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Florence: Private guided tour of the San Marco Museum

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Florence: Private guided tour of the San Marco Museum

About this activity

Beato Angelico, or Fra Angelico, was both a master painter and a Dominican friar, turning spiritual devotion into art. This private tour explores his most iconic works at the Museo di San Marco, the former convent where they were created. On the main staircase, The Annunciation greets visitors with its serene composition, as angel and Virgin meet in silent grace.

In the friars’ dormitory, each cell holds a sacred fresco, such as the Crucifixion, Adoration of the Magi, and Transfiguration, designed for reflection. The Chapter Hall’s Crucifixion with Saints presents devotion on a monumental scale, while the Coronation of the Virgin radiates light, color, and harmony. The Madonna and Child with Saints blends Gothic elegance with Renaissance perspective.

The museum also features Michelozzo’s library, one of the first public libraries of the Renaissance, and the cell of Girolamo Savonarola. San Marco is more than a museum: it is a sanctuary where art, faith, and contemplation meet.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
ACCORD Italy Smart Tours & Experiences

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Headset if requested
  • Included: 2 hours private guide at disposal
  • Included: Reserved entrance at San Marco Museum
  • Included: Pick-up at your accomodation if centrally located

Not included

  • Not included: Drop-off at your accomodation

Itinerary

  1. Museo di San Marco

    2 hours Admission included

    The Museo di San Marco in Florence is housed in a 15th-century Dominican convent and is renowned for its extraordinary collection of works by Beato Angelico, including frescoes in the monks' cells. The museum offers a unique glimpse into Renaissance spirituality and monastic life, combining art, history, and architecture in a peaceful and evocative setting.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at the statue of Manfredo Fanti

End point

  • Meet your guide at the statue of Manfredo Fanti

Pickup points

  • Hotel Romagna
  • Hotel Residence La Contessina
  • Strozzi Palace Hotel
  • Hotel San Giovanni
  • Hotel Garibaldi Blu
  • Borgo SS. Apostoli (423)
  • Lombardi Hotel
  • Portrait Firenze
  • Antefissa
  • Hotel Santa Croce
  • Hotel Spagna
  • Hotel Cardinal Of Florence

and 222 more pickup points

Pick-up will be on foot

Using your ticket

Your guide will collect the tickets for you

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • spanish group

    Pickup included

  • german group

    Pickup included

  • french group

    Pickup included

  • italian group

    Pickup included

  • english group

    Pickup included

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