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Abbeys and monasteries, Tuscany

Abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany

In Tuscany we have listed 253 abbeys and monasteries; the most detailed page is Museum of San Marco (Florence).

Most are in the province of Firenze (79), the province of Siena (41) and the province of Grosseto (28).

By date of construction, the most common period is the Middle Ages (71% of dated places).

Of these, 3 list opening hours and 2 have free entry.

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  • 149with photo
  • 163with description
  • 3with opening hours
  • 4free entry
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Abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany: frequently asked questions

How many abbeys and monasteries are there in Tuscany?

Our atlas lists 253 abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany. The province with the most abbeys and monasteries is Firenze (79).

What are the most important abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany?

Based on how much information is available (description, photos, visitor info), the standouts are Museum of San Marco (Florence), Cloister of the Scalzo (Florence) and National Museum of San Matteo (Pisa).

Which abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany can you visit for free?

Free entry (always, or on the first Sunday of the month) is listed for Museum of San Marco (Florence), Cloister of the Scalzo (Florence), National Museum of San Matteo (Pisa) and Santa Chiara (San Miniato). Always check the conditions on the official website.

Which abbeys and monasteries in Tuscany have opening hours listed?

3 out of 253 have opening hours (source: OpenStreetMap), including Museum of San Marco (Florence), Cloister of the Scalzo (Florence) and National Museum of San Matteo (Pisa). Hours can change: check before you go.