The Istituto degli Innocenti in Florence has worked uninterruptedly for over six centuries, to help children and families. Founded at the beginning of the fifteenth century, it was the first secular institution dedicated to taking in children.
Today the Institute’s activities include establishing and testing educational and social services, studying the condition of children and promoting children’s rights and culture, in line with the UN Convention. The commitment to protect children and their rights has always been supported by donations from private citizens, associations and companies, confirming a widespread participation in the Institute’s mission.
The institute is located in the old hospital in Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi and enriched over time with works by famous artists, including masterpieces of Luca and Andrea della Robbia, Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Piero di Cosimo and many others.
Today this precious historical and monumental complex is the home of the Museo degli Innocenti.
Daily: 10 am - 7 pm
Closed: December 25, January 1
Last admission always 30 minutes before closing time.
Adult: 7 €
Free admission with the Florence City Pass - your flexible Florence tourist ticket.
Address:
Piazza della Santissima Annunziata 13
50122 Florence
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The Museo Degli Innocenti is easily accessible by public transportion. Just take bus route 19 until the stop Museo Archeologico and walk 160m to the Museo Deglia Innocenti.
The Florence City Pass entitles you to receive preferred entrance at the Museo Degli Innocenti.
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