Why go
The nine-arched structure explains how Florence repeatedly adapted its public spaces. Cosimo I commissioned Giorgio Vasari to house the fish market near Ponte Vecchio; the loggia was later dismantled and reconstructed in Piazza de’ Ciompi using much of its original fabric.
What to look for
- Count the nine broad arches carried by piers and columns.
- Look for medallions showing fishing and the sea along both sides.
- Find the four coats of arms marking the corners.
Useful to know
- View the loggia from across Piazza de’ Ciompi to take in the full nine-bay rhythm.
- Treat it as an open-air architectural stop rather than planning around an interior visit.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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