Experts' Choice Award Museo degli Innocenti
What the experts agree on
Brunelleschi's 1419 foundling hospital—the first Renaissance building—houses masterworks by Botticelli and Ghirlandaio. A recent renovation brightened this centuries-old institution into a compelling museum blending architecture, art, and Florence's
“In the early 15C, with his design for the Foundling Hospital, Brunelleschi marked the beginning of a return to the Ancient classical style, heralding the era of Renaissance architecture.”
– Michelin Guide
Atlas Obscura "Renaissance hospital featuring a rotating door into which unwanted babies were dropped. " Full review
Fodor's "The orphanage built by Brunelleschi in 1419 to serve as an orphanage takes the historical prize as the very first Renaissance building." Full review
Afar Magazine "A prolonged renovation transformed a neglected, dim area into a well-lit home for more than 80 pieces of art, including paintings by Botticelli and Domenico Ghirlandaio. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Designed by Filippo Brunelleschi to showcase the masterpieces housed within—including Botticelli and Domenico Ghirlandaio—offers a window into six centuries of history...there's a lot to see." Full review
Frommer's "Originally funded by the silkworkers’ guild, the “Nocenti” opened in 1419, and ever since has been one of the world’s most famous childcare institutions" Full review
Lonely Planet "Find 15th-century paintings at Museo degli Innocenti"
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