Medici Family Private Guided Walking Tour
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Florence, Italy
3 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Transform your visit to Florence with this intimate private tour, where you and your companions will be guided through the magnificent story of the Medici dynasty by your own expert art historian. Unlike large group experiences, this exclusive journey allows you to explore Florence's most powerful family's legacy at your own pace.
Why Choose This Private Experience. Personalized Attention, Your dedicated private guide crafts the perfect pace and focus based on your interests, ensuring a truly personal journey through Renaissance Florence. Flexibility and Comfort: Enjoy the freedom to linger at sites that fascinate you most, ask in-depth questions, and adjust the route to suit your preferences - a luxury only possible with a private guide. Expert Private Guide: Your art historian guide brings deep knowledge and passion, sharing insights and stories that bring the Medici era vividly to life, tailored to your interests.
What's Included
- Private 3-hour tour
- Headphones if more than 6 participants
- Walk through medieval alleyways and past Dante's house
- Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio
- Visit to the Florence Cathedral and its dome ( out side )
- Tour of the Palazzo Vecchio, including the Salone dei Cinquecento
- Exploration of Piazza della Signoria and its statues
- Palazzo Vecchio skip-the-line admission ticket
- The Medici Chapels skip-the-line admission ticket
- Certified local tour guide
- Guided tour of Florence's historic center
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini
50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Ponte Vecchio
50125 Firenze FI, Italy
Our fascinating journey through Medici Florence concludes at the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence's most famous bridge.
What To Expect
Cappelle Medicee
The Medici Chapels, adjoining the Basilica of San Lorenzo, represent the ultimate expression of Medici power and artistic patronage in Florence. As you step inside, you'll be dazzled by the opulent Chapel of Princes (Cappella dei Principi), where exotic marbles and semiprecious stones create an extraordinary display of wealth and artistry beneath a soaring 59-meter dome. In the New Sacristy (Sagrestia Nuova), Michelangelo's genius comes to life through his magnificent sculptures adorning the tombs of Lorenzo and Giuliano de' Medici, including the famous "Dawn and Dusk" and "Night and Day." This sacred space, serving as the final resting place of the Medici dynasty, showcases an unparalleled combination of architectural brilliance and artistic mastery that defined the Renaissance era.
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Piazza del Duomo
Piazza del Duomo, the spiritual and architectural heart of Florence, is crowned by the breathtaking Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Here, Brunelleschi's magnificent terracotta dome dominates the skyline, a revolutionary feat of engineering that became the symbol of Renaissance innovation. The square showcases three architectural masterpieces: the Cathedral with its striking marble façade in shades of pink, white, and green; Giotto's soaring Bell Tower, adorned with exquisite sculptural reliefs; and the octagonal Baptistery, famous for its glittering golden 'Gates of Paradise' doors by Ghiberti. This grand piazza, which has been Florence's religious center since Roman times, perfectly captures the city's artistic genius and spiritual devotion, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the grandeur of Renaissance Florence.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele (Pass By)
Orsanmichele stands as one of Florence's most unique architectural gems, embodying both religious devotion and civic pride. Originally built as a grain market in the 14th century, this remarkable building was transformed into a church while maintaining its distinctive dual identity. Its exterior showcases 14 elaborate niches, each commissioned by Florence's powerful trade guilds and filled with masterpiece statues by artists like Donatello, Ghiberti, and Verrocchio. The stunning Gothic building rises three stories high, with its ground floor serving as a church adorned with Andrea Orcagna's magnificent marble tabernacle, while the upper floors house a fascinating museum. Inside, you'll find the original sculptures from the external niches (now replaced by copies outside), offering a rare opportunity to view these Renaissance masterpieces up close in their original context.
