Enjoy a 2-in-1 experience with access to the Uffizi Gallery and the Vasari Corridor.
Enjoy a 2-in-1 experience with access to the Uffizi Gallery and the Vasari Corridor.
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Built in 1565 as a private passage for Florence’s ruling family, the Vasari Corridor was designed to protect the Medici from public eyes. Walking through it is like stepping into their shoes and uncovering the intriguing layers of Renaissance power and politics.
Begin your journey in the prestigious Uffizi Gallery, home to some of the world’s greatest Renaissance masterpieces. The corridor starts at Room D19, seamlessly transitioning from the gallery’s ornate interiors into the elevated walkway.
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The corridor moves along the Lungarno degli Archibugieri, running parallel to the Arno River. Here, you’ll catch your first glimpses of Florence’s historic skyline, framed by small, discreet windows.
A highlight of the route, the corridor traverses Florence’s most famous bridge, the Ponte Vecchio. Elevated above the bustling goldsmith shops below, this section offers breathtaking views of the Arno River and the surrounding cityscape through its iconic square windows.
The corridor passes above the Church of Santo Stefano al Ponte, an often-overlooked gem in Florence. Its strategic placement highlights the Medici’s influence in seamlessly blending civic and religious landmarks.
Once across the river, the corridor winds through Florence’s quieter Oltrarno neighborhood, known for its artisans and historic charm. This section reveals the Medici’s mastery of integrating their private passageway into the urban fabric.
The corridor concludes at the Buontalenti Grotto in the Boboli Gardens, a Renaissance masterpiece of landscaping and artistic design. Visitors exit near the gardens and are guided to the Ammannati Courtyard of the Pitti Palace, the grand former residence of the Medici family.
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No, the Vasari Corridor is included with a special ticket for the Uffizi Gallery. Separate tickets for the corridor alone are not available.
You must purchase separate tickets to access the Boboli Gardens and the Pitti Palace. Those holding valid tickets for these attractions may continue their visit from the Ammannati Courtyard.
The Vasari Corridor was closed to the public in 2016 to address safety concerns, perform restoration work, and meet modern accessibility and preservation standards. It reopens in December 2024, following renovations to enhance visitor experience.
Access slots for the Vasari Corridor are scheduled at intervals of every 20 minutes, with visitors admitted in small groups of up to 25 people.
No, the staff accompanying the group during the visit are not guides. Their role is to ensure safety and smooth operations while you explore the Vasari Corridor.
No, the self-portraits that were once displayed in the corridor have been relocated to dedicated rooms in the Uffizi Gallery. The corridor now features ancient sculptures, inscriptions, and frescoes.
The corridor’s windows provide stunning panoramic views of Florence, including the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, and the city’s historic rooftops. These views were once reserved exclusively for the Medici family.
