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Free things to do in Florence
9 places with verified free entry · 1 free today
None of them is free every day, and 8 have free days or free evenings for everyone. Below, each place shows whether it's free today, the next free date and who else gets in free — museums, landmarks, views and shows, each checked against its official website. What's free this week · cheap tickets under 10
Churches & landmarks
Parks & gardens
Museums
Free Sun 1 NovGalleria dell'Accademia di FirenzeFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo)
Free Sun 1 NovMuseo Nazionale del BargelloFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo)
Free Sun 1 NovMuseo delle Cappelle MediceeFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo)
Free for someMuseo di Palazzo VecchioFree for children and teens aged 0-17 (any nationality)
Free for somePalazzo PittiFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo)
Free Sun 1 NovUffizi Gallery (Gallerie degli Uffizi)Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo)
FAQ
Free things to do in Florence: common questions
What can you visit for free in Florence?
Free Tickets lists 9 places in Florence with free entry we checked against official sources. Free on set days: Santa Croce, Boboli Gardens, Florence Duomo, Accademia Gallery, Bargello Museum, Medici Chapels and 2 more. Free for some visitors (children, students, residents and others): Santa Croce, Boboli Gardens, Florence Duomo, Accademia Gallery, Bargello Museum, Medici Chapels and 3 more.
When are museums and landmarks free in Florence?
Santa Croce — entrance to the basilica on selected feast days (afternoon); Boboli Gardens — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo); Florence Duomo — cathedral interior is always free - no ticket or booking; Accademia Gallery — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo); Bargello Museum — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo); Medici Chapels — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo); Pitti Palace — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo); Uffizi Gallery — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo). Each place page shows the next dates, with closures and holidays already taken out.
Which places in Florence are free for children?
Santa Croce, Boboli Gardens, Florence Duomo, Accademia Gallery, Bargello Museum, Medici Chapels, Palazzo Vecchio, Pitti Palace and 1 more — age limits differ, see each page for the exact rule and the ID you may need.
Are there free days only for residents in Florence?
Some free days are for Florence residents and Florence Metro residents only, with proof of address. Visitors from elsewhere can use the free days for everyone or the paid options on each page.
Do I need to book free entry in Florence?
At Florence Duomo even free entry needs a timed reservation, and free slots can run out. Book as soon as the slots open.
What if I can't go on a free day?
Among the places here that charge entry, the cheapest standard adult ticket is Santa Croce at €10 (official price). Each place page compares official prices with partner tickets and tours, and our cheap-tickets page lists everything for 10 or less.


