Does 6.5 year old need to pay full price for Uffizi Gallery in Florence?

It is evident to me that from the reduced fee qualification list you give, that your son, being over 6 and not an EU citizen, has to have a full-price ticket. That "he might get bored" is very probable and of no consequence; as a foreigner he does not qualify for free admittance. So you have to decide, I guess, how badly you yourself want to visit the Uffizi.

You are probably correct and it would appear that he will require a ticket. You are also certainly correct that a kindergartener WILL get bored in the gallery. For all but the true art lovers, the gallery is overwhelming. After a couple hours, looking at many, many paintings by the same artist, I have to admit I became somewhat bored. A 6 year old would not likely last very long. I would suggest looking for a Plan B.

It looks like he will need a ticket. I guess the challenge for people traveling with children is to find a balance between doing what we want as adults and trying to entertain kids so they aren't bored. Even my at the time 20-year-old daughter who studied art history in college before our trip, had a hard time during our 3 museums in one day blitz in Paris!

A solution that I find interesting as many people seem to frightened to comtemplate it is this... You or hubby take child the park ,, then the other parent gets two or three hours "off" to enjoy a grown up activity..
You can then switch the favor another day. Each adult gets to enjoy a site that may bore the child, but the parent let with the child may enjoy some time finding something more interesting for the child. I really do not understand some peoples reluctance to be seperated for even a few hours. Its a good way to make every one happy,, it can work for non sites too,, wife wants to go shopping without whiney hubby,, viola, they part ways and meet a hotel for lunch. Its a good compromise.

The full ticket is 21.5 euro per person. I believe it includes a 9 or 10 euro on line reservation fee (I am using uffizi.org; it's smooth and fast. Rick mentioned in his book that you can also call Uffizi's Italian phone number to reserve over the phone which only charges 4 euro per ticket for reservation fee. I tried a few times, but either couldn't get through or waited a long time then got disconnected.. I'd rather pay 10 euros to use a much more reliable website). Pat- You are absolutely right. My coworker has done what you suggested. She and her husband took turns visiting Uffizi while the other stayed in hotel room with kids. I guess I will do this too, especially now my husband has indicated he 'doesn't need to see it!'.

Well, you've just saved 43 euros!!. Your hubby and son can enjoy some gelato and you can enjoy the Uffizi unemcumbered and at your own pace. That's a win-win IMO!!

Elaine is right. This is a win-win, and you have just added money to the gelato budget!

Emily, the online reservation fee should be no more than 4 Euro. And this fee also applies to those European kids who otherwise qualify for the reduced fee. So by buying a ticket for your American kid you do pay an extra 3.25 Euro. That is half of the regular full fee. Not really a big deal if you look at the whole picture. There is also the option for a higher priced ticket that includes a special exhibition. But I doubt you want to drag your little one to that. Here is the official website for online reservations:
http://www.b-ticket.com/b-ticket/uffizi/info_venue.aspx

@Andrea - Let's not forget the limoncello budget.

Having been to Florence earlier this year, I can attest that they do check nationality of children when it comes to trying to get free/reduced admission. I think you've got a good plan of not trying to do a family Uffizi trip. I think you'll enjoy it much more on your own.

OK, now that it is decided the family is splitting up for the Uffizi, I'll chime in on yummy treats for son and dad. gelato: Grom, via delle Oche 24r, a small street from the Duomo. chocolate, cookies, best ever nougat: Gilli, Piazza della Repubblica my favorite pastry of all time: torta della nonna at Rivoire, Piazza della Signoria. They are also known for their hot chocolate. cremino (brioche filled with pastry cream, heaven): Patrizio Cosi, Borgo Albizi 11r. Next door, is Vestri, a high quality chocolate store, including hot chocolate and chocolate gelato. Been there and would love to do it again.
My source: The Food Lover's Guide to Florence, by Emily Wise Miller

Not to through a wrench in all this, but another suggestion would be to buy a "Friends of the Uffizi" membership. It is 100 Euros for 2 adults and up to 2 children. It is good for the Uffizi, Academia and many other museums. One of the best features is that you don't have to make any reservations or stand in any lines. If you need a break, go up to the roof or take a walk, and go back in again, or return another day. Just a thought.