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Medici Riccardi Palace Guided Tour

  • 31 reviews | 269 travellers
    Vannozza was great! We learned so much about the background history of the Medicis and Riccardis and their influence on Florence over the centuries. We actually saw more than we were expecting, because besides the palace itself she showed us several other nearby sites. We came away feeling completely satisfied.
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service starts
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service starts

Visit one of the most important buildings of the Renaissance with this Medici Riccardi Palace Guided Tour. You'll explore its main rooms to see how the most powerful family in Florence lived. 

Visit one of the most important buildings of the Renaissance with this Medici Riccardi Palace Guided Tour. You'll explore its main rooms to see how the most powerful family in Florence lived. 

Medici Riccardi Palace Guided Tour

At 11 am we'll meet outside the Medici Riccardi Palace. Are you ready to enter the home of the most powerful family of the Italian Renaissance? Let's go!

We'll enter the building and begin to tell you about its origins. Constructed by order of Cosimo de' Medici in the 15th century, the palace was the official residence of this family for over a hundred years, becoming a symbol of their power. In the 17th century, it passed into the hands of another noble saga, the Riccardi family, who added some baroque alterations to the monument.

During the visit, we'll look at the architectural details of the building and recall some scenes from the fictional series Medici: Lords of Florence. Peter the Gotoso, Lorenzo the Magnificent and other members of this family will be present throughout the tour. 

We'll visit the Chapel of the Magi, decorated with frescoes by Benozzo Bozzoli, see the residential rooms, walk through the tapestry room, admire the paintings by Luca Giordano... You'll fall in love with this location!

In addition, inside the palace, we'll visit a garden where the famous Michelangelo was initiated in the art of sculpture under the orders of one of Donatello's disciples, Bertoldo, a really important place for the History of Art!

The guided tour will end outside the Medici Riccardi Palace at 1 pm.

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Duration

2 hours.

Language The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

English–speaking guide

Médici Riccardi Palace entrance

When to book?

You can book up until 8 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • Printed material is avoided.
  • No single-use plastics are used.
  • The show represents local culture.
  • The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
  • The activity promotes local production.
  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Has a gender equality policy.
  • Has a carbon footprint offset policy.

Provider

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  • Made Of Tuscany

    Corporate name: MADE OF TUSCANY DI SUSANNA MANTOVANI

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

    A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

Médici Riccardi Palace

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