Galleria del Costume
Museums
Downtown
Fashion
EUR 5.00; combined ticket for Costume and Modern Art Galleries.
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Notes: Access is located via elevator off the Palace courtyard. Staff at the foot of the main staircase will provide assistance to reach the gallery.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Lunch
Notes: Bathrooms are handicap accessible.
Galleria del Costume
Costume Gallery
Fashion over the centuries.
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Piazza Pitti, 1 Florence, Tuscany 50125 |
+39 55 238 8713 Fax: +39 55 238 8699 |
Description
The Costume gallery is located in Palazzo Pitti's neoclassical villa, which can be reached through the Boboli gardens. The exhibition illustrates the evolution of fashion from the 16th century to around 1930 by showing a series of characteristic clothes for each period. Accessories and underwear are displayed in the showcases on the walls. The ballroom was used for displays on subjects which concerned fashion. The gallery is closed 2nd and 4th Su, and 1st, 3rd and 5th Mon of the month
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 8:30a-3:30pNotes: The museum is closed the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Monday, and 2nd and 4th Sunday, of each month.
Visit Time: 1hr-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: There is one cloakroom for all the museums, off the courtyard, next to the elevator. Visitors must leave umbrellas, large backpacks, and bags. There is no charge.
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: EUR 5.00; combined ticket for Costume and Modern Art Galleries.
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Restrictions: Check your dress before you go, and make sure you have on the right attire—there are certain clothing requirements here.
Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
by Via della No direct bus service from Santa Maria Novella station, only from near Scala (11,36,37) and Via Rucellai (B).
Best Modes of Transportation:
Bus
Walking
Notes: Gallery is a 15 minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Station.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: Parking available in Piazza de'Pitti.
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