Domenica Metropolitana in Florence: free entry to Civic Museums on 1

Domenica Metropolitana: free civic museum visits in Florence

On 1 March 2026, the Domenica Metropolitana returns: residents of the Metropolitan City of Florence are entitled to free admission to the Civic Museums of Florence and Palazzo Medici Riccardi. The initiative, organised by the city authorities and Fondazione MUS.E, offers guided tours, thematic routes and activities for children and families.

Key museums and activities

• Palazzo Vecchio: Secret Routes (10:00, 11:30, 14:30, 16:00; duration 1h15)
• Palazzo Vecchio: Palace Visit (15:00, 16:30; duration 1h15)
• Palazzo Vecchio: Guided by Giorgio Vasari (10:00, 11:30; duration 1h15)
• Excavations under Palazzo Vecchio: visits to the Roman theatre remains (12:00, 12:45; duration 30')
• Palazzo Medici Riccardi: exceptional access to some Prefecture rooms housing works such as Il Matrimonio mistico di Santa Caterina
• Museo Novecento: family activity "A fairy tale made of art" and access to current exhibitions
• Santa Maria Novella: focus visit on the Spanish community and Duchess Eleonora de Toledo
• MAD - Murate Art District: Common time programme as part of Black History Month Florence

Family highlights

• Marzocco. The lion of Florence — for children aged 4-7 (10:15; duration 1h)
• Life at Court — for children aged 8 and up (11:45; duration 1h15)

In addition to permanent collections, visitors can explore temporary exhibitions, the Museo Novecento's Leopoldine Garden and exhibition-related special visits. Arrive early and check museum channels for booking procedures or priority access information.