Discover the Wonders of Science at Museo Galileo

Getting There

• By Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can use the A1 Autostrada (highway) from various locations in Tuscany. From Florence, take the A1 towards Rome and exit at Firenze Nord. Follow the signs towards the city center. Once you reach Florence, follow signs for 'Centro' (City Center). You can park at a nearby parking garage such as 'Parcheggio della Stazione' or 'Parcheggio Porta al Prato.' Make sure to pay for your parking, which typically costs around €1.50-€2.00 per hour. From the parking garage, it's a short walk to the museum located at Piazza dei Giudici, 1.

• By Train

  If you are using public transportation, take a train to Santa Maria Novella Station in Florence. Trains run frequently from various cities in Tuscany, including Pisa, Siena, and Arezzo. Once you arrive at Santa Maria Novella Station, exit the station and walk towards the city center, which is about a 20-minute walk. Alternatively, you can take a bus or tram from the station to the city center. Buses are available at the station, and tickets cost about €1.50. Look for Bus No. 1 or 10 that goes towards the Centro area. After reaching the city center, follow signs to Piazza dei Giudici, where the museum is located.

• By Bus

  For those traveling by bus, several regional buses connect various towns in Tuscany to Florence. You can check the schedules and buy tickets at the bus station. Once you arrive at the bus terminal in Florence, you can walk to the museum, which is approximately 15 minutes away. Simply head towards the city center and follow the signs to Piazza dei Giudici. Make sure to validate your bus ticket before boarding, as fines can be issued for unvalidated tickets, typically around €50.