Explore Florence - Free museum visits to the Orsanmichele & Palazzo Vecchio

Step into the vibrant heart of Florence, Italy. The Florentine streets bustling with locals and tourists alike, all converging upon the city's iconic museums like the Orsanmichele and Palazzo Vecchio. And guess what, the visits are all free! Every first Sunday of the month, Florence opens its treasure trove of museums to the public, welcoming one and all to immerse themselves in centuries of art and history without spending a single euro. Expat Lifestyle with Badds. Hello and Welcome. This episode presents two free museums that I explored: the newly renovated Orsanmichele and the Pazzo Vecchio. Contents of this Video Time Codes 0:00 Introduction 1:41 Walk to Piazza Repubblica 2:41 The Tour de France in Florence 3:12 Walk to Orsanmichele 5:00 The Orsanmichele 7:51 Walk to Palazzo Vecchio 9:27 A look inside & the Ticket Office 11:29 The Museum, Palazzo Vecchio 13:07 The Arnolfo Tower 14:57 Conclusion First up, let's step into the newly renovated Orsanmichele. This hidden gem is a true testament to Florence's artistic legacy. As you wander through its hallowed halls, you'll be greeted by stunning sculptures and exquisite frescoes that whisper tales of devotion and craftsmanship. Every corner holds a story, every artwork a glimpse into the soul of Renaissance Florence. Located on the Via Calzaiuoli in Florence, the church was originally built, in 1337 as a grain market and later converted to a church. Towards the end of the 14th century, the guilds were commissioned to embellish the facades of the church with statues of their patron saints. The church—where mass is still celebrated each Sunday—is dominated by a tabernacle so vast it contains a secret staircase. Today, all of the original sculptures have been removed and replaced with modern duplicates to protect them from the elements and vandalism.[22] The originals mainly reside in the museum of Orsanmichele As part of the renovation, the Renaissance sculptures have been displayed to mirror the way they were placed in the exterior niches “We wanted to make the sculptures more accessible, and also more understandable. In medieval times this was one of the most important buildings in Florence, and we want to make sure its story is properly told. The Florentine is a weekly newspaper in English reporting on news and events in Florence and Tuscany. You can view it online at: http://www.theflorentine.net Royalty Free Music used on this Vlog Iliya Kinanev Mixaund https://mixaund.bandcamp.com This license agreement is made between Bruce Baddeley and the copyright owner Iliya Kinanev, artist name "Mixaund" in regards to the musical composition "Inspire And Motivate" Iliya Kinanev Mixaund https://mixaund.bandcamp.com This license agreement is made between Bruce Baddeley and the copyright owner Iliya Kinanev, artist name "Mixaund" in regards to the musical composition "Brighten Your Day" Related Episodes that you may find interesting:    • Florence, Italy - A Roof Top Bar & 500 Yea...   Florence, Italy: A Roof Top Bar & 500 Year Old Restaurant    • Florence, Italy - Should I visit the Palaz...   Florence, Italy: Should I Visit the Palazzo Vecchio? The Palazzo Vecchio is located in Piazza della Signoria. At the entrance of the Palazzo Vecchio we can appreciate the sculptures of Adam and Eve, the copy of Michelangelo's David and Hercules and Cacus. Also in this beautiful Piazza: the Loggia dei Lanzi, the Fountain of Neptune and the equestrian statue of Cosimo I. Palazzo Vecchio's current appearance is due largely to great works of renovation and interior decoration that were made around 1540, when Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici and his wife Eleonora of Toledo decided to turn the palace into their residence. The rooms magnificently decorated by artists such as Michelangelo, Giorgio Vasari and Donatello. The Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundred) was built from 1494 during the Republic of Fra’ (friar) Girolamo Savonarola. The Hall is the largest and most important room in terms of artistic and historical value inside the palace. Paneled ceilings and large wall frescoes, golden decorations and imposing sculptures will leave you admiring in marvel. The tower called “Torre di Arnolfo” or Arnolfo’s tower. It is one of the most imposing medieval towers remaining in Florence. Its height of 95 meters represents the highest civic symbol in the entire city. If you dare, 416 steps will take you to the very top of the tower to enjoy a breathtaking view of Florence. Palazzo Vecchio one of the most enjoyable museums in Florence. If you have any thoughts, questions or previous experiences regarding Florence, please provide this feedback to me via the comments. It is also greatly appreciated if you can click ‘like’ as this will help make this video to be more visible to others. Also, please consider subscribing and clicking on the bell notifications too. I hope enjoy this episode. Ciao & See You Next Episode.