Wheelchair Access and Accessibility at the Uffizi Gallery

# Wheelchair Access and Accessibility at the Uffizi Gallery

The Uffizi Gallery is committed to providing full accessibility for all visitors, including comprehensive wheelchair access and specialized services for guests with mobility needs.

## Entrance and Access

### Main Entrance
- **Wheelchair accessible** entrance via Loggiato
- **Elevator access** to all gallery floors
- **Wide doorways** throughout the museum
- **Ramp access** where needed

### Ticket Office
- **Accessible counter** at appropriate height
- **Priority booking** available for disabled visitors
- **Companion tickets** at reduced rates
- **Audio guide** adaptations available

## Gallery Accessibility

### Floor Access
All major gallery areas are accessible:
- **Ground floor** - Fully accessible
- **First floor** - Elevator access to all rooms
- **Second floor** - Complete wheelchair access
- **Temporary exhibitions** - Accessible spaces

### Navigation Aids
- **Tactile maps** at key locations
- **Large print guides** available
- **Audio descriptions** for major works
- **Sign language** tours by appointment

## Facilities and Services

### Restroom Facilities
- **Accessible restrooms** on each floor
- **Adult changing facilities** available
- **Emergency call systems** in all accessible restrooms

### Seating and Rest Areas
- **Wheelchair spaces** in lecture areas
- **Portable seating** available upon request
- **Rest areas** throughout the gallery
- **Climate-controlled** comfortable spaces

## Specialized Tours

### Guided Tours
- **Tactile tours** for visually impaired visitors
- **Sign language tours** for deaf visitors
- **Sensory-friendly** tours for autism spectrum visitors
- **Private tours** for specific accessibility needs

### Educational Programs
- **Touch-friendly** reproductions of famous works
- **Multi-sensory** learning experiences
- **Adapted materials** for different learning needs

## Booking and Planning

### Advance Reservations
- **Priority booking** for disabled visitors
- **Free companion** tickets available
- **Flexible timing** for specialized needs
- **Group accommodations** for care facilities

### What to Expect
- **Professional staff** trained in accessibility
- **Equipment loans** (wheelchairs, magnifiers)
- **Flexible visit duration** as needed
- **Emergency assistance** protocols in place

## Contact Information

For accessibility planning:
- **Email**: accessibility@uffizi.it
- **Phone**: +39 055 294883
- **Advance notice**: Recommended 48 hours
- **Special requests**: Always accommodated when possible

The Uffizi Gallery ensures that the world's greatest art collection is accessible to everyone, regardless of physical abilities or special needs.