Museo Leonardiano of Vinci

The Leonardian Museum of Vinci

The Leonardian Museum of Vinci is one of the most important exhibition centers dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance genius famous for his scientific and technological innovations. Located in the heart of the village of Vinci, Leonardo’s hometown, the museum offers a unique experience to discover his inventions and creative mind.

The museum displays over 60 life-size, functioning models inspired by Leonardo’s original drawings and handwritten notes. Among the inventions on show are war machines, civil engineering tools, hydraulic mechanisms, and flying machines, accompanied by interactive panels and reproductions of Leonardo’s codices.

The museum is spread across two historic sites in Vinci’s center: the Guidi Counts’ Castle, an imposing medieval fortress, and the Uzielli Building, dedicated to mechanical machines. Both venues showcase Leonardo’s versatility as a scientist, architect, and inventor with a modern and engaging exhibition layout.

In Vinci, visitors can also explore Leonardo’s birthplace and the Leonardian Library, which houses a complete reproduction of the master’s codices, a reference point for scholars worldwide.

Useful Information:
Location: Vinci (FI), Tuscany
Opening hours and tickets: www.museoleonardiano.it