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Medici Private Walking Tour in Florence
4.7(23 reviews)Florence, Italy
2hDurationGerman, English, Italian, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel
About this experience
This walking tour takes participants through significant sites in Florence associated with the Medici family, exploring their influence on the city and the Renaissance. Travelers will visit palaces, churches, chapels, and secret passageways, guided by a licensed expert. The tour is suitable for history enthusiasts and art lovers. It is important to note that this experience may involve walking on uneven surfaces and requires a moderate level of fitness. Ensure to wear comfortable shoes.
Itinerary
1
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Palazzo Medici Riccardi is a cornerstone of Renaissance architecture in Florence and a symbol of the Medici family's early rise to power. Commissioned by Cosimo de’ Medici in the mid-15th century and designed by Michelozzo, the palace was one of the first buildings to reflect the new ideals of proportion, symmetry, and classical influence. Behind its austere, rusticated stone façade lies a refined interior, including the stunning Magi Chapel, decorated with vibrant frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli that celebrate the Medici’s wealth and influence. Later expanded by the Riccardi family, the palazzo blends political power, artistic innovation, and family legacy, offering a quiet but powerful glimpse into Florence’s golden age.
2
Piazza Del Duomo
Piazza del Duomo is the monumental heart of Florence, where some of the city’s most iconic landmarks come together in a breathtaking ensemble of art and architecture. Dominating the square is the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with Brunelleschi’s soaring dome rising above the skyline, a masterpiece of engineering and beauty. Nearby, Giotto’s bell tower adds vertical elegance, while the Baptistery of San Giovanni, with its intricate marble façade and golden “Gates of Paradise,” stands as one of the city’s oldest and most revered buildings. The piazza is constantly alive with the movement of visitors, the echo of footsteps on stone, and the awe that comes from standing at the crossroads of history, faith, and artistic genius.
3
Basilica di San Lorenzo
The Basilica di San Lorenzo is one of Florence’s oldest and most historically rich churches, deeply tied to the legacy of the Medici family. Originally consecrated in the 4th century and rebuilt in the 15th century with designs by Brunelleschi, the basilica blends Renaissance harmony with spiritual simplicity. Its plain façade contrasts with the richness of its interior, which houses works by Donatello and elegant chapels filled with art and symbolism. Most famously, it includes the Medici Chapels, monumental tombs designed by Michelangelo, where generations of the powerful family are buried. San Lorenzo is not just a church, but a mirror of Florence’s transformation through faith, art, and political power.
4
Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria is Florence’s historic center of power, dominated by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio. It’s an open-air museum filled with Renaissance masterpieces, including a replica of Michelangelo’s David, the Fountain of Neptune, and striking statues under the Loggia dei Lanzi. The nearby Uffizi Gallery links the square to Florence’s artistic legacy, making it a vibrant blend of history, art, and civic life.
5
Ponte Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio is Florence’s oldest and most iconic bridge, known for its picturesque row of jewelry shops and its unique, medieval charm. Above it runs the Vasari Corridor, a hidden elevated passageway built in 1565 to connect Palazzo Vecchio to the Pitti Palace. Designed for the Medici, it allowed them to move through the city unseen, offering a secretive view of Florence from above the bustling streets. Together, the bridge and corridor embody the city’s blend of beauty, power, and ingenuity.
6
Palazzo Pitti
The Pitti Palace is a grand Renaissance residence in Florence, once home to the Medici family. Behind its massive stone façade lie richly decorated rooms and world-class museums, including the Palatine Gallery with masterpieces by Raphael and Titian. The palace opens onto the Boboli Gardens, a vast and elegant green space filled with sculptures, fountains, and sweeping views. It’s a place where royal splendor and artistic heritage meet in the heart of the Oltrarno district.
What's included / not included
Professional guideEarphones if necessaryPick-up at your accomodation if centrally located
Drop-off at your hotelAdmission to monuments and attractions
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Dress code is smart casual
- Participants are requested at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time
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