One of the best-kept secrets

For reasons unknown to me, Florence does not widely advertise the wonderful bargain, membership to the state-run museums.  The membership is called" Amici degli Uffizi," and is sold at a special office in the Uffizi.  The family pass is 100 euro for two adults (I've had a lot of different "sisters" over the years) and two children, and entry is good for an entire calendar year.  You just flash your card and a picture ID at the museum guard and you get to go in front of all those people standing in line!  The card can be used at the Uffizi, the Pitti, the Bargello, the Accademia, and more.  It's a way better deal that the Firenze card for 50 euro that is only good for three days.