Florence - The Medici's Private Walking Tour
Step into the fascinating world of the Medici, the family that shaped the very soul of Florence and sparked the Renaissance. From their modest origins as bankers to their rise as dukes and patrons of the arts, this tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the history of one of Europe’s most influential dynasties.
Accompanied by a licensed, knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore the places that marked their lives and their legacy—magnificent palaces, majestic churches, private chapels, and even secret passageways once used to move through the city in safety and style. As you walk the same streets they once ruled, you’ll uncover stories of ambition, art, power struggles, and cultural brilliance.
This is more than a tour, it’s a deep dive into the heartbeat of Florence, told through the extraordinary lives of the Medici. Whether you're a history lover, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about the city’s past, this experience will leave you inspired and enchanted.
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What's included in Florence - The Medici's Private Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Earphones if necessary
- Pick-up at your accomodation if centrally located
- Drop-off at your hotel
- Admission to monuments and attractions
- 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
- Dress code is smart casual
- Participants are requested at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Pick-up at your accomodation if centrally located Pick-up will be on foot
Meeting Points
- Please wait for your guide at the statue of General Fanti
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Ticket Redemption
Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
