The San Lorenzo complex is vast. It includes the basilica itself, Brunelleschi’s Old Sacristy, the Medici Chapels, the Medici Crypt, and the Laurentian Library. The complex is a veritable haven of Renaissance art and architecture. Most importantly? It has the largest number of Michelangelo sculptures in Florence, quite a selling point. You’ll also find a … Read more
Planning on visiting the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Italy? You’ll need some tips for visiting! Here’s my guide to everything you can do to prepare for a visit to the Uffizi including tips for how to get advance tickets to the uber popular museum. The art-rich Uffizi Gallery is one of the most famous museums … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the Palazzo Pubblico, the political and cultural center of Siena Italy. The magnificent palace sits proudly in one of Europe’s most beautiful medieval squares, the Piazza del Campo. The Palazzo Pubblico was built in 1297-1308 for the Council of Nine, the governing body of Siena. Beside the Gothic palace soars … Read more
The National Museum of the Bargello in Florence houses a world class collection of Renaissance sculptures. Despite that, and because Florence is so packed with treasures, the Bargello is a hidden gem in Florence. In this guide, I identify and describe the masterpieces of the Bargello and give you tips for visiting. The Bargello boasts … Read more