Laurentian Library, Florence

Name: Laurentian Library
Address: Piazza San Lorenzo, 9, Florence, 50100, Italy
Telephone: +39 055 210760

#241 among attractions in Florence

Library, History museum, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Laurentian Library is a historic library in Florence, Italy, containing more than 11,000 manuscripts and 4,500 early printed books. Built in a cloister of the Medicean Basilica di San Lorenzo di Firenze under the patronage of the Medici pope Clement VII, the library was built to emphasize that the Medici were no longer merchants but members of intelligent and ecclesiastical society. It contains the manuscripts and books belonging to the private library of the Medici family. The library is renowned for its architecture, designed by Michelangelo, and is an example of Mannerism. ()

Local name: Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 43°46'28"N, 11°15'14"E

Address

Piazza San Lorenzo, 9Centro Storico (Mercato Centrale)Florence 50100 Italy

Contact

+39 055 210760

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Day trips

Laurentian Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Laurentian Library open?

Laurentian Library is open:

Monday 8 am - 1 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 1 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 1 pm
Thursday 8 am - 1 pm
Friday 8 am - 1 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Laurentian Library?

Nearby attractions include Sagrestia Vecchia, Florence (1 min walk), Palazzo Martelli, Florence (1 min walk), San Lorenzo, Florence (2 min walk), Piazza San Lorenzo, Florence (2 min walk).

How to get to Laurentian Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Laurentian Library:

Bus

Cappelle Medicee • Lines: C1 (2 min walk)
Cerretani • Lines: C1 (2 min walk)

Tram

Unità • Lines: T2 (6 min walk)
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella • Lines: T1 (7 min walk)

Train

Firenze Santa Maria Novella (10 min walk)
Firenze Porta al Prato (22 min walk)