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Explore Palazzo Vecchio: Florence's Historic Masterpiece

Step into the heart of Renaissance Florence and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Palazzo Vecchio. As the historic seat of power, this iconic landmark offers an unparalleled journey through art and history. Explore breathtaking halls filled with masterpiece paintings, discover the legacy of the Medici family, and marvel at stunning architecture. Whether you choose a guided museum tour, a private walking tour, or a self-guided exploration, you will encounter the very soul of Italy. Book your Florence adventure today to experience world-class art and legendary historical sites that define the Tuscan spirit.

4.7/5 avg ratingTours from $21158 unique experiencesSkip-the-line available

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Rating

Rating

4.71★ average

Based on 38,894 pooled reviews with ~93% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$52–$269 typical

Median price is $112, with a wide range from $21 to $779

Tour Length

Tour Length

2 hours median

Typical durations range from 1.4 to 8 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Walking & Cultural

61% are walking tours and 95% focus on cultural themes

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

69% free cancellation

76% of options offer instant confirmation

Best Value

Best Value

Historical Tours

Averages 4.73★ at $112, meeting or exceeding overall quality

182 Products

The Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales

The Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.95 (11,527 reviews)
97.39%
2.61%
interesting tourrecommendAwesome
Viator
$4
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The Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales
Summary

This tour is the best walking tour that you can ever have in Florence. It is a great introduction to the city for both first-timers as well as returners. It covers the main attractions of the city and also the hidden gems that are well and truly "off the beaten track" and gives you facts you wouldn'...

Inclusions
  • Licensed Guide
Itinerary
  • Basilica di San Lorenzo
  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi
  • Battistero Di San Giovanni
  • Duomo
  • Campanile di Giotto
  • Cupola Del Brunelleschi
  • Museo Casa di Dante
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This tour is made possible only thanks to your donations. We offer the tour in this way because we are confident in the quality of what we are providing. At the end of the tour, you will decide the appropriate amount to compensate for the expertise and professionalism of the guide who accompanied you. The only form of compensation for the guide is what you choose to donate.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Semi private Florence Highlights walking tour with David

Semi private Florence Highlights walking tour with David

3 hrsSkip the lineEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.79 (1,171 reviews)
90.86%
9.14%
greatGreat tourPerfect tour guide
Viator
$152
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Semi private Florence Highlights walking tour with David
Summary

Make the most of your time in Florence with a small group walking tour that covers all the must-see highlights in just a few hours. Led by an expert licensed guide, this experience is perfect for first-time visitors who want a clear, engaging introduction to the city—without the stress of planning e...

Inclusions
  • Licensed professional guide with engaging storytelling
  • Skip the line ticket to the Accademia
  • Headsets for group with more than 7 persons
  • Ideal introduction for first-time visitors
  • Carefully planned itinerary to maximize your time
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance in the Cathedral/Dome
Itinerary
  • Piazza Della Repubblica
  • Palazzo Strozzi
  • Via de' Tornabuoni
  • Ponte Santa Trinita
  • Oltrarno
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Battistero Di San Giovanni
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered the alternative of a private tour upgrade, or an alternative date or full refund, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements, Kids under 18yrs old are required to show their passport in order to have reduced tickets. In case they do not any documents showing their age, they must pay the difference for the adult's fee of 12€ on the spot, Entrance inside the Cathedral /Dome is not included in the itinerary. The tour will only involve the Cathedral complex from outdoor and the surrounding area, NO REFUND IS DUE FOR Illness, strikes, flight delays, mechanical issues, trains delays, train or ferry cancellations and all the other events that go beyond our company's control. For all the above mentioned case, we strongly recommend customers to purchase a travel insurance and thoroughly review its inclusions and conditions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour

Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour

1.5 hrs
4.77 (1,356 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$50$63
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Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour
Summary

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.

Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

3.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.71 (1,755 reviews)
88.09%
11.91%
outstandingGreat tourwonderful guide
Viator
$69
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Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo
Summary

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. Afterwards your guide takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo'...

