Tuscany state museums: free admission on Sunday, 3 May 2026

Tuscany state museums: free admission on Sunday, 3 May 2026

The Regional Directorate for National Museums of Tuscany has announced free entry to the majority of state cultural sites for the whole day on Sunday 3 May 2026 (00:00–23:59:59). Note that several sites will remain ticketed on 1 May.

Below are the main openings and initiatives across the region, with practical advice to plan your visit.

• Florence – Museo di San Marco: the Sala del Beato Angelico with 33 panels has reopened; a special Rothko section is on the first floor and the Michelozzo Library hosts the dossier exhibition "Il Bestiario fantastico". The Cenacolo di Sant'Apollonia, the Cenacolo di Andrea del Sarto and the Chiostro dello Scalzo will be open on 1 and 3 May. The Cenacolo del Fuligno will be accessible only on 1 May.
• Arezzo: all state museums will be open. The exhibition at the Gaio Cilnio Mecenate Archaeological Museum continues; free guided tours at Casa Vasari are scheduled on 3 May at 10:30 and 11:30. The Basilica of San Francesco is also visitable.
• Elba Island (Portoferraio): the National Museum of the Napoleonic Residences, Villa San Martino, will be open.
• Livorno: the Archaeological Museum of Castiglioncello will be open on 3 May.
• Pistoia: free entry to the Fortezza di Santa Barbara, the former Church of Tau and the Oratory of San Desiderio.
• Prato: the archaeological area of Comeana – Montefortini tumulus will be accessible.
• Chiusi (Siena): the National Etruscan Museum offers an exhibition route dedicated to Etruscan civilization, open on 3 May.

Practical information: free admission applies for the full day on 3 May 2026 (00:00–23:59:59). Some events, guided tours or specific sections may require prior booking or have limited capacity: check the official page of each museum or contact the venue directly before your visit to confirm times and booking requirements.

Main office location: Piazza dè Mozzi, 2, 50125 Florence (coordinates: 43.7645613, 11.2580025). Confirm the exact address of the museum you plan to visit for accurate opening hours and access details.