The short version
A Florence science museum recommended for its astrolabes, astronomical clocks, and historic instruments.
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Museo Galileo
A Florence science museum recommended for its astrolabes, astronomical clocks, and historic instruments.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-10-31
Last seen:2026-10-31
Times seen:1
Website:museogalileo.it
Why it caught our attention
An enthusiastic visit recommendation adds a physical destination to the software-heavy selection.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-10-31
“People who love this should consider visiting the Institute and Museum of the History of Science in Florence (now rebranded the Galileo Museum for what I assume are marketing reasons :P). It's heaven for science nerds.”
makmanalp · recommendation
Direct HN comment
Historical Scientific Instruments