Some of the most meaningful artistic moments in Florence, for us, are tied to Fra Angelico. There’s nothing quite like standing before his luminous paintings in the Uffizi or being surrounded by the frescoes he painted for the monks of San Marco where his frescoes still radiate a sense of peace nearly six centuries later. If you’re not familiar with this Renaissance master, this fall and winter is the perfect time to discover him as Florence celebrates with the first major exhibition of his work in more than 70 years. Plan your trip now to experience this extraordinary cultural event in the city he called home!

Fra Angelico at Palazzo Strozzi & Museo di San Marco

Opening September 26, 2025, and running through January 25, 2026, the Fra Angelico exhibition will take place at two of Florence’s most remarkable cultural venues: the elegant Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi and the Museo di San Marco. More than four years in the making, the exhibition reunites altarpieces that have been separated for centuries, presents masterpieces freshly restored through an ambitious conservation campaign, and showcases works drawn from some of the world’s most prestigious museums and collections. To see them gathered together in Florence—the city where Fra Angelico lived, prayed and painted—is a rare and unforgettable opportunity.

Alongside his works, you’ll have the chance to experience the rich artistic world of Renaissance Florence, by seeing Fra Angelico in dialogue with other masters like Masaccio, Filippo Lippi, Ghiberti and Luca della Robbia. It’s a chance not only to encounter the beauty of his art, but also to understand how profoundly he shaped the course of painting in Florence and beyond.

Why You’ll Want to Be Here This Fall & Winter

What makes this exhibition even more special is its timing, stretching from the beauty of autumn in Florence right through the holiday season. These are our favorite times of year, when the pace slows and there’s space to savor it all. You can spend a quiet morning immersed in Fra Angelico’s art, then enjoy the simple pleasure of a warming bowl of ribollita or an evening stroll beneath festive holiday lights. If you’re looking for a reason to plan that next trip to Italy, this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition is a great reason!

Learn More About Fra Angelico

If you’d like to delve deeper, Florence-based art historian Alexandra Lawrence is offering a six-week lecture series, Heaven Bound: The Life and Art of Fra Angelico starting September 4, 2025. Whether preparing for your visit or joining from afar, her lectures are a wonderful way to understand the artist who became known as the “Angelic Friar.” Pope John Paul II once described Fra Angelico as the painter who best “translated into color the eloquence of the word of God,” and Alexandra’s insights illuminate exactly why his work continues to move us today.

Book Your Florence Stay Now

With an exhibition of this importance, tickets are expected to be in high demand. We recommend booking in advance so you don’t miss the chance to be part of this remarkable cultural moment. It’s also the right time to plan your stay, so you can enjoy the season just as we love it most. Browse our Florence apartment rentals to find your home away from home and plan ahead for an unforgettable visit!

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