{"id":23123,"date":"2022-06-01T21:27:58","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T21:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=23123"},"modified":"2025-05-30T08:51:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T08:51:10","slug":"uffizi-gallery-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Masterpieces &#038; Medici: Your Insider\u2019s Guide to the Uffizi Gallery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Would a trip to Florence really be complete without a stop at the Uffizi Museum? Probably not! This is one of the most visited museums in Europe, known for the great works of art it houses. But if you head there unprepared, it might feel a little overwhelming. Luckily, we&rsquo;ve put together an<strong> Uffizi Gallery guide<\/strong> to help you prepare and navigate your visit. Read on to find out more!<figure id=\"attachment_23126\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue.jpg\" alt=\"Marbe statue seen from below in a museum with intricate painted ceiling\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-florence-statue-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The Uffizi is one of the most important and most visited museums in Italy. Photo credit: Clay Banks<\/figcaption><\/figure><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What&#039;s Included<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6901ac21dcc4a\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6901ac21dcc4a\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#The_History_of_the_Uffizi\" >The History of the Uffizi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#Uffizi_Gallery_Guide_The_Highlights\" >Uffizi Gallery Guide: The Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#The_Uffizis_Hidden_Gems\" >The Uffizi&rsquo;s Hidden Gems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#Short_on_Time_A_90-Minute_Uffizi_Gallery_Guide\" >Short on Time? A 90-Minute Uffizi Gallery Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#Visiting_The_Uffizi_%E2%80%93_Practical_Information\" >Visiting The Uffizi &ndash; Practical Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/uffizi-gallery-guide\/#Uffizi_Gallery_FAQ\" >Uffizi Gallery FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_History_of_the_Uffizi\"><\/span>The History of the Uffizi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>One of the most visited museums in the world, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uffizi.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uffizi<\/a> has a long history in Florence, but it wasn&rsquo;t always a museum. Uffizi in Italian actually means &ldquo;the offices,&rdquo; which is exactly where the story of this great museum began.<\/p><p>The building was built for the Medici family by Giorgio Vasari in 1580, with its original purpose being to offer administrative offices for the magistrates of Florence. As the building grew, it also housed the official State Archive or <em>Archivio dello Stato<\/em>.<\/p><p>However, even from the beginning, there was a hall intended for showing off great works of art. In fact, the Medici used the main hall to showcase some of their most prized masterpieces and jewels, a way to show off their own wealth and the power of Florence.<\/p><p>Over the years, the building transformed to be primarily a storage and showcasing of the Medici&rsquo;s collection, expanding as the collection grew into the 18th century.<\/p><p>It officially opened to the public in 1785, after the Medici left it to the city of Florence. Then, in 1865, it was formalized as an official city museum.<\/p><p>Over the centuries the collection has grown to house some of the best pieces of medieval, renaissance, and baroque history. Let&rsquo;s check out some of the works you won&rsquo;t want to miss!<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23125\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/matteo-lezzi-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-outside-florence-arno.jpg\" alt=\"Old urban building with fancy windows and columns and a courtyard with people walking\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/matteo-lezzi-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-outside-florence-arno.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/matteo-lezzi-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-outside-florence-arno-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/matteo-lezzi-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-outside-florence-arno-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/matteo-lezzi-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-outside-florence-arno-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Long lines can form outside of the museum in peak season, so make sure to get your tickets in advance! Photo credit: Matteo Lezzi<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uffizi_Gallery_Guide_The_Highlights\"><\/span>Uffizi Gallery Guide: The Highlights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3>The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli<\/h3><p>Chances are you&rsquo;ve heard of this one already. One of the museum&rsquo;s most famous pieces, it is a key stop on your Uffizi tour. This painting has become so famous that it&rsquo;s one of the most reproduced artworks. But don&rsquo;t think seeing it in print hundreds of times takes away from the original piece. In fact, you&rsquo;ll be in awe of just how large the work is. Standing in front of Botticelli&rsquo;s masterpiece, visitors are struck by a painting that is nearly three meters (10 feet) wide!