Inclusions
  • Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Small group of 18 people or fewer
  • Skip-the-Line ticket to the Florence Duomo
  • Expertly guided walking tour of Florence (Best of Florence tour only)
  • Skip-the-line Florence Duomo climb (if option selected)
  • Exclusive access to Duomo North Terrace (if option selected)
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Itinerary
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Mercato del Porcellino
  • Piazza della Repubblica
  • Ponte Vecchio
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements., We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour., We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour., On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside. Additionally, entry will not be possible on exceptional days when the Cathedral is closed for liturgical ceremonies or special Duomo holidays; in those cases, your guide will provide the explanation from outside as well., Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry., Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral., Please Note: This tour includes a VIP David & Duomo option, featuring a visit to the North Terrace and a Dome Climb. The Dome Climb is only available to guests aged 7 and older. Please take a moment to choose the option that best suits your interests., During Christmas, Easter periods, and liturgical celebrations, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Palazzo Vecchio: Skip-the-Line Entry and Secret Passage Tour

Palazzo Vecchio: Skip-the-Line Entry and Secret Passage Tour

1.3 hrsSkip the line
4.71 (1,229 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$36
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Palazzo Vecchio: Skip-the-Line Entry and Secret Passage Tour
Summary

Go behind the scenes to see masterpieces by celebrated artists of the Renaissance and the secret rooms of the Medici Family. Discover some not oft-visited destinations in the Palazzo Vecchio on a guided secret passages tour.

The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group

The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group

1.8 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.95 (617 reviews)
97.95%
2.05%
FantasticGreat Tourrecommend
Viator
$58
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The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group
Summary

This tour is the best walking tour that you can ever have in Florence. It is a great introduction to the city for both first-timers as well as returners. It covers the main attractions of the city and gives you facts you wouldn't know or notice walking around by yourself. You will not be involved i...

Inclusions
  • Small group
  • Licensed tour guide
  • whisper system
Exclusions
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
  • Basilica di San Lorenzo
  • Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana
  • Cappelle Medicee
  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Battistero Di San Giovanni
  • Cupola Del Brunelleschi
  • Campanile di Giotto
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Palazzo Pitti
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour

Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour

1.3 hrs
4.7 (762 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$36
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Florence: Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour
Summary

Explore Palazzo Vecchio, an ancient symbol of civic power in Florence, on a guided tour. Learn about the rich history of this important structure that became the residence of the Medici family and admire its magnificent works of art.

Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour

Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour

3 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.48 (2,029 reviews)
81.35%
18.65%
excellentGreat tourwonderful guide
Viator
$51
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Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour
Summary

Explore Florence’s masterpieces and landmarks in one day with an expert English-speaking guide. Visit iconic sites, including the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi Gallery, home to Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and more. This small-group tour i...

Inclusions
  • Free time between the two tours (if your tour includes the 'Accademia & Uffizi Galleries')
  • Guided city walking tour and Florence Cathedral from the outside (if 'Walking Tour' option selected)
  • Timed entry ticket to Accademia Gallery
  • Guided tour of Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's David
  • Uffizi Gallery Reserved Entry & Guided Tour (if option selected)
Exclusions
  • Access to the Florence Duomo
Itinerary
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Piazza Del Duomo
  • Piazza della Signoria
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, If your tour includes the Accademia & Uffizi Galleries, please note that, depending on the time selected, there will be approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours of free time between the two visits. Make sure to check with your guide the meeting time for the second part of your tour., Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Uffizi Gallery., Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction., Entrance in Uffizi Gallery is €29 - €32
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Florence Tour: 3-Hour Walking Tour with a Licenced Guide

Private Florence Tour: 3-Hour Walking Tour with a Licenced Guide

3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.98 (235 reviews)
98.56%
1.44%
Greatloved the tourknowledgeable
Viator
$223
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Private Florence Tour: 3-Hour Walking Tour with a Licenced Guide
Summary

Discover the city’s highlights and its most fascinating monuments, learn the secrets of Florence in a fun walking tour with a professional tour guide. Explore the historic centre of Florence, walk the streets that inspired Dante, discover the story about Michelangelo’s David and learn how the bigges...

