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Museo Nazionale di San Matteo

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The Museo Nazionale di San Matteo (National Museum of San Matteo) is one of Italy’s most important collections of medieval and Renaissance art. Located in a former Benedictine convent along the Arno River, it houses masterpieces from Pisa and Tuscany, including sculptures, wooden crucifixes, and paintings by renowned artists like Simone Martini and Masaccio.

What to See & Do

  • Admire medieval wooden sculptures 🗿 and religious paintings 🖼️ from Pisa’s churches ⛪✨
  • See works 🎨 by famous artists 🧑‍🎨 such as Simone Martini 👑, Masaccio, and Donatello 🇮🇹👀
  • Explore the collection 📜 of manuscripts 📚, ceramics 🏺, and sacred objects 💎✝️
  • Learn about Pisa’s artistic evolution 💡 from the 12th ⏳ to the 16th century 👑🧠
  • Enjoy the peaceful cloister 🌳 and historical architecture 🏰 of the former convent 😌💚

How to Get There

  • From Pisa Centrale 🚆: 15-minute walk 🚶‍♀️ north ⬆️ along the Arno River 🌊⏱️💨
  • From Leaning Tower 🗼: 20-minute walk 🚶‍♂️ or 10-minute taxi ride 🚕⏱️
  • Parking 🅿️: Available at Lungarno Mediceo 🗺️ and nearby public lots 💰✅

Travel Tips

  • Photography 📸 without flash 🚫💡 is usually allowed 👍✅
  • Allocate at least 1–1.5 hours ⏱️ to explore the collection 🖼️⏳
  • Combine your visit 🤝 with a stroll 🚶‍♂️ along the nearby Arno River 🌊🗺️
  • Check 📅 for temporary exhibitions 🖼️ or guided tours 🧑‍🏫 for deeper insights 💡📞

Suggested Itinerary

  • 10:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at Museo Nazionale di San Matteo 🏛️🎨💨
  • 10:15 AM – Explore medieval sculptures 🗿 and paintings 🖼️👀
  • 11:00 AM – Visit the manuscripts 📚 and sacred art 💎 section ✝️📜
  • 11:30 AM – Enjoy a short riverside walk 🌊 or coffee ☕ nearby 🥐😌👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Closed: Mondays.

Entry Fee:

€5 (discounts for students and seniors)

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or early afternoon for quiet viewing.

Location

📌 Museo Nazionale di San Matteo, Piazza San Matteo in Soarta, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy

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