Uffizi Gallery Announces Special Spring 2025 Opening Days

Additional Opening Dates

The Uffizi Gallery announces special openings to accommodate increased tourism during the high season. The gallery will be open on the following dates when it would typically be closed:

• Sunday, April 20, 2025 (Easter)
• Monday, April 21, 2025 (Easter Monday)
• Friday, April 25, 2025 (Liberation Day)
• Thursday, May 1, 2025 (International Workers' Day)

Regular admission rates apply. Advance ticket reservations are recommended.

Opening Hours

During these special openings, everything (including Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens) will be open with the regular opening hours (8:15AM-6:30PM), except for the Corridoio Vasariano on the 21st of April, which will be closed.

Visit Options for Florence's Premier Art Museum

Visitors to the Uffizi Gallery can enhance their experience through several options beyond standard admission. Guided tours offer exceptional value by providing expert insights into Renaissance masterpieces, historical context, and lesser-known works that visitors might otherwise overlook. These tours, available in multiple languages, typically cover highlights like Botticelli's "Birth of Venus," works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. For those seeking flexibility, audio guides provide self-paced exploration while still offering educational content. Consider combining your Uffizi visit with the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens through a unified ticket for a comprehensive Florence art experience at preferential rates.

A Renaissance Spring in Florence

The special openings at the Uffizi Gallery coincide beautifully with Florence's spring season—a time when the city itself comes alive with color and energy. After exploring the gallery, visitors can step out into the mild Florentine evening to enjoy the city's other attractions, from the atmospheric Ponte Vecchio to the lively piazzas filled with locals and tourists alike.

Spring 2025 also brings numerous cultural festivals and events to Florence, making the city an even more appealing destination for art lovers. The Uffizi's extended schedule allows visitors to seamlessly incorporate gallery visits into their broader exploration of Renaissance culture in its birthplace.