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Facade of Casa Buonarroti on Via Ghibellina, Florence

Casa Buonarroti

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Casa Buonarroti stands on Via Ghibellina on land Michelangelo bought from 1508 and left to his nephew Leonardo. His great-nephew, Michelangelo the Younger, turned it into a monument to him in the 17th century. The museum shows the marble Madonna of the Stairs and Battle of the Centaurs, Michelangelo's drawings and a gallery of Baroque paintings and family collections.

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Permanent Collections

Michelangelo's Marbles: Madonna of the Stairs and Battle of the Centaurs

Two early marble reliefs by Michelangelo, the Madonna of the Stairs and the Battle of the Centaurs, shown together in the museum.

Permanent collection€8

Michelangelo's Drawings

The museum's collection of Michelangelo's drawings, one of the largest holdings of his graphic work.

Permanent collection€8

The Galleria

The 17th-century gallery created by Michelangelo the Younger to honour his great-uncle, with paintings by Artemisia Gentileschi and others.

Permanent collection€8

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Via Ghibellina 70, 50122 Florence, Italy

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Hours

MonToday10:00–16:30
TueClosed
Wed10:00–16:30
Thu10:00–16:30
Fri10:00–16:30
Sat10:00–16:30
Sun10:00–16:30

Admission

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Reduced EUR 5 (students up to 26, over 65s, groups of 10+); free for under 6s. Online booking adds a EUR 2 pre-sale fee per ticket.

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Visitor Information

How much does Casa Buonarroti cost?
Standard adult admission to Casa Buonarroti is €8. Reduced EUR 5 (students up to 26, over 65s, groups of 10+); free for under 6s. Online booking adds a EUR 2 pre-sale fee per ticket.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Casa Buonarroti?
Casa Buonarroti is open Open 10:00 to 16:30, last ticket sales 30 minutes before closing. Closed Tuesdays, 1 January, Easter Sunday, 15 August and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Casa Buonarroti?
Casa Buonarroti is located at Via Ghibellina 70, 50122 Florence, Italy, in the Santa Croce area of Florence.
What can I see at Casa Buonarroti?
Michelangelo's family house in Santa Croce, holding his earliest marble reliefs, drawings and a 17th-century gallery. Current highlights include Michelangelo's Marbles: Madonna of the Stairs and Battle of the Centaurs, Michelangelo's Drawings and The Galleria.
Do I need to book Casa Buonarroti in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Casa Buonarroti?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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