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Florence: Entrance Ticket to Pitti Palace

1. Florence: Entrance Ticket to Pitti Palace

Step inside Florence's Pitti Palace and explore the Palatine Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art with your priority ticket. Marvel at historic collections, such as the Treasury of the Grand Dukes and the Medici Collection. The original palazzo was built for the Pitti family in 1457, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi. Today, the lavish Renaissance palace hosts an extraordinary collection of art.  Admire some of the incredible works amassed by the Medicis during their rule. See works from Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, Pietro da Cortona and Rubens. From the windows, catch views of Brunelleschi’s Santo Spirito Basilica and the Boboli Gardens.  Explore some of the most important museums in Florence on your visit to the Pitti Palace. Visit the Palatine Gallery on the first floor and discover a broad collection of 16th and 17th-century paintings, and the Royal Apartments, containing furnishings from a remodeling done in the 19th century. Then, head to the second floor to see the Gallery of Modern Art and admire the fine collection of paintings and sculptures, mostly Italian, dating from the late 18th century to World War I. The elegant rooms, which were inhabited by the Lorraine grand dukes, are decorated with works of the neo-classical and romantic periods.

Florence: Pitti Palace, Boboli Garden, Palatine Gallery Tour

2. Florence: Pitti Palace, Boboli Garden, Palatine Gallery Tour

Start in the early morning and visit the grandiose courtyard of the Pitti Palace with your expert English-speaking guide. Then, you'll reach the "noble floor" (first floor) to discover the magic of the Palatine Gallery and its amazing collection of paintings, Renaissance and Neo-classic pieces of furniture with superb tops made with semi-precious stones, which gave fame to the Medici family all over Europe. Stuccoworks and frescoes on the ceilings, splendid paintings by Andrea del Sarto, Raffaello, Tiziano, Rubens, Van Dyck, and Caravaggio in unimaginably beautiful gilded frames will linger on in your memory. Never too crowded and so enjoyable even in the heat of the summertime, visit the Boboli Gardens in the early morning. One by one all the Grand Dukes of the Medici family will be stepping into the scene in a fabulous scenario. Continue exploring the oldest part of the Boboli Gardens and its enchanted Amphitheater, as well as its green spaces which have inspired major landscape architects of the world.

Florence: Uffizi Gallery Entry with 4 Attractions 5-Day Pass

3. Florence: Uffizi Gallery Entry with 4 Attractions 5-Day Pass

Book your admission to the most visited museum in the world with a skip-the-line entry ticket to the Uffizi Gallery. After, visit 4 other attractions — Pitti Palace, Boboli and Bardini Gardens, Archeological Museum, and Opificio delle Pietre Dure — anytime during the next 5 days. After collecting all your tickets at the activity provider's agency, enter the Uffizi Gallery without waiting in line. Once inside, discover the largest collection of Renaissance paintings in the world, which used to belong to the Medici family. starting with Giotto, you will meet all the masterpieces of the most important artists of the Renaissance. As you walk through the gallery’s 96 rooms, marvel at masterpieces by all of the most important artists of the Renaissance: Michelangelo, Raffaello, Caravaggio, Giotto, and more. Admire Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus" and "Spring," learn about the construction of the Vasari Corridor, and see for yourself why Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings are some of the most enigmatic works of art in the world. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to stop for a coffee or a cappuccino on the terrace that overlooks Piazza della Signoria and offers a splendid view of Brunelleschi’s dome. Stay inside the museum to wander around and keep exploring or come back later in the day as your ticket will be valid until the gallery’s closing time. As well as entry to the Uffizi Gallery, enjoy the chance to visit 4 more attractions within 5 days. Admire Pitti Palace, stroll through the Boboli and Bardini Gardens, travel back in time at the Archeological Museum, and discover semi-precious stones at Opificio delle Pietre Dure.

Florence: Pitti Palace and Palatina Gallery Ticket and Tour

4. Florence: Pitti Palace and Palatina Gallery Ticket and Tour

Explore one of the great treasures of the Renaissance, and see art by masters of European painting on a guided tour of the Palatine Gallery, Florence. Located in the former residence of the grand-dukes of Tuscany and later King of Italy, the museum is the 2nd most important Florentine painting gallery after the Uffizi Museum. Follow your guide to see masterpieces by renowned artists, such as Rubens and Caravaggio. Learn to appreciate the skills and techniques of artists like Tiziano and Raffaello. Works are shown on dividers between the fantastic rooms of the Renaissance palace, still decorated with extravagant frescoes and stucco work. Once the guided section of your tour is complete, feel free to stay and browse at leisure. See the Treasure of the Grandukes at Palazzo Pitti's ground floor and discover Italian art from the 18th and 20th centuries at the Galleria d'Arte Moderna on the top floor.

