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Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour

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Guided tour
Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour
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Top rated
4.815126 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.815126 out of 5 stars
1071 reviews

Discover Palazzo Vecchio, the town hall of Florence, with a guided tour. Explore Medici's Palace, and hear stories, legends, and about its extensive historical significance.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Italian, English, Spanish, French
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Kaye – United States

Unexpected jewel, as I had seen some before, but there is so much to the palace! Excellent guide and skip-the-line saved lots of time. Excellent guide! 👍

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Hong – Germany

We are incredibly grateful to Rossella for her engaging and fun introduction to Palazzo Vecchio. She brought history to life with such enthusiasm and charm that even the kids were fully captivated and had a great time listening. It was an experience that was both educational and thoroughly enjoyable Rossela was absolutely fantastic!

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Highlights

  • Uncover the extensive historical significance of the Palazzo Vecchio
  • Discover the influence of Medici family during the Renaissance era
  • Marvel at the imposing Salone dei Cinquecento, as well as the various chambers and passages of the palace

Full description

Palazzo Vecchio was the home of Medici family, and an important site of the Renaissance. Renowned as the main symbol of civil power of Florence, learn more about the vast history of the palace with a 90-minute guided tour. 

See the "Salone dei Cinquecento”, the Hall which is the largest and most important room in terms of artistic and historical value inside the palace.
Marvel at paneled ceilings, large wall frescoes, golden decorations, and imposing sculptures.
Explore the second floor of the palace, featuring the elegant Apartments of the Elements, the Apartments of Eleonora of Toledo, and the original Hall of Priors, along with many small chambers and a chapel frescoed by Bronzino.

Includes

  • Certified tour guide
  • Entrance tickets to Palazzo Vecchio
  • Small group tour
  • Admission to the Tower (separate ticket)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Latecomers will NOT be accepted. Piazza della Signoria (behind the Neptune fountain). You will meet your guide at the back of the fountain statue. You will find a small public fountain. The Neptune fountain is close to the bronze statue of the man on horseback. Look for the guide on the left side of Palazzo Vecchio building, behind the Neptune. Pay attention to the sheet or to the PURPLE FLAG that says HIDDEN EXPERIENCES!

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Backpacks

Know before you go

  • Backpacks and large bags will need to be left at the cloakroom
  • Palazzo Vecchio is an active political site. Due to unforeseen institutional events, access to Salone dei Cinquecento is not guaranteed. During the visit, it may only be possible to overlook the Hall from the first floor

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based on 1071 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Kaye – United StatesMay 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Unexpected jewel, as I had seen some before, but there is so much to the palace! Excellent guide and skip-the-line saved lots of time. Excellent guide! 👍
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Hong – GermanyApril 20, 2025 – Verified booking
We are incredibly grateful to Rossella for her engaging and fun introduction to Palazzo Vecchio. She brought history to life with such enthusiasm and charm that even the kids were fully captivated and had a great time listening. It was an experience that was both educational and thoroughly enjoyable Rossela was absolutely fantastic!
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Ash – CanadaApril 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Lovely tour!! Palazzo Vecchio is unbelievably amazing. Our guide Sara was excellent and gave us all the information of the palace and its residents and the renaissance time period. Highly recommend this tour and if possible Sara as your guide.

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