Medici Family Walking Tour: Explore Their Influential Stories Through Central Florence

Uncover the captivating story of the Medici family on a walking tour through central Florence. Explore their political power, artistic patronage, and connections to renowned artists like Michelangelo and Botticelli.

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basilica di San Lorenzo - The Basilica di San Lorenzo (Basilica of St Lawrence) is one of the largest churches of Florence, Italy, situated at the centre of the city’s main market district, and the burial place of all the principal members of the Medici family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III.
What's Included
  • Small groups
  • Licensed tour guide
Additional Information

Explore the tale of the Medici by traversing through their most significant streets and palaces. This tour imparts an understanding of the Medici family’s ascendance and the interplay between political might and art. Learn how this family could maintain their rule in Florence for more than three centuries and their patronage of world-renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael.

Location
Caffè Scudieri Firenze
Piazza di San Giovanni
The meeting point is next to Cafè Scudieri, 50 meters far from the facade of the Duomo (the cathedral of Florence). Look for the guide with a small red flag.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Calumb303
May 30, 2025
Tour - Manuel was an amazing guide! Not only did he explain the history behind the sights but gave an explanation of how a florentine resident would see the sights.
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Arild
Apr 19, 2025
Nice introduction to Florence's historic district - Very nice tour in Florence, got seen parts of the city and learned the history of the city, the guide was good and informed, easy to understand even if English is not my or the guide's first language
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George_a
Apr 13, 2025
Highly recommended! - A very detailed story of the Medici family. We particularly enjoyed the details of how the Medici influenced the world both then and now!
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Sightseer259752
Apr 10, 2025
We appreciate Florence so much more!! - Mario was extremely knowledgeable, great pace, would recommend taking early in the visit to help appreciate Florence.
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958addisonb
Feb 5, 2025
Tour Guide - The tour was awesome learn so much about Florence Italy amazing tour guide and good spots were shown on this tour I would recommend.
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Nomad763216
Jan 8, 2025
Awesome. Highly recommended - Manuel was an outstanding guide. His extensive knowledge and clear, detailed explanations made the experience exceptional. Highly recommended!
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Discover08040820757
Jan 1, 2025
Fantastic Tour - Fantastic tour - he knows so much and I’ll look at Florence in a whole new perspective now! I can’t recommend this enough.
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Martinr670
Dec 14, 2024
Great experience - This was a very enjoyable experience. Manuel was brilliant, friendly and very knowledgeable. Lots of interesting facts.
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Gl0ricelc
Dec 2, 2024
Awesome and fun walking tour - I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It offered a perspective on the city I wouldn't have had otherwise which made me appreciate and love Florence as a first time visitor! By the end of the trip I was energized and excited to continue exploring. I highly recommend!
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Heidibalke
May 31, 2025
Medici family not the focus - This tour did not focus on the Medici family as the description states. That was disappointing. If you want to experience and know more on the Medici family go to the Medici Palace museum and/or the Medici Family museum. Manuel was attentive and a kind guide. I wear hearing aids and he checked in with me a few times to be sure I could hear him.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).