National Archaeological Museum
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The National Archaeological Museum of Florence (Museo Archeologico Nazionale, MAF) displays artifacts and objects from the ancient Egyptians, Etruscans, Greeks and Romans. Some of these artifacts had already come directly into the possession of the Medici from excavations. The museum has been open to the public since 1855. Admission tickets and guided tours can be purchased online in advance to save time on the day of the visit.
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3 tips for visiting the National Archaeological Museum
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Enter the museum for free with the ticket for the Uffizi
Within five days of purchase, the Uffizi Gallery ticket can be used for a one-time free admission to the National Archaeological Museum.
Chimera of Arezzo | Wiki Commons: CC BY 2.52
Buy tickets online
It is recommended to buy your tickets in advance. This way you can avoid queues and make the most of your day in Florence.
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Visit the garden
The picturesque garden of the historic Palazzo della Crocetta can be visited exclusively on Saturday mornings - guided tours are offered every hour starting at 9:30 am.
The National Archaeological Museum of Florence
Different Exhibition Areas
Roman Collection
Sculptures and drinking bowls, cameos, gems and coins: the Roman collection of the National Archaeological Museum convinces with its diversity. Also noteworthy are the Idolino Pesaro and the Minerva of Arezzo, two bronze statues based on Greek models.
Greek Collection
Ancient ceramics and sculptures are the focus of this section of the Archaeology Museum. A particular highlight of the Greek exhibits in the MAF is the famous François Vase from the 6th century BC, which was found in Tuscany in 1844.
Etruscan Collection
As early as the 16th century, the Chimaera of Arezzo, an Etruscan bronze statue found its way from the soil of Tuscany into the collection of Cosimo I de' Medici. Like other Etruscan artifacts on display here, it dates from the 5th or 4th century BC.
Museo Egizio
The Egyptian collection of the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Firenze is the second largest of its kind in Italy. There are over 14,000 artifacts in nine galleries and two depots. The foundation of this collection is formed by objects from an excavation in 1828 and 1829: Mummies, amulets and statuettes, as well as coffins and Coptic art.
The museum
Special Tour for Families
Called Affabulando al Museo Egizio, a special guided tour is offered for children ages 6 to 13, making the 3000-year-old history of the exhibits appealing to the youngest guests.
Palazzo della Crocetta - Museum Site
The building that houses the MAF, like so many others, is closely linked to the history of the powerful Medici. It was built in 1620 as a palace for Maria Maddalena de' Medici.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I plan to spend visiting the museum?
Most tours last around 2 hours. However, a whole morning or afternoon can easily be spent at MAF, as the collections are very extensive.
Read more.General information
opening hours
Winter schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8:30 am–2:00 pm; Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 am–7:00 pm. First Sunday of the month and public holidays 8:30 am–2:00 pm. Summer schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8:30 am–2:00 pm; Thursday 1:30 pm–7:00 pm; first Sunday of the month and public holidays 8:30 am–2:00 pm. Closed on Sundays except the first Sunday of the month. Last admission 45 minutes before closing.
address
MAF Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Piazza Santissima Annunziata n. 9b
50122 Florence FI
Italy
Piazza Santissima Annunziata n. 9b
50122 Florence FI
Italy
tickets
Standard admission: adults €8.00; reduced €2.00; free entry for eligible categories under national regulations.
how to get there
MAF is within walking distance of the Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station and other major Florence attractions: just a little over 600 meters (0.37 miles) away, for example, is the Galleria dell'Accademia. Bus lines 1, 6, 10, 11, 14, 17, 20, 23, 25, 31, 32, 52, 82, and C1 serve the Piazza di San Marco stop. As the center of Florence is a low-traffic zone, travel by car is not recommended.
Written byMaurizio MassaroMaurizio is a cosmopolitan, a musician and comes around. In his role as a content manager at TicketLens, he is always striving to find new offers as well as writing about sights all over the world.
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