignano, the Bottega dei Rossellino, the Bronze Formelle for the Baptistery
of Florence by L. Ghiberti and F. Brunelleschi, works by Giambologna Cellini and
some early works by Michelangelo.
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Florence Private Walking Tour
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An in-depth introduction to the fabled Renaissance city, this action-packed Florence walking tour covers the city’s top highlights. See the residence of the once powerful Medici family and where Dante’s Beatrice lies buried, plus copies of masterworks by Michelangelo and others. Then, top it all off by savoring a tasty midday cappuccino or coffee, just like the Italians do.
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Bargello private tour with a 5-star tour guide
Think beyond traditional touristic destinations and discover a new side of Florentine history taking a private tour in Bargello Museum.
Built more than 750 years ago as the Headquarters of Captain of the People Bargello was later transformed into the most horrifying jail of Florence to finally become one of its most spectacular museums. This building has witnessed fires, floods, riots and became the scene of tortures and terrible executions after the conspiracy began against the Medici clan in 1478.
Bargello is home the most incredible collection of Renaissance sculpture. Join us for this tour and see Donatello’s David and Michelangelo’s Bacchus along with the sculptures by Giambologna, Verrocchio and many other artists.
Enjoy this unique experience with your guide, install a dialogue and be ready to hear all the fascinating stories and secrets hidden within the walls of Bargello. Let us know if you have some special interests and we will make sure the tour is tailor-made for you!
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From the Middle Ages to the Stars
A journey that will take you to discover the most characteristic museums of the city. It will start from the Basilica of Santa Croce with the famous tombs of Michelangelo and Galileo and then visit the Bargello National Museum with sculptures and masterpieces by Michelangelo, the Galileo Galilei science museum, the Ponte Vecchio and the city across the river, ending with the square Holy spirit.
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On the Footsteps of Michelangelo Guided Tour in Florence
This tour will take you in the footsteps of the great artist Michelangelo Buonarroti. You’ll discover his complex personality through his major masterpieces, retracing the highlights of his extraordinary artistic career.
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Private Tour: 2-Hour Guided Visit of Bargello Museum
Enjoy a 2-hour visit of the museum with an expert local guide. Bargello was established by royal decree on June 22, 1865—Italy’s first national museum.
The Bargello’s collection brought together some of the most important works of Renaissance sculpture: masterpieces by Donatello, Luca della Robbia, Andrea del Verrocchio, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Benvenuto Cellini, drawn largely from the Medici-Granducal collection. Subsequently, the museum’s holdings were enriched with superb examples of bronzes, ceramics, waxes, enamels, medals, ivories, tapestries, seals, and textiles, some from the Medici collections and others from suppressed convents or private collectors. In 1888, Louis Carrand, an antiquarian from Lyon, made one of the most important donations, bequeathing to the Bargello his collection of more than 2.500 paintings and works of decorative art.
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Florence in August - SummerTour
This private tour includes a walk through all most important wonders of Florence, including the Catherdral, with Brunelleschi's Dome, Piazza della Signoria, with Palazzo Vecchio, Piazzale degli Uffizi and the Ponte Vecchio.
Ideal for the first-time travelers who have short time in the city, this tour permits you to see the most important highlights of Florence just in 2 hours.
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Florence: Private Bargello Museum Tour
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HIGHLIGHTS
• Skip the line with your pre-reserved entrance tickets
• See David and St. George by Donatello, the Bacchus and Tondo Pitti by Michelangelo and more!
• Spend two hours exploring the Bargello Museum with a professional local guide
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Tour to one of Florence’s most beautiful and important museums: the Bargello Palace, renowned all around Europe for its incredible works of sculpture. It displays many important sculptures of Michelangelo and Donatello, along with other examples of minor arts.
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Emotionaltour life in medioeval Florence
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From a Roman colony to the leading city of the world: Firenze in Medieval Times
What was life like in the Middle Ages? How was the city like in Dante's time? What would I see if I came to visit Florence at the end of 1200?
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Bargello Palace and Museum Tour in Florence
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Skip the line with your pre-reserved entrance tickets
• See David and St. George by Donatello, the Bacchus and Tondo Pitti by Michelangelo and more!
• Spend two hours exploring the Bargello Museum with a professional local guide
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Tour to one of Florence’s most beautiful and important museums: the Bargello Palace, renowned all around Europe for its incredible works of sculpture. It displays many important sculptures of Michelangelo and Donatello, along with other examples of minor arts.
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Accademia & Bargello Museum Ultimate David Tour
Step inside the world of the Florentine Renaissance at the Bargello Museum and Accademia Gallery and learn about the history of the Florentine republic and its ultimate symbol, the Old-Testament hero David.
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Private in Depth Visit of Florence on a Day Trip by Train from Rome
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A super fast comfortable train takes only 90 minutes to reach Florence city center, and makes the day trip from Rome to Florence and in depth visit of city top attractions with a private local guide, a very popular choice today. Once the tour is completed you will still have plenty of time for private exploration and shopping.
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