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Florence: Medici Family Secrets, Chapels & History Guided Tour

4.1(16)2 hEasy paceSpecial offer

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$75per person

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Overview

Duration: 2 h
Languages: English
Group size: Up to 12 travelers
Suitable for: Ages 0–99
Pace: Easy pace
Access: Skip the line

Good for

Couples
First-time visitors
History buffs
Solo travelers

Uncover the power and legacy of the Medici family, the most influential patrons of the Renaissance. Explore iconic sites like Palazzo Medici Riccardi and the Medici Chapels with skip-the-line access. Enjoy a relaxed walking tour with expert local guides revealing the secrets of the dynasty that shaped Florence.

Highlights

Medici Focused
Exclusive Access
Expert Local Guide

What's included

Exterior visit of Basilica di San Lorenzo
Intimate group setting
2-hour walking tour at a relaxed pace
Professional and local Walks In Europe tour guides
Pre-booked tickets to the Medici Chapels and the New Sacristy

Not included

Transportation to the meeting point
Entry into Michelangelo's "secret room"

Itinerary

1
Cappelle Medicee
30min
Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapel. Marvel at the powerful marble figures carved by Michelangelo and the intricate mosaic work. Admire the Chapel of the Princes, adorned with marble and sparkling, semi-precious stones. Learn about Michelangelo’s Secret Room, where the artist hid for many weeks in 1530, all from an external viewpoint. Explore the family's hidden crypt. This vaulted chamber remained undiscovered until 2004 when researchers lifted a stone slab behind the chapels' main altar.
2
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Pass by
See the exterior of Palazzo Medici Riccardi while exploring the rich history of the Medici family with your guide. Uncover the delicate relationship between art and power as your expert guide enlightens you about the Medici’s influence on Florence. Admire the intricate decorations of the courtyard from the outside.
3
Basilica di San Lorenzo
Pass by

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Accessibility

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

Location

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Learn about the family’s founders and the rapid success of their bank, which became one of the most successful in Europe. Marvel at the exceptional design and architecture of the Basilica di San Lorenzo from the square.

Piazza Del Duomo

Pass by

Stroll across the main square where the Duomo is and venture into the charming streets of the San Lorenzo neighborhood to explore this historic district.

Piazza della Signoria

Pass by

Delve into the world of the Medicis and their intense rivalries with other prominent families, such as the Strozzis and the Pazzis. Uncover hidden secrets as you explore the historical streets and squares of this vibrant city led by an expert guide. Begin your journey at the Piazza della Signoria, the center of political life in Florence since the 14th century.

Palazzo Vecchio

Pass by

Explore how the medieval building of the municipal government became a Medici Palace in 1540. Immerse yourself in the enthralling history of the Medici family as you see the Palazzo Vecchio from an exclusive vantage point.

Stop 7

Pass by

Conclude your tour at the Piazzale degli Uffizi, reflecting on the art, power, and hidden secrets that shaped one of the most powerful families in Renaissance history. At the end of the tour, your knowledgeable guide will be delighted to offer valuable suggestions to enhance the rest of your unforgettable Florence experience.

Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.

Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.

Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

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Florence: Medici Family Secrets, Chapels & History Guided Tour

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