FLORENCE
The Florence classics, in order.
The 15 best renaissance & medici tours in Florence, gathered in one place. What each one actually covers, what it costs, and who you book it through.
Follow Medici stories across Florence in 2h15. Visit San Lorenzo, Medici palaces, Duomo squares and Ponte Vecchio with an English guide.
Most Popular“Our guide, Angela is incredibly provided us the history of the city of Florence. We highly recommend this tour!!!”
A budget-friendly Florence walking tour focused on Medici power and Renaissance stories, from San Lorenzo to the Uffizi area.
“Its a must In a short time you know much about the historic scenery around you Manuel gave us his best on a rainy day..and walked us from the very beginning to know”
2-hour Florence walking tour with Medici intrigue, Duomo symbolism, and local food tips, ending near Uffizi. Spanish or English guides.
“Great guide! Added so much value and meaning to Florence!”
Walk Florence’s Medici story in 1.5 hours, with rivalries, street-side clues, and Medici Chapel Commesso Fiorentino mosaics included.
“Our tour guide was excellent she truly knows history very educative rour thaks”
Skip-the-line Accademia Gallery entry in Florence to see Michelangelo’s David, plus Slaves, Botticelli, and musical instruments, in English.
“When I arrived at meeting location it was locked and called. They cancelled even after I called to confirm the day before. Still waiting for full refund. Spent over an hour on the phone and no one was able to help.”
Two hours in Florence to uncover Medici secrets, see the Medici Chapel and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy with skip-the-line tickets.
“Emmanuella was wonderful! Great and interesting facts. Super experience!! Grazie!”
Private Florence walk with a local guide: Piazza del Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, Medici stories and Santo Spirito.
“We loved the tour. Victoria is very knowledgeable about all things Florence, art especially. She made the city come alive with history, recounting stories that gave context to the magnificent architecture like the duomo and baptistery, but also plain looking buildings we would have walk past without knowing that Michelangelo or the Medici family lived…”
Skip the line at Florence’s Pitti Palace for a guided Palatine Gallery tour, with Medici art stories and works by Raphael and Caravaggio.
“Guide was very informed about art. She gave a great presentation on various paintings. Saw some of the great artists works”
Tour Florence’s Medici Chapels with a live guide, fast entry, and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy statues—plus Medici power plays in 1.5 hours.
“Our group was fortunate to have Francesca as our guide. Her way of introducing us to the Medici Chapels and its many features was both impressive and fantastic. She was very personable as well as accommodating of our many inquiries and interests. A great experience in every way. Grazie, Francesca!”
Florence’s Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: a small-group 105-minute walk that links Medici power to top sights from San Lorenzo to Ponte Vecchio.
“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…”
Walk Florence’s Medici trail from Palazzo Medici Riccardi to San Lorenzo, Ponte Vecchio, and Palazzo Pitti, with optional wine.
“The two of us were the only people on the tour. So, it was a private tour. We are grateful that GYG did not cancel for that reason. Our guide, Matteo, treated us like visiting friends and gave us special insight to all of the interesting stops on the tour. He was terrific. Thanks Matteo.…”
English small-group Uffizi tour with headsets and luggage check, plus a Duomo-Signoria walk for Renaissance context.
“This tour was great! The Uffizi is a must do tour. Having a guide is also a must. So much to see, so having a guide makes the most of it. Our guide, Rachael, is amazing! Very friendly, knowledgeable, & lively. We learned so much from her explanations of each of the artworks. Rachael ran…”
3-hour Medici tour in Florence: Palazzo Medici, Chapel of the Magi frescoes, and a guided walk through key Renaissance squares.
“I loved walking with the tour guide through out the city and see the impact of Medici family on Florence.”
Renaissance Florence walking tour with Medici stories, Duomo landmarks, Piazza Signoria sculptures, medieval corners, and VOX City app audio.
“Sylvia did a great job on this introductory tour to Florence. She will give you information on where to go during your stay and some inside tips.”
90-minute Medici walking tour linking Florence landmarks, ending near Ponte Vecchio. Small group, English guide, audio included.
“The tour was amazing! We got to walk all around Florence and learn good tips about the town as well as learn more about the history of the Medici family. Our tour guide was also awesome and knew so much information! It was the perfect tour.”
The galleries, the Duomo, the Tuscan hills, and every way to walk into them.
