Florence: The Medici Family Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG397571-722292
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Learn about the Medici Family’s influence on art and culture in Florence. Visit impressive buildings associated with the family such as the Basilica di San Lorenzo, Palazzo Medici Riccardi, and more.
Known for influencing and promoting the arts, the Medici were one of the most powerful families in Florence. On this guided walking tour, you’ll learn about the family’s historical power as you admire the cultural and architectural stamp they left on Florence.
Your first stop is the Palazzo Medici Riccardi. Commissioned by Cosimo the Elder in 1444, the impressive building was built to be the familial home. Continue to Basilica di San Lorenzo, the oldest documented religious building in Florence.
Your tour continues to other landmarks commissioned or influenced by the Medici family, such as the Cappelle Medicee, Piazza di Madonna Degli Aldobrandini, and Piazza Della Santissima Annunziata.
Admire the Piazza della Signoria and learn about the building’s diverse history. Finish your tour at Palazzo Pitti. Purchased in 1550 to be the new Grand Ducal residence, the building symbolizes the Medici’s power over Tuscany.
Highlights
- Visit some of the most important sites in Florence
- Learn about Medici family and their artistic influence
- Discover history, art and Florentine culture
- See the Palazzo Medici Riccardi and Basilica di San Lorenzo
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine
This tour does not enter any of the buildings listed
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
Please meet at Via Camillo Cavour 21R. Look for the letter "r" after the number.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