<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23127\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide.jpg\" alt=\"A panting of woman in a museum with visitors taking photos of her\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elena-popova-unsplash-venus-botticelli-uffizi-guide-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The Birth of Venus by Botticelli. Photo credit: Elena Popova<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Portrait of Pope Leo X with Two Cardinals by Raphael<\/h3><p>No visit to the Uffizi is complete without catching a glimpse of one of Italy&rsquo;s great artists, Raphael. This on its own is a bit of an understated work, a portrait that was commissioned by the Pope himself. He was in fact a member of the Medici family, which led to much of his collection being included in the Uffizi Gallery.<\/p><p>But, why is a portrait of a pope so important? Throughout much of history, art was always a picture of the idealized. However, with this piece, Raphael stepped out of the idealized world of art and painting. This realistic portrait &ndash; including the Pope&rsquo;s facial flaws &ndash; reflects a new reality.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23147\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael.jpg\" alt=\"A Catholic pope and two cardinals in red robes gather around a table with a book and a red tablecloth\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1588\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael-227x300.jpg 227w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael-774x1024.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael-768x1016.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Portrait_of_Pope_Leo_X_and_his_cousins_cardinals_Giulio_de_Medici_and_Luigi_de_Rossi_by_Raphael-1161x1536.jpg 1161w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Raphael&rsquo;s Portrait of Pope Leo X with Two Cardinals. Photo credit: FDRMRZUSA<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Laoco&ouml;n and His Sons by Baccio Bandinelli<\/h3><p>If you&rsquo;ve already passed through <a href=\"\/blog\/visit-italy\/rome-travel-tips\/\">Rome<\/a> and the Vatican Museums, this sculpture may look familiar to you. The original, breathtaking sculpture is an ancient one unearthed in the early 1500s. That is what you see in Rome.<\/p><p>Instead, the Uffizi has a marble copy, complete with the artist&rsquo;s own personal touch. Bandinelli took inspiration from the ancient sculpture for a recreation that was once a Papal gift to King Francis I.<\/p><p>The Renaissance was all about taking inspiration from an ancient world but reworking it for a contemporary public; a rebirth of the old into a new artistic world. Laoco&ouml;n and His Sons is a perfect example of this time period.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23136\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli.jpg\" alt=\"Marble statue of three men entertwined with serpents\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Laocoon-and-his-Sons-Baccio-Bandinelli-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The original Laoco&ouml;n statue in the Vatican Museum. Photo credit: Bradley Weber<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Annunciation by Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea del Verrocchio<\/h3><p>Da Vinci may be famous for the Mona Lisa, but the truth is he was more of an inventor than a painter. This makes the Uffizi one of the rare museums to own one of his paintings.<\/p><p>In fact, this is one of Da Vinci&rsquo;s earliest paintings, made while he was still studying side-by-side with his master, Andrea del Verrocchio.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23141\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annunciation-Leonardo-da-Vinci-Andreaa-del-Verrocchio.jpg\" alt=\"A painting of an angel visiting a woman\" width=\"1200\" height=\"620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annunciation-Leonardo-da-Vinci-Andreaa-del-Verrocchio.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annunciation-Leonardo-da-Vinci-Andreaa-del-Verrocchio-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annunciation-Leonardo-da-Vinci-Andreaa-del-Verrocchio-1024x529.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annunciation-Leonardo-da-Vinci-Andreaa-del-Verrocchio-768x397.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Annunciation by Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea del Verrocchio. Photo credit: aiva.<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Medusa by Caravaggio<\/h3><p>Another Italian great, Caravaggio&rsquo;s works are truly unique and stand out for their bold, raw scenes. The Medusa is one of Uffizi&rsquo;s most well-known pieces.