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Chiostro dello Scalzo
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Often overlooked, this small, peaceful 16th-century cloister was frescoed in grisaille by Andrea del Sarto (1486-1530) and Franciabigio with scenes from the life of St. John the Baptist, Florence's patron saint.
- Address: Via Cavour 69, San Marco, Florence, 50129 | Map It
- Phone: 055/2388604
- Hours: Mon., Thurs., and Sat. 8:30--1:50
- Location: San Lorenzo to the Accademia
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