Medici Walking Tour -Small Group
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Based on 27 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Medici Walking Tour -Small Group worth booking?
Medici Walking Tour -Small Group is a 1.5-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $10 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (27)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Medici between Art and Power -Walking tour The Medici Family tour will tell you the story of the most important and powerful family in the city of Florence. Banking, commerce and religious influence led the Medici Fam
What you get
About this experience
Medici between Art and Power -Walking tour The Medici Family tour will tell you the story of the most important and powerful family in the city of Florence. Banking, commerce and religious influence led the Medici Family to became one of the most powerful families in Florence. Our professional guide will lead you on a journey across years of history preserved in architectural buildings, and works of art, all sponsored by the Medici family. 1 hour and 30 min tour .
What's included
Included
- Live commentary
- audio guides systems
- Art guide
- Walking tour along the path of the Medici Residences
Not included
- Entrance and Tickets
- Pick up from hotel
What you'll see and do
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Palazzo Medici Riccardi was built for Cosimo il Vecchio by Michelozzo after 1444 as his town mansion on via Larga today via Cavour . Apart from the fine exterior, the main courtyard with classical relief in the tondi survives from this time , as well as Michelozzo's lovely little chapel on the first floor and the frescoes Cosimo commissioned for it from Benozzo Gozzoli.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Basilica di San Lorenzo
The church of was intimately connected with the Medici after they commissioned Brunelleschi to rebuild it in 1425 with their own family funds . It is the burial place of all the principal members of the family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III .
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Cappelle Medicee
The Cappella dei Principi is the opulent mausoleum of the Medici grand dukes .It has been undergoing restoration since 1999. Ferdinando I decided to create the chapel , wich he intended to have decorated with plasters of costly jasper . A back passage connects the Cappella dei Principi to the New sacristy , was build to balance Brunelleschi's old Sacristy by Michelangelo . Inside you can see the tombs of the Medici family decorated with the statues carved by Michelangelo .
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Cupola Del Brunelleschi
The Dome of Santa Maria del Fiore was built by Brunelleschi, the architect who worked for the Medici family.
Pass by without stopping
Piazza della Signoria
The impressive 14th-century Palazzo Vecchio is still preeminent with its crenellated tower. The square is also shared with the Loggia della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery, the Palace of the Tribunale della Mercanzia and the Palazzo Uguccioni ,with a facade attributed to Raphael, who however died thirty years before its construction. Various imposing statues ring this square including: Copy of Michelangelo's David, the original by Michelangelo is housed in the Galleria dell'Accademia, adjacent to the Gallery of the Academy of Fine Arts. Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I, honoring Cosimo I de' Medici and sculpted by Giambologna Fountain of Neptune by Bartolomeo Ammannati Il Marzocco, (the Lion) with a copy of the Florentine Lily, originally made by Donatello Judith and Holofernes, by Donatello Hercules and Cacus, by Bandinelli The Rape of the Sabine Women, in the Loggia dei Lanzi by Giambologna Perseus with the Head of Medusa, in the Loggia dei Lanzi .etc
25 minutes here
Uffizi
One of the most important Italian museums and the most visited, it is also one of the largest and best known in the world and holds a collection of priceless works, particularly from the period of the Italian Renaissance.
Pass by without stopping
Palazzo Pitti
The palace was bought by the Medici family in 1549 and became the chief residence of the ruling families of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. It grew as a great treasure house as later generations amassed paintings, plates, jewelry and luxurious possessions.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
Note that 21 is a red color number .
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Palazzo Pitti
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- FLORENCE TOURS - ENJOY BIKING
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
27 verified traveler reviews for Medici Walking Tour -Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Medici small tour
Very informative. Guide personable friendly and informed. Go early as it gets very hot and crowded along the way.
via Viator
Awesome tour!! Very...
Awesome tour!! Very recommended for history buffs! Tour guide was so impressive with the tour and history of the the Italy.
via Viator
A fun walk with a passionate storyteller
The walk was great. The guide is a local with astounding knowledge and even greater passion for storytelling. It was a great way to get a behind the scene glimpse of florence.
via Viator
Francesco is an...
Francesco is an aextraordinary guide. Hé is clearly a fine human Being with a vast and interesting knowledge.
via Viator
Misleading name
There is honestly very little information about the Medicis, and I feel like this tour is mislabeled. If it were called the Florence highlights tour, it would be a more accurate name. I booked this because I am a huge history nerd and was hoping to have someone indulge that while in the locations the Medicis walked. They mentioned the Pitti’s at the very end but left out the most interesting interaction between the two families; an assassination attempt and exile!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10 to $39
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Medici Walking Tour -Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Medici Walking Tour -Small Group cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Florence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Medici Walking Tour -Small Group take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Florence is not rushed.
Is Medici Walking Tour -Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 27 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medici Walking Tour -Small Group?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Medici Walking Tour -Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Medici Walking Tour -Small Group?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Florence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Florence and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medici Walking Tour -Small Group start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Florence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Florence?
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On Outty we rank every Florence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class & Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Florence?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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