Loggia dei Lanzi - Free Audio Guide
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza della Signoria, Oltrarno, Quartiere 1, Firenze, Toscana, 50122, Italia
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The Loggia dei Lanzi, located in Florence's Piazza della Signoria, is a historical monument built between 1376 and 1382. Known for its stunning Gothic architecture, it served as a venue for public assemblies and ceremonies of the Florentine Republic. Today, it houses remarkable Renaissance and classical sculptures, including Benvenuto Cellini's 'Perseus with the Head of Medusa' and Giambologna's 'Rape of the Sabine Women'. The loggia is open to the public 24/7 with no admission fees, making it an accessible cultural attraction. Visitors can enjoy a rich artistic heritage in a vibrant urban setting.