4.4 ·
Step into Casa Buonarroti, the frescoed palazzo tied to Michelangelo's family. Examine his early marble reliefs and drawings, and see how the young sculptor's talent first took shape.
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Casa Buonarroti occupies a palazzo assembled from properties once owned by Michelangelo and later decorated by his grand-nephew with frescoed galleries. Its best-known holdings are two early marble reliefs and a group of drawings, offering a look at the artist's formative years rather than his monumental work.
Reviewers call it small but informative about Michelangelo and his family, though one finds the decorative works are copies and tributes by other artists. At around 45 minutes, it suits a short, quiet stop for art-minded solo travellers.
Casa Buonarroti occupies a palazzo assembled from properties once owned by Michelangelo and later decorated by his grand-nephew with frescoed galleries. Its best-known holdings are two early marble reliefs and a group of drawings, offering a look at the artist's formative years rather than his monumental work.
Reviewers call it small but informative about Michelangelo and his family, though one finds the decorative works are copies and tributes by other artists. At around 45 minutes, it suits a short, quiet stop for art-minded solo travellers.
Duration
45 min
Best time
morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Easy pace
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Small but interesting place to learn more about Michelangelo and his family. We got in with our Florence pass
Jasmine Colle
2/5📍 Nearby spots
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