Florence’s Civic Museums will introduce new ticket prices starting February 1, 2026, following a citywide adjustment intended to support rising management costs and strengthen long-term investment in cultural heritage. While the update affects several major attractions, the Municipality of Florence has confirmed that all existing benefits for local residents will remain unchanged, including the popular Card del Fiorentino, which grants unlimited access to all civic museums for just 10 euros.
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Why Florence Is Adjusting Museum Prices
The last price update took place in 2018. Since then, museums have faced steadily increasing expenses for electricity, heating, security and building maintenance. A comparative review of admission fees across regional and national institutions also revealed that Florence’s civic museums had remained below market value despite the cultural significance of their collections.
According to Giovanni Bettarini, Florence’s Councillor for Culture, the goal is not only to offset operating costs but also to enhance the visitor experience by reinvesting in conservation, safety, expanding collections, and strengthening educational activities. Importantly, Florence is keeping one of the most inclusive discount systems in Italy, ensuring access for families, young visitors, schools and protected categories.
Current Prices vs. New Prices in 2026
Visitors coming before February 1, 2026 will still pay the current rates. The updated prices apply from February onward.
Palazzo Vecchio
- Until January 31, 2026: 12.50 euros (adults), 10 euros (ages 18–25 and university students), free for minors under 18.
- From February 1, 2026: 18 euros (adults), 12 euros (reduced), free for minors under 18.
- Until January 31, 2026: 12.50 euros (adults), 10 euros (ages 18–25 and university students), free for minors under 18.
- From February 1, 2026: 20 euros (adults), 13 euros (reduced), free for minors under 18.
Other museums will also have updated prices:
- Cappella Brancacci: from 10 to 15 euros (reduced from 7 to 10)
- Museo Bardini: from 7 to 10 euros (reduced from 5.50 to 7)
- Museo Novecento: from 9.50 to 13 euros (reduced from 4.50 to 9)
- Forte Belvedere: from 5 to 8 euros (reduced from 3 to 5)
- Fondazione Romano: from 5 to 8 euros (reduced from 3 to 5)
- Archaeological sites: from 4 to 5 euros
- City towers (San Niccolò, San Giorgio, Zecca, Porta Romana): from 6 to 8 euros
Cultural activities such as thematic tours, workshops and special programs will also adjust from 5 to 8 euros (full rate) and 2.50 to 4 euros (reduced).
Free and Reduced Admission: Who Qualifies
Florence maintains one of Italy’s broadest accessibility policies. Free admission continues for:
- Visitors under 18
- People with disabilities and accompanying persons
- Licensed tour guides and interpreters
- School groups (with teachers)
- Journalists
- Members of ICOM, ICOMOS and ICCROM
- Researchers
- Categories covered by specific agreements
Reduced admission applies to:
- Visitors aged 18–25
- University students
- Participants in certain partner programs
- Special cultural or institutional events
What Is Ending in 2026
The experimental 5-euro ticket for Palazzo Vecchio, created in collaboration with Fondazione MUSE, will not be extended into 2026. It remains available only until January 6, 2026, coinciding with the end of the exhibition Giovanni Boccaccio politico.
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