Great Synagogue of Florence

Located in Florence, Tuscany, Great Synagogue of Florence is one of Italy’s most prominent synagogues, built after Jewish emancipation and distinguished by its large copper-green dome. The historical record gives a clear framework for understanding the site. The synagogue was inaugurated in 1882, enabled by the legacy of Baron David Levi and built in the period following Jewish civil emancipation in Italy.

The principal construction chronology is late 19th century. Its architectural character is significant: Moorish Revival. The building is distinguished by its large green-copper dome and an eclectic design drawing on Moorish, Byzantine and Romanesque forms.

The official designation is Tempio Maggiore Israelitico di Firenze. Its institutional oversight is linked to Jewish Community of Florence. Because the building continues to serve Jewish communal and religious life, visitors should treat it as an active place of worship. Access procedures may change for security, Shabbat or festivals; the community’s official visitor information is the best current guide.