Basilica of San Lorenzo

icon-locationPiazza di San Lorenzo, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
The Basilica di San Lorenzo is one of Florence's largest churches, located in the heart of the city's main market, and is the burial place of all the major members of the Medici family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III .

Located close to the Cathedral, the Basilica di San Lorenzo was built to the design of the powerful Medici family that ruled Florence for many years during the Renaissance. Although not as grand and decorative as the Cathedral, this church is still an impressive building with its huge dome and characteristic terracotta tiled roof.

The interior of the church is filled with beautiful works of art and decoration including a gilded and white ceiling and a wonderfully decorated domed interior. Many frescoes and sculptures frame the dome and create an interesting mix of patterns and colors.

Furthermore, a lot of Medici families are buried here and their tombs inside the chapel are quite elaborate.

Business hours

Weekdays from 10am to 5pm

Sunday from 1:30pm to 5:30pm (PLEASE NOTE: closed on Sundays from November to February)

Fare

Church: €6.00

Church, museum, monastery + Laurenziana Library (library is only open to the public during exhibitions): €8.50

Free admission for residents of the province of Florence, children 11 years of age and older, persons with disabilities and their companions, tour guides and group chaperones