<\/p><p>This piece is particularly interesting because rather than being shown mounted on canvas or a fresco, it is found on a shield. This is a tribute to the original story of Medusa, where Perseus used his shield to reflect Medusa&rsquo;s stare, therefore defeating her. The shield is a great way of highlighting the story behind the masterpiece, bringing the artwork into a whole new dimension of narration.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23137\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Medusa-Caravaggio-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg\" alt=\"A painting of a man with snakes for hair\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Medusa-Caravaggio-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Medusa-Caravaggio-uffizi-gallery-guide-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Medusa-Caravaggio-uffizi-gallery-guide-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Medusa-Caravaggio-uffizi-gallery-guide-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Medusa by Caravaggio. Photo credit: Lucas<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Doni Tondo by Michelangelo<\/h3><p>This depiction of the Holy Family &ndash; Joseph, Mary, and the young Christ &ndash; is the only panel painting by Michelangelo still in existence. While we know many of Michelangelo&rsquo;s frescos and sculptures, this shows us he was truly a master in any medium he chose.<\/p><p>It also shows his mastery of depicting the human body in many different positions, and his work using draped fabrics to highlight the angles of the body. This is something we later see in his most famous work, The Sistine Chapel.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23138\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo.jpg\" alt=\"Visitors in a dark art museum gather around a painting illuminated by lights\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo-680x1024.jpg 680w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo-768x1156.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/juli-kosolapova-unsplash-Michelangelo-doni-Tondo-1021x1536.jpg 1021w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Expect crowds in front of Michelangelo&rsquo;s Doni Tondo. Photo credit: Juli Kosolapova<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Venus of Urbino by Titian<\/h3><p>The Uffizi does an amazing job at showcasing the best of Italy&rsquo;s great artists. Here we see another masterpiece, a famous nude by Titian.<\/p><p>With a strong female figure who looks straight to the viewer, the Venus of Urbino has been called one of the most alluring paintings in art history.<\/p><p>It has caused some controversy precisely because of this gaze. While nudes are of course everywhere in art, this one confronts the idea of the gaze. Whereas in many nudes the viewer catches a hidden glimpse of the subject as she is in action, here the subject herself lies waiting and looking directly at us.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23145\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1280px-Venus_of_Urbino_by_Titian-Uffizi-1.jpg\" alt=\"Painting of a woman lying on a long sofa looking at the viewer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1280px-Venus_of_Urbino_by_Titian-Uffizi-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1280px-Venus_of_Urbino_by_Titian-Uffizi-1-300x235.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1280px-Venus_of_Urbino_by_Titian-Uffizi-1-1024x801.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1280px-Venus_of_Urbino_by_Titian-Uffizi-1-768x601.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Venus of Urbino. Photo credit: Yair-haklai<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Judith Beheading Holofernes &ndash; Artemisia Gentileschi<\/h3><p>In halls filled with masterpieces of male artists, you can finally catch a glimpse of the incredible works by Artemisia Gentileschi.<\/p><p>A 17th century-female painter, Artemisia stands out for her incredible pieces that have rich colors and shadows as well as strong imagery.<\/p><p>This painting in particular is notable for its intensity and violence, something not expected from a female painter. While this painting was met with controversy throughout history, it has become prevalent recently for its feminist themes.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23142\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gentileschi_Artemisia_Judith_Beheading_Holofernes_Naples.jpg\" alt=\"Very dark panting of two women beheading a man\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gentileschi_Artemisia_Judith_Beheading_Holofernes_Naples.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gentileschi_Artemisia_Judith_Beheading_Holofernes_Naples-238x300.jpg 238w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gentileschi_Artemisia_Judith_Beheading_Holofernes_Naples-813x1024.jpg 813w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gentileschi_Artemisia_Judith_Beheading_Holofernes_Naples-768x967.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Artemisia Gentileschi&rsquo;s Judith Beheading Holofernes. Photo credit: PancoPinco<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Uffizis_Hidden_Gems\"><\/span>The Uffizi&rsquo;s Hidden Gems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>With hundreds of works of art, you can be sure the Uffizi has much more than just the great classics you learned about at school. Here are some of our favorite hidden gems at the Uffizi gallery.