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Entrance portal of the Museo di San Marco on Piazza San Marco, Florence

Museo di San Marco

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The museum occupies the Dominican convent of San Marco, rebuilt by Michelozzo in the 1430s. It holds the largest collection of works by Beato Angelico, who worked here between 1438 and 1445. Visitors see his Annunciation at the top of the stairs, the frescoed cells of the dormitory, the panel paintings in the Sala dell'Ospizio and Michelozzo's library. The cells are also linked to Girolamo Savonarola, who was prior here.

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Beato Angelico's frescoes in the friars' cells

Angelico's Annunciation and the frescoed cells of the dormitory, painted for the Dominican friars between 1438 and 1445.

Permanent collection€11

Michelozzo's Library and the Sala Greca

Michelozzo's monumental library, which ends the visit route, and the Sala Greca, reopened alongside Cell 44.

Permanent collection€11

Sala del Beato Angelico

The Angelico panel paintings in the Sala dell'Ospizio, including the San Marco Altarpiece and the Last Judgement, in a room reopened with a new layout.

Permanent collection€11

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Piazza San Marco 3, 50121 Florence, Italy

Nearest station: Firenze Santa Maria Novella

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Hours

MonTodayClosed
Tue08:30–13:50
Wed08:30–13:50
Thu08:30–13:50
Fri08:30–13:50
Sat08:30–13:50
Sun08:30–13:50

Admission

From €11

Reduced EUR 2 for EU citizens aged 18 to 25; free under 18.

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Visitor Information

How much does Museo di San Marco cost?
Standard adult admission to Museo di San Marco is €11. Reduced EUR 2 for EU citizens aged 18 to 25; free under 18.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Museo di San Marco?
Museo di San Marco is open Tuesday to Sunday 8:30 to 13:50, last entry 12:45. Closed Mondays, the fifth Sunday of the month, 1 January and 25 December. Occasional extra openings are announced by the museum.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museo di San Marco?
Museo di San Marco is located at Piazza San Marco 3, 50121 Florence, Italy, in the San Marco area of Florence. The nearest station is Firenze Santa Maria Novella.
What can I see at Museo di San Marco?
Fra Angelico's frescoed friars' cells and panel paintings in Michelozzo's Dominican convent of San Marco. Current highlights include Beato Angelico's frescoes in the friars' cells, Michelozzo's Library and the Sala Greca and Sala del Beato Angelico.
Do I need to book Museo di San Marco 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 Museo di San Marco?
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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