Residence of the Medici Family
Neighborhood: San Giovanni (Duomo)
Nearest Train: ATAF 1, 6, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 22, 23, 31, 32, 57, 68, 71, A
Phone: +39 055 276 0340
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This building was constructed between 1444 and 1460 by Michelozzo Michelozzi on the orders of Cosimo il Vecchio. It represents the prototype of the Florentine Renaissance style, characterized by mullioned windows of every size. Halfway through the 17th century it was sold to the Marchesi Riccardi family who enlarged it, adding the gallery which has Baroque frescoes by Luca Giordano. The Riccardi family held onto the palazzo until 1814 when it became the site of the Ministry of the Interior and, from 1871, the Prefecture. Inside there is a beautifully porticoed courtyard where there are many Roman remains gathered as well as various sculptures. The Chapel which was designed by Michelozzi is also noteworthy. There you will find frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli which show the journey of the Magi to Bethlehem (1459). Within them, there are various famous people of the period including Lorenzo the Magnificient and Galeazzo Maria Sforza. Go early - only 8 guests permitted in at once! Admission: EUR 5.
M-Tu & Th-Su 9a-7pReviews
Over-looked, but fascinating
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Reviewed by:birkie24 from Seattle, WA on May 13 2007
Medici, Firenze, Livorno
I took a school field trip to this place and I absolutely loved it. If you love art definately take ...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Louisiana on Jul 11 2006
