Where to park at Medici Chapels

The Medici Chapels, located in the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence, are a monumental complex housing the tombs of the Medici family.

The Medici Chapels, located in the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence, are a monumental complex housing the tombs of the Medici family. Designed by Michelangelo and Buontalenti, they include the New Sacristy and the Chapel of the Princes, known for magnificent marble and semi-precious stone decorations. These chapels represent an extraordinary example of Renaissance and Baroque art and architecture. Planning to visit the Medici Chapels with your vehicle? Parkimeter is here to help and offers you plenty of tips for where to park at Medici Chapels.

Where are the Medici Chapels located in Florence?

This Renaissance complex is situated inside the Basilica of San Lorenzo, one of Florence's oldest and most famous churches. The Medici Chapels extend into the historic center of the city, close to its most important attractions. They are located in the San Lorenzo district, near Florence's central market and the famous Piazza del Duomo, home to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Campanile, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni. Nearby are also the Medici Riccardi Palace and numerous shops and restaurants. Navigating the area is not complicated but it's important to note it falls under Zone B of Florence's ZTL, active Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm, and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Additionally, from April to October, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, the limited traffic zone is also active from 11:00 pm to 3:00 am.

Furthermore, there are pedestrian areas where vehicle access is strictly prohibited unless you have a temporary permit or are a guest at a hotel or parking facility.

Where to park near the Medici Chapels in Florence?

There are two parking options in this area: street parking or opting for a Florence parking. If you choose to park on the street as mentioned before, given the central location of the chapels, you will only be able to find parking in the immediate vicinity of the artistic complex.

Opting for a Florence parking will relieve you of the hassle of tiring laps in search of a parking space and will leave your vehicle in a safe place close to the Medici Chapels and many other city attractions. Choosing a Florence parking also allows you to enter the ZTL area without major problems and from there you can comfortably move around the entire historic center of Florence on foot. Parkimeter offers you an extensive network of parking lots near the Medici Chapels that are not only adjacent to the complex but also offer you the security and convenience of many additional services.

Now that you know all the options where to park at Medici Chapels, don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in their Renaissance atmosphere and many other attractions offered by this city. Book your parking at the Medici Chapels now with Parkimeter!