Italy · Museum

2-Hour Palazzo Vecchio Tour in Florence with Medici History

2 Hours Round trip from P.za della Signoria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Palazzo Vecchio, one of the symbols of Florence
02 Trace Florence's history from the Guelphs and Ghibellines to Medici rule
03 Discover the hidden study of Francesco I
04 Explore the Hall of Geographical Maps and Vasari-decorated ducal apartments

Visit the Palazzo Vecchio Museum for an insight into the historical events of the 13th and 14th centuries. Explore this beautiful edifice, created by Arnolfo di Cambio, and discover its marvellous Renaissance and Romanesque architectural style on this 2-hour tour. Learn how the palace became one of the symbols of Florence and an important seat of power in the city's history.

Discover the hidden study of Francesco I or the Hall of Geographical Maps.

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 Yes

City Florence

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Explore Palazzo Vecchio and Florence's Political History

Visit Palazzo Vecchio, also known as Palazzo della Signoria, one of the symbols of Florence.
Discover the history of the museum, tracing the civil war between the Guelphs and Ghibellines in medieval times until the Medici family took over power in Florence.
Discover the hidden study of Francesco I or the Hall of Geographical Maps. With Cosimo de Medici, the palace rose to an era of splendour when Vasari decorated the ducal apartments.