<\/p><h3>Head of Christ by an Unknown Tuscan Master<\/h3><p>This work doesn&rsquo;t stand out for its Renaissance mastery of depth and humanistic painting, making it often overlooked. But it truly is worth a stop for art history enthusiasts.<\/p><p>This early medieval work was ahead of its time. It stands out for the strong emotion of suffering shown on Christ&rsquo;s face. Such emotion was often muted in art, which was meant to show an idealized world instead of reality. Showing this glimpse of pain on Christ&rsquo;s body as he is crucified takes the viewer into the real world. This changed visitors&rsquo; relationship with art, something not seen again for many centuries.<\/p><h3>Madonna with the Long Neck by Parmigianino<\/h3><p>The name says it all; this is an interesting painting for its seemingly awkward proportions. Mary has quite a long, twisted neck and the Christ child has odd adult proportions. Yet somehow it all comes together beautifully.<\/p><p>This painting was considered quite innovative for its perspective of the body and spatial organization. While technically it might have been considered a mediocre painting, it shows that you don&rsquo;t always have to follow the rules to create something magnificent.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23128\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flickr-madonna-with-the-long-neck-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg\" alt=\"An oil painting in a golden frame of a woman with a long neck holding a strangely large baby\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flickr-madonna-with-the-long-neck-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flickr-madonna-with-the-long-neck-uffizi-gallery-guide-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flickr-madonna-with-the-long-neck-uffizi-gallery-guide-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flickr-madonna-with-the-long-neck-uffizi-gallery-guide-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Madonna with the Long Neck. Photo credit: virtusincertus<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence by Gian Lorenzo Bernini<\/h3><p>Bernini is a sculptor you&rsquo;ll meet frequently in Rome, but you won&rsquo;t see much of it in Florence. This is a rare occasion to see one of his great works. This piece was created from one single block of the famous Carrara marble. What&rsquo;s even more impressive? He made this piece when he was only 15 years old!<\/p><h3>Bacchus by Caravaggio<\/h3><p>We&rsquo;ve already had a look at Caravaggio in the Uffizi, but with all the attention on his impressive Medusa shield, his work Bacchus is sometimes overlooked.<\/p><p>This painting is a bit calmer than most of Caravaggio&rsquo;s works. It is a still-life portrait without the signature bold colors and shadows that made the artist famous. Yet, it is still worth a look and is quite interesting in the way Bacchus extends a glass of wine to invite viewers in.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23130\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bacchus-Caravaggio-flickr-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg\" alt=\"A painting of a pale man with a large wine glass\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bacchus-Caravaggio-flickr-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bacchus-Caravaggio-flickr-uffizi-gallery-guide-261x300.jpg 261w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bacchus-Caravaggio-flickr-uffizi-gallery-guide-892x1024.jpg 892w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bacchus-Caravaggio-flickr-uffizi-gallery-guide-768x881.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Bacchus extends his wine glass. Photo credit: pixelsniper<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>St. Augustine in His Study by Botticelli<\/h3><p>The Birth of Venus is of course a showstopper, but Botticelli&rsquo;s skill is seen even in his smaller works like his depiction of St. Augustine.<\/p><p>Rather than show the Saint absorbed in inspirational study, he is struggling to write. You can see the crumpled papers surrounding him, showing us that he is having a hard time penning his thoughts. It&rsquo;s a problem we can all relate to.<\/p><h3>Lamentation Drawing by Giovanni Bellini<\/h3><p>The drawing of Lamentation, which also became a painting, is incredible for its depiction of human emotion. Bellini captures the faces of every character so well, showing us grief and worry for Christ who has passed.<\/p><p>While many versions of the Lamentation scene show us the big picture, zoomed out to see all figures, the positioning and size of this work includes us in it. Here, the viewer is invited to participate in the scene.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short_on_Time_A_90-Minute_Uffizi_Gallery_Guide\"><\/span>Short on Time? A 90-Minute Uffizi Gallery Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>If you were to take a minute and admire every work within the Uffizi&rsquo;s walls, your visit could take all day! But of course, if you are only in Florence for a few days, you might want to make the most of your visit, fitting in as much as you can.