MEDICI CHAPELS

Your tour begins at the Medici Crypt where you get to uncover fascinating stories about the Medici family's lives, illnesses, and deaths. This historic crypt serves as the final resting place for Medici family members, offering insights into their lifestyles and the mysteries surrounding their demise. Michelangelo's New Sacristy Designed by Michelangelo, the Sagrestia Nuova is a 16th-century addition to the Basilica, created to honor members of the Medici family. Along the way, you’ll see how Michelangelo brilliantly combined architecture and sculpture to reflect his take on human existence. Although Michelangelo left the chapel unfinished in 1534, the work that remains is a testament to his genius. Chapel of the Princes: A grand mausoleum End with a visit to the Chapel of the Princes, a magnificent octagonal mausoleum decorated with stunning gemstones and exquisite marbles. Featuring a large dome, the chapel stands as a testament to the Medici family's wealth and influence.

Begin a captivating walk through a UNESCO World Heritage area, spanning a mile of unparalleled beauty adorned with breathtaking monuments and open-air masterpieces! Guided by a local expert guide, immerse yourself in the city's rich history, unveiling the tales of the influential Medici dynasty. This powerful family dedicated their wealth to the patronage of art, laying the groundwork for the Renaissance era. Uncover stories of intrigue, power struggles, and secrets, balanced by narratives of remarkable foresight. Traverse the same narrow streets, touch the stones that built their residences, and witness the grandeur of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, their initial dwelling in the San Lorenzo district. Visit their Church and mausoleum, the Medici Chapels, and marvel at the Cathedral with Brunelleschi’s Dome and the imposing Palazzo Vecchio on the stunning Piazza della Signoria. Continue your journey following externally the Vasari Corridor, an elevated passageway connecting the banks of the river Arno. Behold the beauty of the Ponte Vecchio and Santa Felicita Church, unveiling the secret corridor used by the Medici Grand Dukes to discreetly move between Palazzo Pitti and their offices in Palazzo Vecchio. Conclude your adventure at the majestic Pitti Palace, the final residence of the Medici, and explore on your own the enchanting Boboli Gardens. As a special treat, we offer you an exclusive entrance ticket to independently explore the Boboli Gardens, Porcelain Museum, and Bardini Gardens.

Book your entrance tickets to the Museum of the Medici Chapels. Admire the treasures of the noble family and visit the Chapel of the Princes and the Lorenese Crypt.

This tour with an expert local guide covers the highlights of Florence’s historic and artistic epicenter. Timeless masterpieces at Accademia Involve yourself in the splendors of the Accademia Gallery, where Michelangelo's masterpiece, the David, stands tall alongside other captivating works like I Prigioni and San Matteo. Witness the young Michelangelo's three-year journey to carve this iconic symbol of Renaissance beauty, a powerful testament to strength, courage, and the Florentine Republic's invincibility. Other unique artworks like Tree of Life by Pacino di Buonaguida are not to be missed. A Florentine stroll Explore the enchanting Medici district, home to the awe-inspiring palace, the ancient San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels, where the illustrious family found solace in their own monuments. Make your way to the Duomo Complex, where the Baptistery's ‘Gates of Paradise’, Brunelleschi's Dome, and Giotto's bell tower showcase Florence's architectural grandeur. Stroll through medieval streets, once trodden by Dante and Beatrice, and admire the unique Church of Orsanmichele, adorned with statues representing medieval trading guilds. Experience the charm of the Straw Market, and don't forget to give the famous porcellino (pig) a nose rub for good luck. Continue your journey across the romantic Ponte Vecchio, full of with sparkling jewelers, leading to the breathtaking Piazza Signoria. The majestic Palazzo Vecchio is truly to be marveled at, and its iconic Arnolfo tower, surrounded by an ‘open-air museum’ featuring the Fountain of Neptune, Michelangelo's David replica, and the Loggia dei Lanzi's ancient Roman statues.

Begin your exploration of the Medici neighborhood with this small-group guided tour, where you can visit the buildings that the famous Florentine family viewed every day with their own eyes: the majestic palace where they lived, the historic San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels, their mausoleum. The magnificent Duomo monumental complex is just a few meters away: the Baptistery with its golden "Porta del Paradiso," the Cathedral with the famed Brunelleschi Dome, and the exquisite Giotto bell tower. Stop to see the towering and distinctive Church of Orsanmichele, a masterpiece of Florentine Gothic art embellished with statues of the patron saints of the powerful medieval trading guilds. You'll also visit the charming Straw Market, where you can rub the famed "porcellino's" nose (pig). Check out Piazza Signoria, one of the world's most beautiful squares and the political hub of the city. In this "open-air museum," the magnificent Fountain of Neptune, with the imposing marble statue of Ammannati, and the sculptural treasures of the Loggia dei Lanzi, including Cellini's Perseus and Giambologna's Sabine Rape, will enchant you. The grand Palazzo Vecchio with Arnolfo's crenelated tower, one of Florence's most famous emblems, dominates the Piazza and may be admired in all its splendor. Many works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio, and others are on display in the afternoon. Botticelli's polished works, including the absolute masterpieces "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus," are housed in one of the Gallery's precious exhibition spaces. The museum's icon, the second image, depicts the goddess's metaphorical birth from sea foam and embodies the ideal of beauty as a manifestation of purity and spiritual quality, which is typical of Renaissance Neoplatonic aesthetics. Visit the Uffizi Terrace, where you can take in an incredible and unique view of the city's most famous landmarks.