Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden
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Is Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden worth booking?
Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden is a 1.5-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $195 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (28)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $195 per person
Come and visit the last Medici residence in Florence with a private local Guide. The museum takes place through the daily life of the family of the Medici Grand Dukes, from Cosimo I to the last descendants (early 700), F
What you get
About this experience
Come and visit the last Medici residence in Florence with a private local Guide. The museum takes place through the daily life of the family of the Medici Grand Dukes, from Cosimo I to the last descendants (early 700), Ferdinand, Gian Gastone and finally Anna Maria Luisa also called the Electress Palatine to whom the museum is dedicated. In addition to the civic and political function of the rooms, the museum also preserves a private collection of paintings, ancient statues, furniture and Florentine mosaics of great beauty and historical importance. Not to mention the frescoes that decorate the ceilings and walls. Main attractions of the palace : - Palatine Gallery - Gallery of Modern Art - Treasure of the Grand Dukes - Museum of Fashion and Costume At the end of the Guided Tour in the Pitti Palace, the guide will give you the entrance to the Boboli Gardens
What's included
Included
- Pitti + Boboli combined ticket (25,00€)
- Entrance to Pitti Palace with Private Guide
- Entrance without Guide to Boboli Gardens and Villa Bardini Gardens
Not included
- The boboli garden will not be guided. Transport and tips excluded
- Entrance ticket to the Royal Apartments
- Food and Drink
What you'll see and do
Palazzo Pitti
Come and visit the last Medici residence in Florence with a private local Guide. The museum takes place through the daily life of the Medici Grand Dukes family, from Cosimo I to the last descendants (early 700), Ferdinando, Gian Gastone and finally Anna Maria Luisa also called the Palatine Electress to whom the museum is dedicated. The successors of the Medici, the Habsburg Lorraine, until the first King of Italy. In addition to the civic and political function of the rooms, the museum also preserves a private collection of paintings, ancient statues, furniture and Florentine mosaics of great beauty and historical importance. Not to mention the frescoes that decorate the ceilings and walls. Main attractions of the palace : - Palatine Gallery - Gallery of Modern Art - Treasure of the Grand Dukes - Museum of Fashion and Costume At the end of the Guided Tour in the Pitti Palace, the guide will give you the entrance to the Boboli Gardens
60 minutes here · Admission included
Giardino di Boboli
Il Giardino is located behind Palazzo Pitti and represents a real open-air museum, populated by ancient and Renaissance statues, adorned with caves and large fountains. The garden is an integral part of the Pitti Palace and can be visited freely.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
You can find us in our City Florence Tours office in Via dei Castellani 14 (18 / red) 10 minutes walk from Palazzo Pitti.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Pitti Private - Italian
Private Tour Italian
Pitti Private - Spanish
Spanish Private Tour
Pitti Private - English
Private Tour English
Pitti Private - Russian
Private Russian Tour
Pitti Private - Portuguese
Private Tour Protughese
Pitti Private - German
Private German Tour
Pitti Private - French
Private Tour French
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Florence Tours
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
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 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.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic tour with Pam!
There is so much to see and to do it without a guided tour for the average person is overwhelming. Pam was a wonderful guide with so much knowledge. She explained in great detail what we were looking at. We had a personal tour and it was worth every penny!
via Viator
Private Tour was Amazing
Amazing and loved Marco! He told wonderful stories about the history of the Pitti Palace, the Medici Family and all the wonderful paintings.
via Viator
Exceptional Private Tour
This is a late review, but want to give our wonderful tour guide, Leticia, her due. My daughters and I took this private tour mid-July 2024 on our last morning in Florence and it was worth every penny. Leticia was impressive with her vast knowledge of all the paintings, frescos and history at Pitti Palace. She was also very pleasant and friendly to talk to. It was sad to leave the beautiful city of Florence and this tour stood out on our two-week trip to Italy and Switzerland. We were asked if they could use some of our pics for the travel website and we obliged. Don’t hesitate to book the tour!
via Viator
Excellent tour.
Private tour of Pitti Palace. Guide was very knowledgeable and connected the dotes between other Medici palaces. Focused on progression of art.
via Tripadvisor
Lovely Tour of Pitti Palace
Great tour of Pitti Palace. Our tour guide, Ilaria, was fantastic! She was very knowledge and engaging, as well as friendly and professional. She shares a lot of fun tidbits about Florence that we had not heard yet on other tours and we really enjoyed the seeing the architecture and furniture in the palace along with more artwork. And getting entrance into the Boboli Gardens at the end of our tour to spend as much time at our leisure was a great plus. We definitely enjoyed walking around the gardens.
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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden cost?
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Prices start at $195 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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden 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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden 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 (5/5 across 28 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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden?
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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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden 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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden?
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Around 10 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 Private Tour of Pitti Palace with Boboli Garden 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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