Museo di Casa Martelli

Casa Martelli in Florence is a former noble residence turned civic museum (since 2009) showcasing the Martelli family’s art collection and rooms, including a frescoed garden room. Access is by free guided tours only, with reservation required; openings are limited to Tuesdays and Saturdays, in Italian (English summaries available) and tours last about an hour. The site is praised as a “hidden gem” near the Duomo, offering a vivid glimpse into 17th–18th century Florentine life, remarkable frescoes, period furnishings, a winter garden, and a notable painting collection. While some find organization challenging, many visitors regard the guided experience as informative, intimate, and highly worthwhile.