Medici Tour in Florence
At a glance
Medici Tour in Florence is a 2h small-group experience in Florence, Italy, operated by MAGELLINE. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $154.96 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Guide services.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Relive the story of the family that managed to become the symbol of a city, facing countless obstacles, betrayals and victories. Explore the most symbolic places of the Medici family in Florence, the most famous city of the Renaissance.
See where many of the scenes from the tv series “THE MEDICI” took place.
Uncover the true essence of the main characters of the Medici Family, Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder or Piero the Unfortunate. But also explore the amazing palaces of enemy families like the Strozzi, Albizi, and Pazzi.
Together we will visit the Palazzo Medici, a famous architectural work of the fifteenth century and the beautiful Chapel of the Magi, which was painted by Benozzo Gozzoli. We will also visit a secret place where the genius Michelangelo learned to sculpt, under the shadow of one of Donatello’s pupils, the Bertoldo.
What's included
What's included
- Guide services
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
The first Medici palace, the home of Cosimo the Elder & Lorenzo the Magnificent & the workplace of artists of the calibre of Donatello, Michelangelo, Paolo Uccello, Benozzo Gozzoli and Botticelli. The Renaissance house… where it all began.
Towards 1444 Cosimo the Eldest, the patriarch of the Medici family, commissioned to Michelozzo a palace to be built in via Larga (now via Cavour), close to the church of San Lorenzo: the palace is the first Renaissance building erected in Florence.
Characterised by clearly delineated and rusticated floors & a huge cornice crowning the roofline, the palace stands out for the arched windows arranged along its front & the partially closed loggia on the corner of the building. In 1517 the original building was altered by closing the loggia & adding the two "kneeling" windows according to Michelangelo's project.
The palace continued to be inhabited by the lesser members of the family until 1659, when Ferdinando II sold it to the Riccardi marquises.
Meeting point
We will meet you in front of the main door of Medici Palace, 15 minutes before the tour starting time with the following sign "THE MEDICIS GROUP TOUR: Lorenzo The Magnificent, The Dynasty, The Palace and the TV Series".
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The guide service may be provided in two languages.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Medici Tour in Florence take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $154.96 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Guide services.
Where does it start?
We will meet you in front of the main door of Medici Palace, 15 minutes before the tour starting time with the following sign "THE MEDICIS GROUP TOUR: Lorenzo The Magnificent, The Dynasty, The Palace and the TV Series".
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
