Tour · Firenze
The Medici in Florencey
Discover the fascinating story of Florence’s most powerful family, whose ambition, wealth and passion for art transformed the city into the heart of the Renaissance.
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The tour
The Medici in Florencey
“Medici”, this name owes most of its popularity to the movies and novels by Dumas, but few people know that the richness and splendour of the Florentine Museums depends on that dynasty, who ruled over Florence for almost 3 centuries.Walking through the places linked with the history of this family (Medici Chapels, Medici-Riccardi Palace, Old Palace, Pitti Palace) you will learn about the difficult path of the Medici on their way from simple merchants to dukes and about there basic role in the development of art and science in Florence and Tuscany.
Tour Highlights
- The Rise of the Medici Family – Discover how a family of bankers became the most influential dynasty in Florence.
- Palazzo Medici Riccardi – Explore the history of the magnificent Renaissance palace that symbolized the family's power.
- Piazza della Signoria – Uncover the political struggles, rivalries and intrigues that shaped Medici Florence.
- The Medici Legacy – Discover how their patronage supported extraordinary artists such as Michelangelo, Botticelli and Brunelleschi.
PRIVATE TOUR
Price per group, up to 6 people
- Licensed Private Tour Guide
- Flexible Starting Time
- Personalized Itinerary
STEP BY STEP
The itinerary
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Begin your journey at the historic residence of the Medici family, where their extraordinary rise to power began.
Piazza del Duomo
Discover the Medici family’s connections to Florence’s religious and artistic life, including their support for Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome.
Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio
Explore the political heart of Florence and uncover the conflicts, conspiracies and ambitions that shaped the Medici dynasty.
Ponte Vecchio and the Vasari Corridor
Follow the footsteps of the Medici rulers and discover the famous elevated passageway connecting Palazzo Vecchio to Palazzo Pitti.
What's Included
- Licensed Private Tour Guide
- Personalized Itinerary
- Restaurant and Shopping Recommendations
Not included
- Museum Entrance Tickets
- Transportation
- Food and Drinks
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