2 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore the most iconic places of the Medici family in Florence with an expert guide
Visit the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the former home of the Medici family
Admire the exterior of Palazzo Vecchio and learn about how it became the Medici Palace
Benefit from pre-booked tickets to explore the Medici Chapels and the New Sacristy
Marvel at the stories of the Medici family and their artistic influence on the Renaissance
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Join a private or small group tour in Florence to explore the captivating era of the Medici family, who played a central role in the city’s rich history. Begin with skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapel, where your guide highlights the stunning octagonal chapel adorned with inlaid marble, the extraordinary New Sacristy burials decorated by Michelangelo, and the opulent Chapel of the Princes featuring marble and semi-precious stones. Learn about Michelangelo’s Secret Room from an external viewpoint and uncover the hidden Medici crypt, a vaulted chamber discovered only in 2004 behind the main altar. Visit locations featured in “Medici: Masters of Florence” while hearing stories of key family members like Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder, and Piero the Unfortunate, including their intense rivalries with prominent families such as the Strozzis and Pazzis. See the exterior of Palazzo Medici Riccardi and admire its courtyard while learning about the delicate interplay between art and power. Explore the historic San Lorenzo neighborhood, discover the rise of the Medici bank, marvel at the architecture of Basilica di San Lorenzo, and stroll across Piazza del Duomo to Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence transformed into a Medici Palace in 1540. Enjoy exclusive views of Palazzo Vecchio and conclude at Piazzale degli Uffizi, reflecting on the art, influence, and hidden secrets that shaped one of the most powerful families of the Renaissance, with your guide offering tips to enhance the rest of your Florence experience.
Professional and local Walks In Europe tour guides
Exterior visit of Basilica di San Lorenzo
Pre-booked tickets to Medici Chapels and New Sacristy
Intimate group setting
Private tour option for a more personalized experience
Walking tour at a relaxed pace
Transportation to the meeting point
Entry into Michelangelo’s “secret room”
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Camera
Not wheelchair accessible
Arrive 15 minutes before the tour; late arrivals cannot join
Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside
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