Florence: Guided Tour Medici Family Secrets, Chapels and History

Explore the most iconic places of the Medici family in Florence with an expert guide.
See the Riccardi Medici Palace, the former home of the Medici family from its courtyard.
Admire Palazzo Vecchio’s exterior and learn 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
• This tour does not run on the first Sunday of the month.
• 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.

• Florence: Guided Tour Medici Family Secrets, Chapels and History
  Add

• Small Groups of up to 8 people
• Exterior visit of Basilica di San Lorenzo
• 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

• Transportation to the meeting point
• Entry into Michelangelo’s “secret room”

Trending Florence Nearby Tours Likely To Sell Out

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Walks In Europe.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 8 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.