Walking Tour : The History of the Medici Family in Florence

Walking Tour : The History of the Medici Family in Florence

By Regina City Tour (FI)

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2h
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Overview

Immerse yourself in the history of the powerful Medici family on a walking tour in the heart of Florence. Learn how this dynasty shaped the Renaissance through art, architecture and politics. An expert Guide will take you through the emblematic places, revealing curiosities about iconic figures such as Cosimo the Elder and Lorenzo the Magnificent. Stroll through historic squares, palaces and churches, and learn about the fascinating stories that have marked the city.

Visit the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the first residence of the Medici family
Discover the Basilica of San Lorenzo and the Medici Chapels decorated DA Michelangelo
Admire the Renaissance masterpieces of the Duomo Complex
Explore Piazza della Signoria, the centre of Florentine political power

Activity location

Palazzo Medici Riccardi
- Via Camillo Cavour 1-3,
- 50129, Florence, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Medici Riccardi Palace
- 3 Via Camillo Cavour
- 50129, Firenze, Toscana, Italy

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Walking Tour : The History of the Medici Family in Florence

2h
English

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Price details

€79.00 x 5 Adults€395.00

Total

Until Thu, 19 Mar

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Palazzo Medici Riccardi

15m

First residence of the Medici, symbol of their nascent power. Built DA Michelozzo for Cosimo the Elder, it houses the famous Chapel of the Magi.

Cappelle Medicee

15m

The family church and burial place of the Medici, decorated DA Michelangelo in the New Sacristy. Please note: View from the outside

Piazza del Duomo

15m

Brunelleschi Cathedral, Baptistery and Dome, financed and supported by the Medici as a symbol of Florentine genius.

Piazza della Repubblica

15m

Ancient area of the Old Point of Sale, linked to the commercial and banking Florence that made the Medici rich.

Piazza della Signoria

15m

Centre of political power, where the Medici transformed Palazzo Vecchio into a ducal residence.

Corridoio Vasariano

15m

DA Vasari built an elevated passage to connect Palazzo Vecchio to Palazzo Pitti, symbol of the Medici's discreet power. Please note: View from the outside

Church of Santa Felicita

15m

End point of the Vasari Corridor, with the private DA loggia where the Medici attended Mass.

Location

Activity location

Palazzo Medici Riccardi
- Via Camillo Cavour 1-3,
- 50129, Florence, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Medici Riccardi Palace
- 3 Via Camillo Cavour
- 50129, Firenze, Toscana, Italy

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