What are Palazzo Pitti opening hours?
Today
Open 08:15–18:30
Last Admission
17:30
Palazzo Pitti
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Thursday (Today) | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Friday | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Saturday | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Sunday | 08:15–18:30 | 17:30 |
Closed: Every Monday, January 1, and December 25.
Seasonal adjustments: In winter (November–February), Boboli Gardens close earlier, typically around 4:30pm.
Special closures: The gardens may close temporarily during heavy rain or for safety/maintenance. The first Sunday of each month offers free entry, which can attract large crowds.
Royal Apartments: Access is by guided tour only, departing hourly during opening hours.
Note: Once you exit the palace or gardens, re-entry is not permitted on the same ticket.
Boboli Gardens
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:15–18:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:15–18:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:15–18:30 |
| Thursday (Today) | 08:15–18:30 |
| Friday | 08:15–18:30 |
| Saturday | 08:15–18:30 |
| Sunday | 08:15–18:30 |
- Closing hours: January, February, November, December: 4:30 pm; March and October (Standard time): 5:30 pm; March (Daylight savings time), April, May, September, October (Daylight savings time): 6:30 pm; June, July, August: 7:10 pm
- Last entry: One hour before the closing time
- Closing days: First and last Monday of each month, December 25
Best time to visit the Palazzo Pitti
Weekday vs Weekend
For a more relaxed experience, plan your visit on weekdays, especially Tuesday through Thursday, when both the palace and gardens are less crowded. Weekends and the first Sunday of each month (free entry) tend to be much busier, with longer lines and larger tour groups. Arriving right at opening (8:15am) is the best way to enjoy quieter galleries and peaceful garden paths before midday crowds arrive.
Peak season vs low season
Peak season runs from April through June and September, when Florence is at its busiest and the gardens are lush and green. Expect higher visitor numbers and longer waits during these months, especially around Easter and major holidays. July and August are also busy, but the midday heat can make garden walks strenuous. For a calmer visit, consider coming in the shoulder months of March or October, when crowds are moderate and the weather is pleasant. The low season (November to February) sees minimal crowds, but the gardens are less colorful and may close early; some features may be under maintenance. Spring and early autumn offer the best combination of vibrant scenery and manageable crowds.
