Don’t miss out on an immersive temporary exhibition on the life and work of enigmatic street artist Banksy, available only till 1 May 2023!
Highlights
Highlights
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Find Banksy’s repurposed street art like the instantly recognizable Balloon Girl alongside brand-new digital installations at the iconic Cathedral of the Image.
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An intimate 35-min presentation gives you an uncensored look at the socio-cultural context of the artist’s 25-year career.
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Select VIP tickets to access a 5-minute VR experience and try your hand at virtual vandalism with the BE BANKSY interactive spray canister experience!
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Fun Fact: Banksy has created covers of music albums by British artists who inspired him including Blur, Massive Attack, and Portishead – all on display in the Crypt.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Entry to Inside Banksy: Unauthorized Exhibition
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35-min immersive presentation
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5-min VR experience (optional)
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Interactive spray canister experience (optional)
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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What to Expect At Inside Banksy: Unauthorized Exhibition?
What to Expect At Inside Banksy: Unauthorized Exhibition?
Enjoy a fresh perspective on culture at one of Santo Stefano al Ponte auditorium's rotating temporary exhibits. This 1000-year-old converted church is now the ideal setting for multimedia tributes to artists as diverse as Leonardo da Vinci and Banksy. Submerge yourself in a world of art thanks to cutting-edge light projections and surround sound.
An Immersive Exhibition
The creative journey of Banksy, the most subversive artist in the contemporary landscape of global street art, is shown through a magnificent immersive event developed with the scientific support of curator Gianni Mercurio.
This genuine tale is told via a seamless fusion of visuals, sounds, and music that conjures up Bristol's underground scene. In 35 minutes, Inside Banksy manages to completely immerse its viewers in the world of the graffiti artist, taking them from the underground stations to the alleys of 1990s England. Be whisked away on an extraordinary voyage via the graffiti of Britain's most irreverent and mysterious painter.
The VIP Virtual Reality Experience
Feel the thrill of leaving your mark on public spaces with the BE BANKSY: Interactive Spray Can Experience, available with VIP tickets. Use the wall as a projection screen for your creations as you paint with a digital paintbrush or spray can.
In contrast, the Inside Banksy VR Experience gives you access to the artist’s inner creative world. In only five minutes, go on a journey to learn about the author's most famous works with the help of a custom program made for virtual reality viewers.
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
Important Information
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Parental discretion is suggested due to the potentially sensitive nature of some of the works on display in the show.
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Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.
Restrictions
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Photography is allowed without using a flash or bulky equipment.
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No outside food or beverages are permitted in the museum.
Timings
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Mon to Fri: 10am to 6:30pm (last entry at 5:30pm)
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Sat & Sun: 10am to 8pm (last entry at 7pm)
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Special closing times
- Mar 23 & Apr 19: 10am to 3:30pm (last entry at 2:30pm)
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Special opening times
- Apr 7, 10, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, & May 1: 10am to 8pm (last entry at 7pm)
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Please note: The temporary exhibition is only available till May 1, 2023.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction. Students must show a valid student ID.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Show your ticket at Piazza di Santo Stefano, 5.
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Address: Piazza di Santo Stefano, 5, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.
Get Directions to the Redemption Point
Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Borgo San Iacopo. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the attraction.
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Board buses C3 & C4 to get you there.
By Tram
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The closest tram stop is Unità. It is a quick 11-minute walk to the attraction.
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Board trams T2 to get you there.