Located in Florence, Italy, the Laurentian Medici Library is a historic 16th-century library designed by Michelangelo. With around 11,000 of the Medicis' manuscripts, the library is a treasure trove of knowledge and history. Visitors can marvel at the stunning architecture and explore the rich collection of books and manuscripts. The library's charming cloisters and associated rooms make it a wonderful and special place to visit. The Laurentian Medici Library offers a unique glimpse into the Renaissance period, and its architectural beauty draws tourists from all over the world. With its rich history and remarkable collection, the library is a must-visit for anyone with an interest in literature, history, and art.
Reviews
Unfortunately this place is very poorly run. The hours appearing on Google and their website are not the hours they advertise on-site. When you buy a ticket for San Lorenzo they ask you if you want to buy one for the library at the same time, but don't tell you it is open for only three hours. It could be about to close in an hour and they wouldn't tell you or advise you to visit it before the church so you have time. When we came back after visiting the church it was closed and they wouldn't give us our money back even when we pointed out the completely innacurate hours on their website and lack of posted information beyond one tiny printed sheet in a window. I'm sure Michelangelo would be disgusted by how they're disgracing his (so I'm told) beautiful library.
This library is absolutely stunning, I really enjoy these older antique libraries. Italy is filled with lovely libraries like this, that house some of the greatest books, novels, manuscripts ever written. It’s always such a treat to see these gorgeous places and their amazing collections. The Laurentian Library is definitely one place you’ll want to visit. If you’re a book worm like me I would definitely recommend checking it out. Pay attention to when it’s open, because the hours are brief.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED MOST OF THE DAY. IT IS ONLY OPEN 10-13. THEY DON’T INFORM YOU WHEN YOU BUY THE TICKET. I ASKED AFTER IN THE TICKET OFFICE AND SHE POINT AT A SIGN WITH VERY SMALL LETTERS LEFT TO THE COUNTER.
Michaelangelos library is CLOSED indefinitely. If I’d known this I would not have bought tickets. What’s more, the underground crypts are mostly shut off also for renovations. Was a sad waste of money. I also visited the cloister 20 years ago and the upper part is also now shut off :(
The famous library and staircase have been closed for renovations since September 2022, but you can visit the cloisters and the sacristy and the Basilica for 9€
Its entrance ticket is sold until 1:00. Must see, if you are a book hunter
Wonderful and special Place. Not crowed of tourists. calm and quite place in the caotic heart of Florence
One of the most underrated places in Florence. Take your 30 minutes and go!
The Library is closed for restoration but there is no sign or anything explaining this until after you have paid to enter the Basilica. Very poor communication
A masterpiece born by Michelangelo genius. A must to see
Location
Piazza di San Lorenzo, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Hours
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Monday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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Tuesday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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Thursday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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Friday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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Saturday
10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
- Sunday Close
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