The Uffizi Gallery is located in the heart of Florence, right next to Piazza della Signoria, in Tuscany, Italy.
The gallery sits between Palazzo Vecchio and the Arno River, with a great view of Ponte Vecchio, allowing tourists to explore the beautiful streets of Florence.
Visitors arriving in Florence can easily walk to the gallery from various points in the city center.
With easy access by public transportation and several parking options nearby, you must add this most-visited Italian museum to your Florence itinerary.
Once in Florence, reaching the Uffizi Gallery is typically a single-mode journey!
This guide will provide the easiest and most time-saving ways to get to the Uffizi Gallery.
Where is the Uffizi Gallery Located?
Uffizi Gallery Address: Piazzale degli Uffizi, 6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.
Phone: +39 055 238 8651
There are three ways to get to Florence: by air, car, or train.
Once you arrive at Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci airport, you can take the shuttle bus “Vola in Bus” or taxi to Santa Maria Novella station.
Or, if you are traveling by car, the nearest parking lot is under the Santa Maria Novella (SMN) train station.
Or else you can take the train to reach the central Santa Maria Novella station.
How to get to the Uffizi Gallery?
There are a few different ways to reach the gallery, depending on your location and mode of transportation:
Getting to Uffizi Gallery by Train
Distance: 1.3 km
Time Duration: 10–12 minutes
Train Station: Santa Maria Novella (SMN) Station
The closest train station to the Uffizi Gallery is Santa Maria Novella (SMN) Station.
It is the main terminus, located 1.3 km from the gallery.
You can start the journey by taking line R and following the terminus to the Santa Maria Novella in Florence.
You can take a taxi or bus C1 or C2 from the down-boarding station to the Uffizi Gallery.
The fastest way to get from Santa Maria Novella to the Uffizi Gallery is by taxi, which costs €10–€12 and takes 7 minutes.
Alternatively, you can walk to the museum via Borgo Santi Apostoli, which will take about 15-20 minutes to cover a distance of 1.1 km.
Getting to Uffizi Gallery by Bus
Distance: 250m
Time Duration: 5–10 minutes
Bus Stop: Diaz
Diaz is the nearest bus stop to the Uffizi Gallery.
It is located 250 meters away from the gallery. If you arrive there, you can easily walk to the museum.
Depending on your starting point, you can take routes C3, 23, 23A, 23B, 23N, CA and C2.
You can start your bus journey by taking the C1 route to the Diaz bus stop. The Uffizi Gallery is a short walk from the bus stop.
To walk to the museum via Borgo Santi Apostoli:
- Head southeast and slightly right toward Via degli Avelli
- Turn left onto Via degli Avelli. (Via degli Avelli turns into Via del Panzani.)
- Continue onto Via del Panzani.
- Turn right onto Via de’ Cerretani.
- Continue to the Piazza del Duomo.
- Cross the square towards the southeast.
- Follow the signs to the Uffizi Gallery along the riverside.
Getting to Uffizi Gallery by Car
Distance: 5.4 km
Time Duration: 18–20 minutes
To reach Uffizi the Gallery by car, you can take Benedetto Marcello/SS67 from Parterre.
After this, take the first exit at the Piazza Della Liberta/SS67 roundabout to get to Piazzale Donatello/SS67. Then, turn right onto Via Vittorio Alfieri.
You can reach Via Dei Gondi by traveling from Borgo Pinti via Dei Pepi and Via dei Pandolfini.
It will take you around 18 minutes to reach the Uffizi Gallery from Parterre. Get Direction.
- Start at Parterre.
- Take Via Benedetto Marcello to Viale Belfiore/SS67.
- Continue on SS67.
- At the roundabout at Piazza della Libertà/SS67, take the first exit onto Piazzale Donatello/SS67.
- Turn right onto Via Vittorio Alfieri.
- Take Borgo Pinti, Via dei Pepi, and Via dei Pandolfini to reach Via dei Gondi.
Is there Parking Available Near the Uffizi Gallery?
Three parking options are available within walking distance of the Uffizi Gallery: Garage Palazzo Vecchio, Garage Ponte Vecchio, and Garage Tintori.
