Loggia del Bigallo, Art museum and national heritage building in central Florence, Italy.
The Loggia del Bigallo is a historic building in central Florence housing exhibition spaces with artworks and objects. The structure displays items that document the activities of this institution across many centuries.
The building was constructed in the early 20th century and later recognized as national heritage. Architect Alberto Arnoldi designed it, adapting his approach to Florence's architectural history.
The collection features works by artists including Bachiacca and Sogliani, reflecting local artistic traditions across centuries. Visitors can observe how painters from the area depicted religious and everyday scenes.
The location is in the historic center and easily reached on foot. Visitors should allow enough time to explore the exhibition spaces at a comfortable pace.
The museum preserves historical medical equipment and transport devices that show how healthcare evolved. These objects tell a different story of the building alongside the artworks.
Location: Florence
Inception: 1976
Architects: Alberto Arnoldi
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Piazza di San Giovanni, 1, 50122 Firenze FI
Phone: +3905527180300
Email: o.bigallo@tiscali.it
Website: http://museicivicifiorentini.comune.fi.it/bigallo
GPS coordinates: 43.77275,11.25526
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45
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