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Medici Family Sites in Florence
The Medici family's powerful presence as rulers of Florence during the Renaissance stemmed from their wealth and influence, which shaped politics and art in the city and beyond. Here's how to best experience the legacy left behind by the Medicis.
Palazzo Vecchio
This extravagant palace is the former estate of the Medici family. Tours explain the history and significance of the dynasty that ruled Florence for three centuries.
How to Visit
The Palazzo can be viewed on both small-group and private tours, or as part of a Florence city walking tour.
Uffizi Gallery
As the finest collection of Florentine art and one of the most important museums in the world, Uffizi Gallery is a must-see site in Florence. The Medici family oversaw its construction in the 16th century.
How to Visit
Tours range from about one to three hours in length, with a variety of group size options. Due to the museum's popularity, it's recommended that you choose a tour with skip-the-line privileges.
Pitti Palace & Boboli Gardens
Another former home of the Medicis, Pitti Palace now holds an important collection of Renaissance art and hosts an extensive green space in the Boboli Gardens.
How to Visit
Choose a tour that combines the palace and the gardens, or opt for a palace-only tour for an in-depth look at the Pitti Palace's Palatine Gallery.
Medici Riccardi Palace
Designed by Michelozzo for the Medicis, this palace was later sold to the Riccardi family before being obtained by the Italian state to form a large part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center of Florence.
How to Visit
A visit to the palace is included in Renaissance-focused walking tours of Florence.
Basilica of San Lorenzo
Aside from its ties to Michelangelo, this massive church is also known as the final resting place of the Medici family. Their tombs are marked by sculptures from Michelangelo himself.
How to Visit
The Basilica is a stop on most Florence walking tours. Long lines are common, so consider a skip-the-line option to bypass the crowds.
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Semi-Private Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line
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Avoid the long lines at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence with this skip-the-line ticket and guided tour in a semi-private group of up to 9 people. Led by an expert art guide, you’ll head straight inside upon your arrival and discover the masterpieces of this expansive museum. See da Vinci’s ‘Annunciation’, Botticelli’s ‘Birth of Venus,’ and Michelangelo’s ‘Doni Tondo’ as your guide discusses their history and varying interpretations. Visit the rooftop terrace for a picturesque city view before concluding your tour.
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Florence Pitti Palace: Palatina Gallery Small Group Guided Tour
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Get an up-close look at works from Titian, Raphael and Rubens on this tour of Florence’s Palatine Gallery. Located inside the Pitti Palace, former home of the Medici rulers, you’ll skip the main entrance lines with your guide and head straight inside. Explore the elaborate interior of the gallery and the impressive paintings on display as you learn about how the Medici family came to amass their private collection. To ensure an intimate experience, numbers are limited to 15 on this small-group tour.
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Skip the Line: Small group Uffizi Masterclass by an Art Expert
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Immerse yourself in famous Florentine art with a skip-the-line tour of the Uffizi Gallery and an external tour of the Vasari Corridor, a once-secret passageway used by the Medici family. See masterpieces from Giotto, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Botticelli, and more as you follow your art expert guide through one of the world's most renowned museums.
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Skip the Line: Medici Chapels Ticket
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Get fast track access to the Medici Chapels in Florence with this skip-the-line entrance ticket. Breeze past the long lines and enjoy direct entry to this chapel, commissioned by the Medici family and constructed in the 16th century. Marvel at the allegorical sculptures by Michelangelo that decorate the two Medici tombs and the opulent decoration of the chapel's interior. This self-guided tour is flexible; you can explore at your own pace.
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Best of Florence & David by Michelangelo Semi Private Tour
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Skip the crowds and see the best of Florence on a guided walking tour with priority admission to the Accademia Gallery. Led by an expert guide, explore the architectural gems of the Renaissance city while learning about important Florentine figures, such as the poet Dante Alighieri and the Medici family. Afterward, skip the long lines at the Accademia and head straight inside to witness Michelangelo’s ‘David’, as well as other impressive works of art. This tour is limited to 8 people to keep the experience intimate.
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$106.27
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Florence Typical Dinner & Renaissance Music Concert in Oltrarno district
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The welcoming and intimate atmosphere of un' “Osteria” , located in the coolest district of Florence called “Oltrarno”, is embellished with countless works of art. Its authentic Tuscan cuisine with unique recipes, is inspired by tradition and made with passion.
A few steps from the Restaurant, talented performers exhibit in the intimate, old setting of the Anglican church of Saint Mark. This unique event will be a a journey in the Medici Florence, time in which music is transformed into the suggestive expression of feelings like love, joy, melancholy and passion. The musical notes of the pieces in the program are selected from the works of the greatest composers active in Italy in the Renaissance period, such as Monteverdi, Frescobaldi, Caccini. Unique concert with performance techniques and musical instruments of the 1500s and 1600s, accompanied by soprano voices. Absolutely not to be missed!
3 perfomers: Soprano – Harpsichord - Renaissance lute and theorbo
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Renaissance & Medieval Florence Walk with delicious gelato - 2 daily departures
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Explore the rich history and top attractions of Florence on a guided walking tour. Led by a local guide, hear about the rule of the influential Medici family during the Renaissance as you stroll through the neighborhood of San Lorenzo. Travel past the Medici Chapels, admire the iconic exterior of the Duomo, follow from the outside the entire path of the famous Vasari Corridor and see the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, now host to a hub of jewelry shops.
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