Inclusions
  • Free entrance to the Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella
  • Licenced tour guide
Itinerary
  • Santa Maria Novella
  • Officina Profumo Farmaceutica Di Santa Maria Novella
  • Palazzo Antinori
  • Cappelle Medicee
  • San Lorenzo
  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi
  • Battistero Di San Giovanni
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Museo Casa di Dante
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Ponte Vecchio
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: Florence Small Group Tour

Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: Florence Small Group Tour

1.8 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.97 (210 reviews)
98.08%
1.92%
amazinghighly recommendBest tour guide
Viator
$116
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Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: Florence Small Group Tour
Summary

Discover the Medici's story with a walk through the most important streets and palaces. On this tour we deal with the rise of the Medici family and the relationship between political power and art. You will discover how it was possible that this family could govern in Florence for over three centuri...

Inclusions
  • Small group
  • Licensed tour guide
  • whisper system
Exclusions
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
  • Basilica di San Lorenzo
  • Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana
  • Cappelle Medicee
  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Battistero Di San Giovanni
  • Cupola Del Brunelleschi
  • Campanile di Giotto
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Palazzo Pitti
  • Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Nearly half of the options we compare (49%, or 119 listings) across booking platforms are private tours, which is unusually high for a single landmark. Travellers choose private tours here because they offer flexibility to explore at your own pace, skip sections that don't interest you, and ask a guide questions without time pressure. The pooled reviews consistently praise knowledgeable guides and the quality of the experience, which suggests private guides are a strong draw for visitors who want a more tailored visit.

Prices across the options we compare range widely, from around $12 to $647, with most falling between $50 and $262. The median price is $113. This spread reflects the variety of experiences available: basic skip-the-line tickets sit at the lower end, while longer guided tours, private guides, and combo experiences with other Florence attractions cost more. Most options offer instant confirmation (82% of listings), so you can book and know immediately if your time slot is secured.

Booking ahead is worth it. About 9% of the options we compare are flagged as likely to sell out, and with 82% offering instant confirmation, you can lock in your preferred time slot right away. Additionally, 69% of the options we compare offer free cancellation, so there's little risk in booking early. This flexibility means you can secure your visit without worrying about availability, especially during peak season.

Yes, but they're not the majority of what's available. 16% of the options we compare (38 listings) include skip-the-line access, which lets you bypass queues and head straight inside. These tend to cost more than standard entry, but if you're short on time or visiting during busy hours, they can be worth the premium. The rest of the options we compare are standard-entry experiences, which is why checking the listing details matters when you're comparing prices.

Tours and guides are available in 8 languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Portuguese, and Dutch. English and Italian are the most widely available, but if you prefer another language, there are options across the booking platforms we compare. This breadth of language support makes it easier to find a guide or tour that suits your comfort level.

Most tours and experiences we compare run between about 1.5 to 5.5 hours, with a median duration of 2 hours. Shorter visits suit travellers who want a quick overview or have limited time in Florence, while longer options give you more depth on the art, history, and architecture. Check the listing details to match the duration to your schedule and energy level.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.51 stars across over 40,000 reviews combined across booking platforms. The most common praise centres on knowledgeable guides, the quality of the tour experience, and the wonderful atmosphere of the palace itself. Roughly 93% of reviews are positive overall, which reflects strong traveller satisfaction across the range of options we compare.

Take the SITA bus directly to Santa Maria Novella train station, or use a taxi. The bus costs around 6 euros and takes 30 minutes. Avoid unmarked taxis.

Walk-in tickets are possible but expect long queues, especially in summer. Booking online saves time and money. Some museums offer skip-the-line options for higher prices.

Consider Santo Spirito, San Frediano, or Oltrarno areas. These offer authentic local restaurants and shops while staying close to main attractions. Prices are also more reasonable than the city center.

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