Palazzo Davanzati Attractions & Things to do

Embark on an exclusive Florence exploration with a golf cart tour—a seamless and immersive way to uncover the city's treasures. Unlike traditional walks, this offers the advantage of covering more ground without navigating bustling streets. The open-air design provides a unique perspective, letting you truly capture Florence's essence.

What makes this tour exceptional is its flexibility. Tailored to diverse interests—be it history, cultural gems, or scenic beauty. Guided by experts and with easy transportation, a Florence golf cart tour ensures a delightful, personalized, and unforgettable exploration of this eternal city.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

Ever wondered who wielded the real power behind Florence's Renaissance splendour? Unleash the secrets of the city's grandeur on this self-guided walking tour led by Context Travel expert Siro Chini.

Beyond the artistic brilliance of Donatello, Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo lies the captivating narrative of influential families like the Medicis. Discover how these dynasties, armed with economic and political might, shaped Florence and Tuscany for centuries, laying the foundation for the Renaissance. Embark on a journey where the streets echo the tales of ambition, power, and the indelible legacy of Florence's formidable families.

Stroll through medieval streets and explore historic landmarks like Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John, and Piazza della Signoria. Learn about Cosimo de’ Medici, Brunelleschi's dome, and the Uffizi Gallery.

Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
Duration: 75 to 90 minutes.

Embark on a distinctive exploration of Florence with a golf cart tour, a convenient and immersive way to discover the city's treasures. Unlike traditional walking tours, this offers the advantage of covering more ground in less time without navigating the bustling streets on foot. The open-air design of the golf carts provides a unique perspective, allowing you to soak in the sights and sounds, genuinely capturing Florence's essence.

What sets this tour apart is its flexibility. It can be tailored to cater to diverse interests—whether delving into history, soaking in cultural gems, or simply relishing the city's scenic beauty. With knowledgeable guides at the helm and the convenience of easy transportation, a Florence golf cart tour promises a delightful, personalized, and unforgettable exploration of this eternal city.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

Indulge in the epitome of Florence's charm with our exclusive Golf Cart Tour—an immersive journey that transcends traditional exploration. Glide through historic streets effortlessly, covering more ground than on foot, and absorb the city's essence in the open-air luxury of our golf carts.

What sets our tour apart is its versatility. Whether you crave history, cultural richness, or breathtaking scenery, our expert guides tailor the experience to your interests. With seamless transportation, personalized attention, and an unforgettable adventure guaranteed, make your Florence exploration exceptional with our Eco-Luxury Golf Cart Tour—where every moment is crafted for an everlasting connection with this timeless city.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

During the Florence in a day tour, we will take you to all the highlights of this beautiful city. Florence is well known as the “heart” of the Italian Renaissance, with its famous museums like the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia and many other lesser-known palaces with unique artworks. Step into the world of Renaissance art and get amazed by the stories behind these masterpieces and the masters who created them.
Duration: 7 hours.

Whatever you dream about the Renaissance Domestic life is cointained inside Palazzo Davanzati.

It is a house of the 14th Century where you can experience the every day life of the Renaissance: the rooms, the kitchen, the toilets. Original frescoes and furniture.

A tour of one hour discovery of life of the wealthy Florentine families in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. It is a way back to experience the traditions of ancient merchants, the echoes of home life and marriage taking place in a noble Gothic and Renaissance house.
Duration: 1 hour.

Soak up Florence ‘s must-see sights on this complete half-day tour of the Medieval city. The tour begins with your expert local guide leading you to the Medieval district of Dante where you will admire his house, a museum devoted to the great poet, S. Margherita dei Cerchi Church, where his Muse – Beatrice Portinari – is buried. Then the tour continues to the Bargello, a former barrack and prison now an art museum, housing mainly sculptures by great artists of Renaissance period. In the same district you can also admire some very ancient Tower Houses , dating back to the time of the struggles between Guelfs and Ghibellines. Other highlights of the tour are Signoria Square dominated by the massive Palazzo Vecchio and by the beautiful Loggia dei Lanzi . We then reach Palazzo Davanzati, a typical residence of a rich family still preserving its original Medieval atmosphere.
Duration: 3 hours.

