IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE MEDICI
Start outside the Uffizi Galleries, built as administration offices and converted to a museum.
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Walk to the political heart of Florence, Piazza della Signoria, where the Medicis lived
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San Lorenzo Church and Medici Chapels, where many famous people, as well as Medici family members, have their final resting place.
Tour Description & Photos
DURATION
2 HOURS
TYPE OF TOUR
WALKING TOUR
VENUES
HISTORIC CENTRE OF
FLORENCE
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Interested in delving into the history of Florence's most influential family?
Embark on a journey to uncover the hidden tales of the Medici dynasty, who held sway over Florence for generations.
Explore their secrets, conflicts, and romances while visiting the grand palaces that once served as their residences. Witness the final resting place of the Medici family and marvel at the city's iconic landmarks.
Wander through the charming alleyways and listen to captivating anecdotes about the magnificent statues adorning Signoria square.
Led by a knowledgeable local historian, this immersive tour offers a unique perspective on Florence's rich past, providing insights that cannot be found in any book. Discover the legacy of this formidable Renaissance family firsthand and unearth more of their intriguing secrets on our In the Footsteps of the Medici tour.
THIS TOUR IS FOR YOU IF…
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You enjoy discovering the historical and political context to art and architecture
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You are interested in delving into the history of Florence's most influential family
LOGISTICS
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We will meet in the Piazzale degli Uffizi. Exact details will be in your confirmation email.
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This is a walking tour, so comfortable footwear is highly recommended. You will also need to ensure shoulders and knees are covered for the church and chapels.
PRICES
Prices do not include gratuities
Payment Type Accepted
FAQs
Does the weather affect the tours?
No. Barring Biblical-style floods, the tours continue rain or shine.
Will we be entering the Uffizi Galleries?
Not on this tour. We have a separate Uffizi tour, which we can tailor to learn about the family through the works they commissioned and collected.
Will we see Michelangelo’s David?
You will see a copy of Michelangelo’s David which stands outside the Palazzo Vecchio. When seen in context with the building and other works around it, it has even greater significance.
Will we enter the Palazzo Vecchio?
No, we do not enter any of the buildings. Instead, you are given an informed history of the Medici family, brought to life through the places they lived, worked and are laid to rest. We do have a separate Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria tour which includes a tour of the palace itself.
Will there be strangers on our tour?
No, this is a private tour with history brought alive by your local and knowledgeable guide.