- Garage Palazzo Vecchio is 200 m away
- Garage Ponte Vecchio is 400 away, and
- Garage Tintori is 450 m away
Alternatively, you can also park at the parking lot available at Santa Maria Novella Station.
From there, you can walk to the gallery, which takes 10-15 minutes to cover a distance of 1.3 km.
Learn more about parking lots near the Uffizi Gallery here!
Walking to Uffizi Gallery
The Uffizi Gallery is conveniently located within walking distance of various famous attractions in Florence:
You can explore the attractions and the Uffizi Gallery by walking on the beautiful streets of Florence.
Accademia Gallery to Uffizi Gallery
Distance: 1 km
Time taken: 15 minutes
To reach the Uffizi from the Accademia Gallery—head southwest on Via Ricasoli toward Piazza del Belle Arti.
You will see the Piazza del Duomo. Then turn right and immediately left onto Via dei Calzaiuoli.
Continue onto Piazza della Signoria. Turn right onto Via Vacchereccia, and you can see the Uffizi Gallery in front of you. GET DIRECTIONS.
If you are confused about which gallery to visit, the Uffizi or the Accademia, read our article to make your choice easier.
Ponte Vecchio to Uffizi Gallery
Distance: 170 m
Time taken: 2 minutes
To get to Uffizi Gallery from Ponte Vehicco, head southeast on Lungarno degli Archibusieri toward Piazza del Pesce for 100 m.
Then, continue onto Lungarno, Anna Maria Luisa de’ Medici. You will see the Uffizi Gallery on your left. GET DIRECTIONS
Boboli Gardens to Uffizi Gallery
Distance: 650 m
Time taken: 8–10 minutes
Boboli Garden is located on the other side of the river. On your way, you will see a beautiful view of the Arno River.
You can start by heading northeast on Piazza de’ Pitti toward Sdrucciolo de’ Pitti and continue onto Via de’ Guicciardini to Ponte Vecchio.
Then turn right onto Lungarno degli Archibusieri, and continue onto Lungarno Anna Maria Luisa de’ Medici.
You will see the Uffizi Gallery on your left. GET DIRECTIONS
Pitti Palace to Uffizi Gallery
To reach Pitti Palace, head northeast on Piazza de’ Pitti toward Sdrucciolo de’ Pitti.
Then, continue onto Via de’ Guicciardini and then onto Ponte Vecchio.
Turn right onto Lungarno degli Archibusieri, and continue onto Lungarno Anna Maria Luisa de’ Medici.
The Uffizi Gallery will be on your left. GET DIRECTIONS
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FAQs
How do you get into the Uffizi Gallery?
You need to buy Uffizi Gallery tickets to enter the gallery.
You can directly show the online tickets and get the printed tickets at Door 3 and you are ready to go!
Book your Uffizi tickets now!
How far apart are Accademia and Uffizi?
The distance between the Accademia Gallery and the Uffizi Gallery is approximately 1 kilometer.
It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the Accademia Gallery to the Uffizi Gallery.
The route involves passing through Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria.
Which is the closest train station to the Uffizi Gallery?
The closest train station to the Uffizi Gallery is Santa Maria Novella (SMN) Station, located 1.3 kilometers away.
You can take line R to the station and then reach the Uffizi Gallery by taxi, bus (C1 or C2), or a short walk from the station.
Which is the closest bus station to the Uffizi Gallery?
The nearest bus stop to the Uffizi Gallery is Diaz, located 250 meters away.
Various bus routes, including C3, 23, 23A, 23B, 23N, CA, and C2, can take you to the Diaz bus stop. From there, you can easily walk to the gallery.
How long does it take to reach the Uffizi Gallery on foot?
The walking duration to the Uffizi Gallery depends on your starting point.
The Uffizi Gallery is conveniently located within walking distance of various points, including the Accademia Gallery, Pitti Palace, and Boboli Gardens.
The time to reach it varies from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the location.
What is the cheapest way to reach the Uffizi Gallery?
The cheapest way to get to the Uffizi Gallery is by taking the bus from the center of Florence.
Buses are much cheaper than taxis but can take longer, depending on traffic and other factors.
You can also walk to the gallery or take a taxi, which costs €10 to €12.
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