Loggia dei Lanzi
The Loggia dei Lanzi, an elegant open-air gallery beneath graceful Gothic arches, stands as one of Florence's most remarkable outdoor museums. Built in the late 14th century as a covered platform for public ceremonies, this stunning arcade now houses an exceptional collection of Renaissance and Classical sculptures. Here, masterpieces like Benvenuto Cellini's bronze "Perseus with the Head of Medusa," Giambologna's dramatic "Rape of the Sabine Women," and the ancient "Medici Lions" create a magnificent display of artistic achievement. The loggia's strategic position, facing Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria, made it the perfect stage for the Medici to showcase their power through art. Today, its sheltering arches continue to protect these priceless sculptures while offering visitors the unique experience of viewing Renaissance masterpieces in their historical setting.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence since the Middle Ages, stands as an open-air museum of power and artistic brilliance. Dominated by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio, with its medieval tower soaring into the sky, this magnificent square showcases an extraordinary collection of sculptures including a replica of Michelangelo's David, Cellini's dramatic Perseus holding Medusa's head, and the impressive Fountain of Neptune. The elegant Loggia dei Lanzi serves as an outdoor gallery, housing masterpieces like Giambologna's Rape of the Sabines. This historic square, where the Medici shaped Florence's destiny and Savonarola met his fate, tells countless stories of political intrigue, artistic rivalry, and public spectacle. Here, every corner, statue, and stone bears witness to the city's remarkable past, making it one of the most captivating piazzas in the world.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Palazzo Vecchio
Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's majestic town hall, stands as a powerful symbol of civic power and artistic splendor since the 14th century. Its imposing facade, crowned by the soaring Arnolfo Tower and adorned with the renowned copy of Michelangelo's David at its entrance, tells stories of the city's political might. Inside, the palace reveals breathtaking treasures, most notably the grand Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundred), where colossal frescoes by Vasari depict Florence's victories, and where traces remain of the famous artistic duel between Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. The palace's upper floors house the sumptuously decorated private apartments of the Medici family, featuring remarkable works by Bronzino, Ghirlandaio, and other masters. Each room tells a story, from the tiny private chapel of Eleonora of Toledo to the spectacular Hall of Maps, where rare 16th-century globes and maps reveal Renaissance geographical knowledge.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Ponte Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio, Florence's oldest and most iconic bridge, has spanned the Arno River since 1345, serving as a living testament to the city's enduring spirit. This medieval masterpiece is the only Florentine bridge that survived World War II, making it even more precious to the city's heritage. The bridge's unique character comes from the traditional goldsmiths' shops that line its edges, their wooden shutters creating a rustic charm when closed, and their glittering displays of jewelry catching the sun by day. Above these shops runs the mysterious Vasari Corridor, a private elevated passageway built for the Medici family in 1565, connecting Palazzo Vecchio to Palazzo Pitti. The bridge offers spectacular views of the Arno River and has become Florence's most romantic spot, where visitors gather at sunset to witness the golden light reflecting off the water while street musicians serenade passersby.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medici Family Private Guided Walking Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-426324P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Medici Family Private Guided Walking Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Private 3-hour tour.
- Headphones if more than 6 participants.
- Walk through medieval alleyways and past Dante's house.
- Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio.
- Visit to the Florence Cathedral and its dome ( out side ).
- Tour of the Palazzo Vecchio, including the Salone dei Cinquecento.
- Exploration of Piazza della Signoria and its statues.
- Palazzo Vecchio skip-the-line admission ticket.
- The Medici Chapels skip-the-line admission ticket.
- Certified local tour guide.
- Guided tour of Florence's historic center.
The following is NOT included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Meals and beverages.
- Personal expenses.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Medici Family Private Guided Walking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Medici Family Private Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Private 3-hour tour
- Headphones if more than 6 participants
- Walk through medieval alleyways and past Dante's house
- Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio
- Visit to the Florence Cathedral and its dome ( out side )
- Tour of the Palazzo Vecchio, including the Salone dei Cinquecento
- Exploration of Piazza della Signoria and its statues
- Palazzo Vecchio skip-the-line admission ticket
- The Medici Chapels skip-the-line admission ticket
- Certified local tour guide
- Guided tour of Florence's historic center
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
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