2-Hour Tour of the Innocenti Museum in Florence

Madonna and Child

Andrea della Robbia

Tourists

Hospital of Innocents

Highlights

Admire the paintings by Ghirlandaio and Botticelli

Marvel at the sculptures by Luca and Andrea della Robbia

Learn about the history of the most ancient charity institution for children

Florence

art, cultural, museums

Private Tour

2 Hours

Easy

English, Italian

Description

Explore the Museum of the Innocenti in Florence to understand its history and the evolution of a charity institution for children through the centuries. Adore the rich collection of artwork from artists such as Luca della Robbia, Botticelli and Ghirlandaio.

Itinerary

Innocenti Museum
- We will visit the Museum of the Innocenti, discovering its history, the evolution of the institution through the centuries and the daily life of the children who used to live here.
- We'll also enjoy the rich collection of Renaissance works of art from great artists such as Luca della Robbia, Botticelli and Ghirlandaio, in a less crowded and off beaten path of the museum.

What's Included

Your licensed local tour guide

What's Excluded

Entrance ticket to the museum (6 euro)

Know Before You Go

We can buy the tickets right before the visit; there's no need to book them in advance.

The Innocenti Hospital of Florence was the first charity institution dedicated to providing hospitality and care for abandoned children. Founded in early 1400, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, the Innocenti Hospital is also a masterpiece of architecture.

One of Florence's most fascinating and less known museums with architecture by Filippo Brunelleschi and a beautiful view of the Duomo from the terrace.