Italy · Walking Tours

2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Prato with Medieval Landmarks

2 Hours Round trip from 59100 Prato Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the Cathedral square with its imposing marble decoration and visit the Duomo
02 Marvel at the Castle of the Emperor, the last remaining example of Suevian architecture
03 Understand how the Medici family is linked to the Church of Santa Maria delle Carceri
04 See the statue of Datini, the medieval figure who revolutionized banking in Italy
05 Visit the Palazzo Pretorio Museum for art and sculptures from the Middle Ages to the 19th century

Explore the well-preserved historic center of Prato on a private walking tour through its cobbled medieval streets. Begin at the impressive Duomo Cathedral to admire its intricate marble decoration and Donatello's remarkable pulpit, then continue along the main street to Town Hall Square, the statue of Datini, and the Palazzo Pretorio Museum. Along the way, discover a 13th-century house-tower that reveals daily medieval life, the last remaining example of Suevian architecture at the Castle of the Emperor, and the Medici connections at Santa Maria delle Carceri.

The tour begins at the grand Duomo of Prato, where you'll walk around Cathedral Square and admire its impressive marble decoration, including the unique Pulpit of Donatello, created by the highly skilled Renaissance sculptor.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Prato

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Prato Cathedral, Medieval Streets and the Castle of the Emperor

The tour begins at the grand Duomo of Prato, where you'll walk around Cathedral Square and admire its impressive marble decoration, including the unique Pulpit of Donatello, created by the highly skilled Renaissance sculptor.
After visiting Town Hall Square, you'll see the statue of Datini, a key figure of the Middle Ages who revolutionized banking in Italy, and the Palazzo Pretorio Museum, which displays art and sculptures from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
Next, visit a well-preserved 13th-century house-tower to learn about daily life during the medieval period.
Marvel at the last remaining example of Suevian architecture at the Castle of the Emperor, and discover the connections to the renowned Medici family at the stunning church of Santa Maria delle Carceri.
The tour concludes at the beautiful brick church of St. Francis, dating back to 1282.