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Pisa Baptistery (Battistero)
- Visitors with tickets can use the Opera della Primaziale Pisana building’s restrooms, and store bags and luggage in the cloakroom for free.
- There are a number of restaurants and cafés located around the perimeter of the square.
- The baptistery is accessible to wheelchair users.
- You must wear modest attire covering shoulders and knees to enter the church and baptistery.
Navigli District
- The picturesque Navigli area, with its canals and colorful period buildings, is one of the most photogenic neighborhoods in Milan. Be sure to bring your camera.
- One of the prettiest corners is Vicolo dei Lavandai, an offshoot of Naviglio Grande, where the Milanese would do their washing by hand. Today, the lane is lined with restaurants and shops.
- The area is paved and well-maintained, so it’s easy to manage with a wheelchair or stroller.
MAXXI (Museo Nazionale Delle Arti del XXI Secolo)
- MAXXI is wonderful for fans of contemporary and modern art.
- The museum has a restaurant and a café open for meals and snacks, and a bookstore.
- Large bags and backpacks must be left in the cloakroom.
- Photography is not allowed in the galleries.
- The museum is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
Pincio Gardens (Monte Pincio)
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Mausoleum of Galla Placidia (Mausoleo di Galla Placidia)
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Medici Riccardi Palace (Palazzo Medici Riccardi)
To get a glimpse into the sumptuous life of Florence’s wealthy and powerful Medici family during the Renaissance, look no further than Medici Riccardi Palace (Palazzo Medici Riccardi). Designed by Michelozzo in the mid-15th century for Cosimo de' Medici, the palace is considered a masterpiece of early Renaissance architecture.
The Basics
Much of the palace operates as an art museum, and you can tour the richly furnished apartments and libraries; the Galleria, with baroque paintings under the frescoed ceiling by Luca Giordano; and the Chapel of the Magi, with the Procession of the Magi frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli that depict members of the Medici dynasty as part of the procession behind the kings, as well as copies of works by Filippo Lippi—now displayed in other museums. The palace also hosts temporary exhibitions of important art and photography. A visit to the Medici Riccardi Palace is a highlight of any tour of Renaissance Florence or Medici walking tour, both of which also generally include stops at Palazzo Vecchio and Pitti Palace.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Palazzo Medici Riccardi is particularly interesting for history and architecture buffs.
- Due to the Chapel of the Magi’s diminutive size, only 10 visitors are allowed in every seven minutes.
- Private and small-group tours of Renaissance Florence generally require a bit of walking, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes and a sun hat.
- The palazzo is accessible to wheelchair users via a secondary entrance on Via Cavour; contact museum staff to enter.
How to Get There
Palazzo Medici Riccardi is located on Via Cavour, just a few minutes’ walk north of Florence Cathedral (the Duomo) or east of the train station.
When to Get There
Florence is one of the most visited cities in Italy and is very crowded much of the year, especially in summer; it’s best to visit during the off-season winter months. Palazzo Medici Riccardi is open year-round; it is closed on Wednesdays.
The Medici Chapels
Just around the corner from Medici Riccardi Palace, the Basilica di San Lorenzo is home to the magnificent Medici Chapels by Michelangelo. The mausoleum was meant to hold tombs for Lorenzo the Magnificent and his brothers Lorenzo, Duke of Urbino, and Giuliano, Duke of Nemours, but only some were finished.
Medici Chapels
- Tickets to the Medici Chapel Museum in the Basilica of San Lorenzo include entrance to the two chapels, Medici and Lorenese crypts, and Basilica Treasury.
- There is wheelchair access to both the ground-floor crypts and the chapels above.
- To enter the church, you must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.
- Large bag and backpacks must be left at the free coat check at the entrance.
Pitti Palace (Palazzo Pitti)
- Pitti Palace is one of Florence's most important attractions, home to centuries of art and history. Booking a guided tour including skip-the-line tickets is strongly recommended.
- Due to the sheer scope of the palace and its collections, by far the best way to visit is with a tour guide who can lead you through the highlights.
- Large backpacks, bags, and umbrellas are not allowed inside; there is a free cloakroom at the entrance.
- The palazzo is completely wheelchair accessible.
Pisa Cemetery (Camposanto)
- Visitors with tickets can use restrooms and free cloakroom in the complex’s Opera della Primaziale Pisana building.
- The Piazza dei Miracoli square is lined with a number of restaurants and cafés.
- The Camposanto cemetery is accessible to wheelchair users.
- You must wear modest attire covering shoulders and knees to enter the cemetery chapels.
Pisa Duomo
- Ticketed visitors can use the Opera della Primaziale Pisana building’s restrooms and store bags and luggage in the cloakroom for free.
- There are a number of restaurants and cafés located around the perimeter of the square.
- The Duomo is accessible to wheelchair users.
Kolymbetra Garden (Il Giardino della Kolymbetra)
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Neapolis Archaeological Park
- Tours of the Neapolis Archaeological Park require walking over uneven terrain, so wear sturdy shoes' a hat and sunscreen are also useful.
- Because of the rough terrain, the park is not accessible to wheelchairs.
- In late spring, the Greek Theater begins its annual season of classical theater performances.
- A tour of the park is particularly interesting for fans of archaeology.
Pio Monte della Misericordia
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Pitti Palace Palatine Gallery
- The Palatine Gallery is of special interest for art and history buffs.
- Pitti Palace is the largest museum complex in Florence and exploring requires quite a bit of time on your feet, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
- Traveling families can use the private nursery for feeding and changing infants.
- There is a café and bookshop in the courtyard of the Pitti Palace.
- The Palatine Gallery is accessible to wheelchair users.
Neptune's Fountain (Fontana di Nettuno)
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Po River
- City walking tours and nature tours of the Po River are outdoors and require significant time on your feet, so choose comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
- A city river walk or a visit to Po Delta Regional Park can be fun for kids who need a break from museums and churches.
- A number of park visitor centers and paths are accessible to wheelchairs; contact Po Delta Regional Park for detailed accessibility information.
- The park is especially popular for birdwatching, due to the many and varied bird species that migrate and nest in the delta.
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Mazzorbo
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Knights' Square (Piazza dei Cavalieri)
- When touring the historical center of Pisa and Knight’s Square on foot, wear comfortable shoes and a sun hat.
- The public square is easy to navigate with a wheelchair or stroller, and most of the space is pedestrian only.
- A number of cafes and gelato shops are just off the square, making this an ideal spot for a quick espresso or cone.