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Florence: Guided Tour of Medici Family Secrets, Chapels and History
Embark on a journey through one of the most captivating eras in Florence’s rich history, where the renowned Medici family took center stage.
Discover the highlight of this guided tour, featuring the stunning octagonal Medici Chapel adorned with inlaid marble, and the extraordinary burials decorated by Michelangelo in the New Sacristy, where members of the Medici family rest today.
Visit the locations featured in “Medici: Masters of Florence” and learn about the lives of key Medici Family members like Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder, and Piero the Unfortunate. Delve into 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. Explore how the medieval building of the municipal government became a Medici Palace in 1540. Visit the Palazzo Vecchio from an exclusive vantage point.
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.
Stroll across Piazza del Duomo and venture into the charming streets of the San Lorenzo neighborhood to explore this historic district. 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.
Continue your journey and learn about the commissions for the Laurentian Medici Library which comprises a long-lasting cultural inheritance. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels. 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.
Conclude your tour by exploring the family’s hidden crypt. This vaulted chamber remained undiscovered until 2004 when researchers lifted a stone slab behind the chapels’ main altar. 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.
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- Piazza della Signoria
- Palazzo Vecchio (outside)
- Palazzo Medici Riccardi (outside)
- Piazza del Duomo
- Basilica di San Lorenzo (outside)
- Laurentian Medici Library
- Medici Chapels
- Chapel of the Princes
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- Explore the most iconic places of the Medici family in Florence with an expert guide.
- Visit the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the former home of the Medici family.
- Admire the exterior of Palazzo Vecchio and learn about how it became the Medici Palace.
- Benefit from pre-booked tickets to explore the Medici Chapels and the New Sacristy.
- Marvel at the stories of the Medici family and their artistic influence on the Renaissance.
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- Professional and local Walks In Europe tour guides
- Exterior visit of Basilica di San Lorenzo
- Pre-booked tickets to the Medici Chapels and the New Sacristy by Michelangelo
- Small Groups of up to 12 people
- Private tour option for a more personalized experience
- 2-hour walking tour at a relaxed pace
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- Transportation to the meeting point
- Food and drinks
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- Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
- This tour does not run on the first Sunday of the month.
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- Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
- 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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We meet at the Uffizi Square by the Leonardo da Vinci Statue. Your guide will have a sign saying “Walks in Europe.”