<\/p><p>In any case, it is possible to guide yourself through a quick tour of the Uffizi. Here is one we recommend for hitting the highlights. It should take you about an hour and a half, but of course, it will depend on how long you choose to view each masterpiece!<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23135\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Duke-Duchess-Urbino-Federico-Uffizi-gallery-guide-flickr.jpg\" alt=\"Two mirror portraits of an man and a woman with old dress inside of wooden portrait frames\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Duke-Duchess-Urbino-Federico-Uffizi-gallery-guide-flickr.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Duke-Duchess-Urbino-Federico-Uffizi-gallery-guide-flickr-300x266.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Duke-Duchess-Urbino-Federico-Uffizi-gallery-guide-flickr-1024x908.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Duke-Duchess-Urbino-Federico-Uffizi-gallery-guide-flickr-768x681.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The Duke and Duchess of Urbino Federico da Montefeltro and Battista Sforza by Piero della Francesca. Photo credit: aiva.<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Start Here: the Second Floor<\/h3><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">From the entrance, you will begin your visit on the second floor of the gallery. Head straight for Room A4 to dive into Florence&rsquo;s art history.<\/span>Here you will find many of the works of Giotto, an artist who bridged the end of the flat medieval period and began inching towards the depth of the Renaissance. If you find yourself intrigued at this early period of art, take some extra time to explore the next halls which highlight International Gothic, plus the Siena and Florentine art schools.<\/p><p>Your next stop is probably one you&rsquo;ve been waiting for: the Botticelli rooms. A11 and A12 are dedicated to Botticelli, showcasing his large masterpieces such as Primavera and The Birth of Venus.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23132\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg\" alt=\"Visitors in an art museum take pictures of a painting of women in a forest\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/unsplash-spring-primavera-boticelli-uffizi-gallery-guide-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Botticelli&rsquo;s Primavera. Photo credit: Dim 7<\/figcaption><\/figure><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Then head down the Corridor to peek your head into the Tribune, a room famous for its curious octagonal shape. This room was part of the original Uffizi structure and was used to showcase the favorite High Renaissance works of the Medici family.<\/span>Once you&rsquo;ve had a peek, round the corner and head to rooms A35-A38. This is where you will find some more of the highlights we mentioned. These rooms are dedicated to Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.<\/p><p>After that, you are about halfway done with this speedy version of the Uffizi tour, and it is time to head downstairs!<\/p><h3>Next Up: the First Floor<\/h3><p>On the first floor, the first place you should have a look is room D8, which is where the hidden gem of Parmigianino&rsquo;s Madonna with the Long Neck is. Then it&rsquo;s time to catch the Venus of Urbino in room D22.<\/p><p>D22 is off the main corridor and rather hidden in the back corner of the building. Be sure to consult the free visitor&rsquo;s map, or you might miss it!<\/p><p>Then, the end is where you will want to take your time. Don&rsquo;t miss rooms D29-D34, which is where you&rsquo;ll be able to catch the works by Artemesia Gentileschi and Caravaggio. You&rsquo;ll even have a little break from Florentine art with works by Rembrandt.<\/p><p>That concludes your quick look at the Uffizi, however, if you do ever get the chance, come back for a full day to take in every room. It&rsquo;s well worth it.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23134\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tzenik-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallway-gilded-ceiling.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tzenik-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallway-gilded-ceiling.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tzenik-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallway-gilded-ceiling-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tzenik-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallway-gilded-ceiling-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tzenik-unsplash-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallway-gilded-ceiling-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">In a hurry? Bookmark our 90-minute Uffizi Gallery Guide! Photo credit: Tzenik<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visiting_The_Uffizi_%E2%80%93_Practical_Information\"><\/span>Visiting The Uffizi &ndash; Practical Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3>Opening hours and prices<\/h3><p>When planning your trip to the Uffizi Gallery, keep in mind that they are closed on Mondays. From Tuesday to Sunday, they are open from 8:15 AM to 6:30 PM, which gives you a full day to enjoy the museum.