Studying in Florence

Florence has always been synonymous with science and research, and is now the site of a university that attracts students and researchers from all over the world. The beautiful and ancient florentine libraries are an integral part of the artistic and cultural heritage of the city and are frequented by young students or visitors.

Biblioteca delle Oblate

Oblate library

One of the most important libraries of Florence is the “Oblate” library, Perhaps the oldest library in the city. Built in a former convent (1300), restored just six years ago and opened to the public as a public library, this library is now a vibrant multicultural center for events, concerts, meetings and other recreational activities. On the top floor there is a beautiful terrace overlooking the cathedral with coffee bar and several tables for eating or studying outdoors. Inside and outside of the library, there is free wifi.

• Address: Via dell’Oriuolo, 26, 50122 Firenze
  WebSite: bibliotecadelleoblate.comune.fi.it
  Phone: 055 261 6512

Opening Hours

• Monday 02 am – 10 pm
  Tuesday – Saturday 09 am – 11.45 pm

Biblioteca Nazionale

Biblioteca Nazionale

The most famous and majestic is undoubtedly the “Biblioteca Nazionale”, cultural gem and symbol of the city. Located in a monumental building along the Arno river in Florence, is now the largest library in Italian and among the first in Europe. Quiet and peaceful, the ”Biblioteca Nazionale” is one of the best places to study. Here are periodically hosted exhibitions open to the public.

• Address: Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, 1 – 50122 Firenze
  WebSite: www.bncf.firenze.sbn.it

Opening hours

• Monday- Friday 8,15 am – 7 pm
• Saturday 8,15 am – 1,30 pm

Biblioteca Marucelliana

Biblioteca Marucelliana

The Marucelliana Library is one of the most vibrant and fascinating library of Florence. Built in 1700, it was the first library open to the general culture to a wide audience.
Destination for tourists as well as scholars for the beauty and sumptuousness of the furnishings, must surely be visited at least once in your lifetime.

• Address: Via Cavour 43-47 – 50129 Firenze
  Website: www.maru.firenze.sbn.it
  Phone: +39 05 52 72 22 00 / 21 06 02 / 21 62 43

Opening hours

• Monday – Friday 8.30 am – 6 pm

The library will be fully or partially closed during August and during some public holidays.