Historic architecture in Tuscany

Architectural Wonders of Tuscany

Explore the cradle of the Renaissance and the pinnacle of Italian Gothic and Romanesque design through Tuscany's most iconic cathedrals, palaces and medieval squares.

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Florence Cathedral

This historic Gothic-Renaissance cathedral and UNESCO World Heritage Site is celebrated for its massive dome engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi and its richly decorated interior.

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Leaning Tower of Pisa

This medieval freestanding Romanesque bell tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famed worldwide for its unintended tilt.

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Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta

Built in the 13th century, this Romanesque and Italian Gothic cathedral was ambitiously planned to surpass the size of Saint Peter's in Rome.

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Uffizi Gallery

Housed in a historic Renaissance palace designed by Giorgio Vasari, this renowned art museum showcases masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael.

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Palazzo Vecchio

This historic Gothic fortress and town hall has served as a symbol of civic power for centuries, featuring grand historical rooms, art collections, and a prominent bell tower.

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Pitti Palace

Associated with Filippo Brunelleschi, this grand Renaissance palace served as a royal residence and now houses extensive art museum collections.

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Basilica of St Lawrence

One of the largest churches in Florence, this landmark of Renaissance architecture served as the parish church and principal burial place of the Medici family.

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Strozzi Palace

Built in the 15th century by the affluent Strozzi family to rival the Medici residences, this monumental Renaissance palace now operates as an art and museum space.

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Pisa Cathedral

Set in the Piazza dei Miracoli, this UNESCO-listed Roman Catholic cathedral is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture renowned for its ornate facade and rich decorations.

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Baptistery of St John

The largest baptistery in Italy, this UNESCO World Heritage monument seamlessly blends Romanesque and Gothic architecture and is renowned for its remarkable acoustics and sculptural works.

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Civic Museum and Public Palace

Occupying a majestic 13th-century palace, this civic landmark features historic public architecture and an art museum showcasing valuable Sienese frescoes.

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San Michele in Foro

Constructed over an ancient Roman forum in Lucca, this Roman Catholic basilica is known for its Romanesque architecture and elaborate marble facade.

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Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

This historic basilica features an iconic Renaissance facade by Leon Battista Alberti alongside Gothic architecture and masterworks by Giotto, Masaccio, Botticelli, and Ghirlandaio.

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Basilica of the Holy Cross

This historic Franciscan basilica showcases Gothic and Renaissance architecture and contains the tombs of illustrious figures including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli.

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Hospital of the Innocents

Designed as an institution to care for abandoned infants in the 1400s, this historic building is a landmark of Italian Renaissance architecture and hosts an art museum.

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Bargello Museum

The oldest public building in Florence, this 13th-century Gothic palace served as barracks and a prison before opening as a national museum displaying sculptures by Michelangelo.

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Cathedral of St Martin

This historic cathedral in Lucca is crafted with gray marble and features prominent Gothic and Romanesque architectural elements.

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Historic Centre of Siena

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this preserved medieval district is famous for its Gothic architecture, historic palaces, and storied town planning.

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Church of Orsanmichele

Built on the site of a monastery kitchen garden, this Florentine church stands out for its distinctive Gothic architecture and collection of outdoor sculptural niches.