See the hidden highlights of remarkable Renaissance Florence, on this Florence private tour. Go behind closed doors and see the palaces where Florence’s Princes made the city the most important in the Mediterranean.

Enter the medieval Palazzo Davanzati, the sumptuous Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, and the iconic Palazzo Vecchio. Before the tour begins, your expert guide will meet you at your hotel, and gladly customize any itinerary to your interests.

Enjoy the treasures of one of Florence’s only surviving medieval palaces in Palazzo Davanzati, including a room decorated with hundreds of colored parrots. Discover the riches of the powerful Medici family in the Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, including an astonishing Baroque gallery.

Finally, enter the iconic Palazzo Vecchio; once the seat of all Florentine power. Admire artwork by Raphael, Da Vinci and Michelangelo, inside its vaulted walls.

Duration: 3 hours.

Get a revealing look at the hidden history of Florence as you stroll down its alleyways on a two hours and fifteen minutes guided walking tour. Follow your knowledgeable guide on foot to the famous piazzas in the city center, including the Piazza della Reppublica and Piazza del Duomo. You’ll hear tales from the Renaissance city’s murky past—one scandal at a time! Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

Discover Florence’s curious yet charming Oltrarno neighborhood on a sunset stroll with a guide. Set on the lesser-visited side of the River Arno, the historic quarter boasts artisan shops and lively piazzas, as well as some sinister secrets. During a 2-hour tour, you’ll find places linked to Machiavelli and Michelangelo, hear quirky facts about medieval Florence, and finish with an aperitivo in a traditional bar.
Duration: 2 hours.

Discover how this extraordinary art gallery has not only some of the greatest works of art in Florence, but in the entire world. You will learn about and witness some of the great protagonists in Italian Art. You will see all of the great masters such as Giotto, Botticelli, Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Titian, Caravaggio and much more. An expert personal guide will create a context for you in which you can understand how the Medici, a prominent banking family, created a space to use as “offices” for their record keeping and hold their artistic commissions become the most significant site to see in Florence. Taking a private tour of the Uffizi Galleries with Through Eternity Tours will create an experience that will be a perfect foundation to see any other art collection in the world for everyone in your family.
Duration: 4 hours.

Hear the origin story of the House of Gucci and explore the history of Italian fashion in Florence. Learn about the living legacy and controversies of top designers such as Gucci, Ferragamo, Pucci and Cavalli. See the Gucci Garden, Palazzo Pitti and more.

Highlights:

• Discover the exciting and controversial world of Italian fashion with a 5-Star Expert Guide
• Step back in time and get to know the history of Florence as a fashion capital
• Follow your guide as you stroll down cobbled streets lined with trendy boutiques
• See the iconic Gucci Garden Boutique and admire its luxurious shopfront
• Learn about the Italian Fashion exhibit held at the Costume Gallery of the Pitti Palace

What led to the murder of Maurizio Gucci, the grandson of Guccio Gucci? Learn this and other interesting and controversial facts about top Italian designers from Florence on our fashion-themed walking tour! Discover flagship stores of popular Italian brands.
Duration: 2 hours.

We offer entry tickets for the Bargello Museum that provide access to its exceptional collection of art and artifacts from the Renaissance and medieval periods. With your entry ticket, you can explore the museum's stunning exhibitions, including masterpieces of sculpture, decorative arts, and armor.

In addition to the Bargello Museum, your entry ticket also grants access to other museums such as Medici Chapels, Davanzati Palace, Orsanmichele, Casa Martelli. With their rich history and extraordinary collections, these places are must-see destinations for anyone interested in Italian Renaissance art and culture.

N.B. Casa Martelli is open only on Tuesdays (from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM) and Saturdays (from 9:00 AM to 1:50 PM).
Duration: 1 to 3 days.