Palazzo Vecchio Small-Group Guided Tour
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Highlights

  • Join a small group with a select few and go past long and tiring queues to enter Palazzo Vecchio, once the residence of the Grand Duke Cosimo I.
  • With your guide, learn about the private apartment of Duchess Eleonora di Toledo, which features a chapel with a fresco of The Deposition of Christ.
  • End your grand tour by relaxing on the terrace behind the building and getting an amazing view of the city, including the Piazza della Signoria.
  • Choose a tour guide in the language of your choice, making your experience of learning about the First Courtyard educational and unforgettable.
  • Fun fact: Be greeted by the statues of Adam and Eve and a replica of Michaelangelo’s David at the entrance of the Palazzo Vecchio.

Your Experience

Experience the Renaissance in Florence

Whether you are a history geek or looking to experience true Italian art and culture without a large crowd, this small group tour to the Palazzo Vecchio might just be perfect for you. Built between 1299 and 1314, the palace is a perfect blend of Renaissance and Gothic styles. With skip-the-line entry, you get to explore the seat of power for the city government and the temporary official residence of the Medici family in great detail.

Explore the mysteries inside the museum

With a licensed tour guide for company, stroll through the private apartments of the Grand Duke and Duchess, which house the stunning study of Francesco I and nature and landscape paintings. Then, move on to the famous Hall of the Five Hundred featuring frescoes depicting important events from Florentian history like Florence's battle against Pisa in 1505. Move on to the Hall of Geographical Maps, which contains 53 maps representing the world. A tour like this demands a little bit of downtime and what better way to do it than to sit peacefully on the terrace behind the building, watching the beautiful sights of Florence?

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio Museum
  • English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German-speaking guide
  • Small group of up to 14 people
  • Fast-track entry
  • Radio headsets for more than 6 people
  • Tips

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at the ** City Florence Tours **office.

  • Address: Via dei Castellani, 18 rosso, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

Have your ID and passport ready for a seamless experience. Bring your camera to capture the stunning art and culture of the place. However, flash photography is not allowed in some areas.

Backpacks and larger bags are not allowed inside Palazzo Vecchio. Lockers are available for a charge at the entrance.

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Keep your phone on silent before entering the Palace for a distraction-free experience. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes to cover the grounds with ease. You may be asked to enter via the security check line on busy days. Bring passports for your children as ID proof.

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