Private Tour of Florence in the symbolic places of the Medici and Gelato

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

A journey through the history and art of Florence awaits you on this 3-hour private tour. Discover the emblematic places of the Medici, from the imposing Palazzo Medici Riccardi to the Duomo, where intrigue and revenge intertwine with artistic beauty. Explore the Palazzo della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio, revealing secret and political stories. Finish with a sweet taste of the gelato invented by Buontalenti, a symbol of Florentine tradition. An intimate tour, full of surprises and culture to experience Florence like never before.

- 3-hour private tour of the Medici's landmarks
- Discover stories of power, art and intrigue
- Ice cream in one of the most iconic ice cream parlors in Florence included at the end of the tour
- Externally visit the Medici Riccardi Palace, the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio

What's Included

Ice cream at the end of the tour
Meals
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The tour has a fixed meeting point but we can also start directly from your hotel

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Meeting point

The meeting point is right next to Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the starting point of our tour

End point
Piazza della Passera

We are so close to the old bridge

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Palazzo Medici Riccardi

    The birth of the dynasty and the rise of Cosimo the Elder. External tour of the Medici palace.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

    Conspiracy of the Mad and revenge of Lorenzo the magnificent External tour of the cathedral

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Palazzo Vecchio

    The end of the Florentine Republic and the rise of Cosimo I de' Medici as Duke. External tour of the palace and entrance to the inner courtyard

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Gallerie Degli Uffizi

    The importance of art for the Medici External passage in the square of the Uffizi

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Ponte Vecchio

    The safe secret passage of the Medici

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Piazza De' Pitti

    The pinnacle of power and decline of the Medici family, ice cream was created here by Bernardo Buontalenti

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    Here we find one of the most authentic ice cream parlors awarded for 7 consecutive years as the best in Florence. We will of course taste a delicious ice cream to conclude the journey together

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Vincenzo Manole
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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