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Cappelle Medicee

Cappelle Medicee
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Type of Site
Religious, City Parks & Gardens, Buildings & Monuments, Castles, Palaces, Historic Homes
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
History, Religion, Architecture, Art
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Price: $5-$10
EUR 6.00; children under 5 are free.
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Not Available
Notes: None listed; however, if you buy a small coffee, water, pack of gum, etc. at a nearby bar or cafe, most places will let you use their facilities.
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Cappelle Medicee

Medici Chapels

Handiwork of Michelangelo


Expert Pick Off The Beaten Path Must See

Address: Phone:
Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini
Florence, FI
+39 55 29 4883

Description

The Medici Chapels are historical labors that are as grand in their own way as are the pyramids of Egypt. Started in 1605, these shrines were under construction for centuries. Eighty five years earlier Michelangelo was tasked to design and build the New Sacristy from one of the Medici cardinals Giulio de' Medici, who is remember in history as Pope Clement VII. Typical of a spiritual leader he was obsessed with the here-after and the creation of these intricate chapels testifies to that. Of artistic note are actual charcoal sketches by Michelangelo's own hand.


What you should know before visiting Cappelle Medicee

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 8:30a-5p M-Su, closed on 1st, 3rd and 5th Mon of the month & 2nd and 4th Sun of the month
Notes: The chapel is closed every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Monday, and the 2nd and 4th Sunday, of each month.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: 15-30min
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: EUR 6.00; children under 5 are free.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Bus: 1, 6, 7, 11, 14, 17, 23, 67, 68, 70, or 71
Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Taxi Walking
Parking Availability: Limited
Notes: Some parking located near Mercato Centrale.


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