<\/p><p>Schedules can differ over the holidays, so keep an eye on their website for updates if you plan on visiting around Christmas, Easter, or August 15 (a national holiday in Italy).<\/p><h3>Booking tickets in advance<\/h3><p>If you want to reserve your entrance for a specific time slot, it will cost an extra 4&euro;. It might be worth the extra cost, especially if you are visiting during peak season (June-early September). Lines form fast and long at the Uffizi, and without pre-booking, you could find yourself waiting for quite some time.<\/p><p>When booking online, make sure to go through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uffizi.it\/en\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uffizi&rsquo;s official website<\/a> so as not to be surprised by any extra fees.<\/p><h3>Combination tickets to consider<\/h3><p>Now, another thing to keep in mind is that the Uffizi organization is made up of more than just the Uffizi Gallery. If you are staying in Florence for a few days, you might want to grab a <em>Passepartout<\/em> combined ticket.<\/p><p>This ticket is valid for 5 days and gets you into:<\/p><ul>\n<li>&nbsp;The Uffizi Gallery<\/li>\n<li>Pitti Palace<\/li>\n<li>Boboli Gardens<\/li>\n<li>Museum of the Opificio delle Pietre Dure<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>For your entrance to the Uffizi, you will need to choose your entry date and time, but for the others, you are free to stop by anytime.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23131\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues.jpg\" alt=\"An elegant hallway with curved walls, tall windows and a marble statue in the middle\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/clay-banks-unsplash-hallway-uffizi-gallery-guide-marble-stone-fountain-statues-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">As you walk around the halls, try to imagine what the building was like when it housed offices! Photo credit: Clay Banks<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uffizi_Gallery_FAQ\"><\/span>Uffizi Gallery FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3>Entrance and booking<\/h3><p><strong>Where can I book a ticket?<\/strong><br>\nTickets are available onsite at the Uffizi entrance, however, if you are visiting during peak season, it is highly recommended you book online in advance. Tickets can be purchased on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uffizi.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Uffizi website<\/a>.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_23133\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues.jpg\" alt=\"A long hallway inside an art museum with statues and gilded ceiling\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tamara-malaniy-unsplash-florence-uffizi-gallery-guide-hallyway-statues-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Planning your visit is key when visiting the Uffizi. Photo credit: Tamara Malaniy<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Guides, animals, and other planning<\/h3><p><strong>Do I need a guide?<\/strong><br>\nThe choice to get a guide is up to you. Many visitors prefer to go with the official audio guide, available at the entrance, or just with their own guidebooks. However, there are tours of the Uffizi available through third parties.<\/p><p><strong>How long will a visit take?<\/strong><br>\nTruthfully, a visit to the Uffizi could take you all day if you really take your time! There is plenty to see, so if you already know you are an art lover, block off a full day to explore. However, if you are in a bit of a rush, there are a few quick paths through the Uffizi to see the highlights.<\/p><p>We&rsquo;ve outlined one of our recommended routes above. This should take you about 1.5 hours.<\/p><p><strong>Are animals allowed?<\/strong><br>\nAnimals are not allowed with the expectation of guide dogs.<\/p><h3>Eating around the Uffizi<\/h3><p><strong>Is there somewhere to eat in the Uffizi?<\/strong><br>\nThere is a cafe on the first-floor terrace. You won&rsquo;t reach it until the end of your visit. Though you might be ready to head somewhere else for a bite to eat, the cafe is worth checking out for its wonderful view of the city.<\/p><p>There are plenty of great places nearby; check out our favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/restaurants-near-the-uffizi-gallery\/\">restaurants near the Uffizi Gallery<\/a>!<\/p><p><em>Update notice: This article was updated on May 30, 2025.<\/em><\/p><p><strong>Want to see the Uffizi Gallery with an art historian? Skip the line on our <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/tours\/uffizi-gallery-highlights-tour\/\">Uffizi Gallery Highlights<\/a> tour! You&rsquo;ll enjoy a curated tour of the Uffizi&rsquo;s highlights in just 2 hours on a small-group tour.<\/strong><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Would a trip to Florence really be complete without a stop at the Uffizi Museum? Probably not! This is one of the most visited museums in Europe, known for the great works of art it houses. But if you head there unprepared, it might feel a little overwhelming. 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