Florence: Uffizi, Pitti Palace & Boboli Garden 5 Day Tickets

5. Florence: Uffizi, Pitti Palace & Boboli Garden 5 Day Tickets

Explore the top sights of Florence with this combination entry ticket. Discover the Pitti Palace, see the iconic Birth of Venus at the Uffizi Gallery, and learn the history of Florence at the National Archaeological Museum of Florence. Begin your exploration by meeting a host in front of the Uffizi to pick up your reserved entrance ticket. After visiting the Uffizi, you will have five days to see the rest of the sights. Start with a visit to the Uffizi Gallery, home to iconic paintings from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. See Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus,” Caravaggio's "Medusa," and works from Michelangelo. Marvel at the invaluable collection of ancient Roman statues that adorns the corridors. Next, discover Pitti Palace and its Palatine Gallery. Admire masterpieces of famous painters, including Caravaggio, Botticelli, Rubens, and Titians. Then, visit the Royal Apartments, where the Medici Family, The Grand Dukes of Tuscany, and the Italian Royal Family lived.  Take in the relaxing atmosphere and luxury of the Boboli Gardens and get a sense of the privilege and power enjoyed by the Medici family before heading to the Opificio Delle Pietre Dure Museum to learn about Florence's rich history of culture. Finish with a visit to the immense National Archeological Museum of Florence and see ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Florence: Firenze Card Official Museum City Pass

6. Florence: Firenze Card Official Museum City Pass

Purchase the FirenzeCard and secure yourself access to all of Florence's 60 museums with a single pass. See the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, and many others, and also benefit from exclusive discounts at selected shops and restaurants. Avoid paying entrance fees with a card that includes priority entry to the city's museums including to exhibitions which usually incur an additional fee. Bring your kids for free, with under-18s gaining access when accompanied by a cardholder. Witness masterworks at venues like the Uffizi, Accademia, and the Brancacci Chapels. Book your timeslot to beat the crowds and secure access to these famous venues and many more.

Florence: Pitti Palace Entry Ticket and Guided Walking Tour

7. Florence: Pitti Palace Entry Ticket and Guided Walking Tour

Take a guided tour of the Pitti Palace, built in the second half of the 15th-century. Discover the Palatine Gallery, the Royal Apartments, and the art collection of the Medici family, and learn about the history of the site. With your guide, first visit the Palatine Gallery to admire some masterpieces of famous painters including Caravaggio, Botticelli, Rubens, and Titians. Then, visit the Royal Apartments, where the Medici Family, The Grand Dukes of Tuscany, and the Italian Royal Family lived.  After the guided visit you can visit the Boboli Gardens at your leisure. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and opulence of the gardens and get a sense of the privilege and power enjoyed by the Medici family in centuries past.

Florence: Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens Private Tour

8. Florence: Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens Private Tour

Meet your guide at Pitti Palace, then head inside for your private tour. Start off with an introduction to the famous Medici Family and the Pitti Family. Learn about their historical influence on Florence and what their lives here would have been like. Follow your guide around the palace, which is similar to an open museum. Walk in the footsteps of grand dukes, and admire the richly decorated interior. Highlights of the tour include the Palatine Gallery, the Royal Apartments, the Gallery of Modern Art, and the Museum of Fashion and Costume. At the end of the tour, receive your priority entry ticket to the Boboli Gardens. Finally, explore the gardens at your own leisure, and marvel at the Renaissance statues and carved fountains.  

Florence: Palatina Gallery & Pitti Palace Guided Tour

9. Florence: Palatina Gallery & Pitti Palace Guided Tour

Enjoy a guided tour inside this marvelous Renaissance Palace, which was built during the 15th century. It was then bought by the Medici Family and became their glorious residence. With an expert guide, discover the Palatine Gallery and the Royal Apartments. The Palatine is the main gallery inside the Palace and it contains around 500 Renaissance paintings. It was the private collection of the Medici family. There are 28 rooms and inside their last sumptuous residence, you can still admire remarkable masterpieces by Botticelli, Titian, Rubens, Caravaggio, and many other Italian and European painters from the 15th to the 17th century. 

Florence: Medici’s Mile Walking Tour & Pitti Palace Entrance

10. Florence: Medici’s Mile Walking Tour & Pitti Palace Entrance

Led by a local guide, explore the most important sights of Florence and retrace the fascinating history of the Medici dynasty. Get priority entry to one of Florence’s biggest museums and admire the Palatine Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art. Begin with the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, their first residence in the San Lorenzo district, where you can find their Church and mausoleum: Medici Chapels. A few steps away, reach the magnificent Cathedral, with its imposing Brunelleschi’s Dome and the stunning Palazzo Vecchio, their second residence, which dominates the marvelous Piazza della Signoria. Follow from the outside the path of the Vasari Corridor, a secret and comfortable corridor used by the Medici Grand Dukes of Tuscany, to move between the Palazzo Pitti and their offices located inside the Palazzo Vecchio, without being seen by the citizens. Finally, arrive at the majestic Pitti Palace, which hides the marvelous Boboli Gardens, is the last Florentine residence of the Medici and is also the last stage of your incredible journey into the art and history of a city unique in the world. After the walking tour, you'll use your entrance ticket to Pitti Palace to visit your own Palatine Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, the Museum of Fashion and Costume, Treasure of the Grand Dukes.

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Our guide was excellent and passionate for the history of the Pitti Palace. He brought the paintings to life with unique stories of their history and what the painter was portraying. It was one of the best tour guides we have ever experienced. We would definitely recommend him for the Pitti Palace Tour in Florence Italy.

Great experience! So organized and well planned. Perfect time on gondola. Claudia the tour guide at the beginning was the best! So sweet and informative. I really loved her energy.

Our guide Camilla made all the difference!! She was Amazing!!! The Palace is so beautiful and the gardens too. Highly recomend!!

Our guide was great which makes all the difference during a tour. She was very knowledgeable and excited to show us the Palace.

Easy to schedule, easy to find meetup location, punctual guide.