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Palazzo Vecchio Small Group Skip the Line Guided Tour
Roam through the lavish apartments and halls that were home to the iconic Medici family in Florence
What's included
Passionate, English-speaking guide
Skip the line tickets
Radio headsets
Private rooms of the Grand Dukes
Giorgio Vasari’s frescoes
Group size of 14
Guide gratuities
Food and drinks
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet your expert guide and fellow travelers at a designated location near Palazzo Vecchio. From here, you will walk to the main entrance of the palace.
Private Rooms of the Grand Dukes
Private Rooms of the Grand Dukes Wander through the opulent private rooms of the Grand Dukes.
Salone dei 500
Marvel at the stunning frescoes by Giorgio Vasari in Salone dei 500.
Government Rooms
Discover the rooms where significant government business once took place, including the offices and meeting rooms of the Italian Republic.
Apartments of Eleonora of Toledo
See the exquisite halls and apartments of the Grand Duchess Eleonora.
Gigli Room
Admire the artistic beauty of the Gigli Room. Wander through the Gigli Room, adorned with artistic details and decorations that reflect the grandeur of the palace.
Geographical Maps room
Step into the Geographical Maps Room, where you can see historical maps that offer insights into the world as known during the Renaissance.
Terrace
Visit Palazzo Vecchio's terrace, where you can relax and take in the panoramic view of Florence, imagining the historical figures who once enjoyed this same view.
Ending Point at Palazzo Vecchio
End your tour with a breathtaking view from the palace's terrace.
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
After meeting your expert guide and small group of fellow travelers in Via de’ Castellani, make the short walk over to the entrance of the Palazzo Vecchio. While the famous palace currently serves as Florence’s town hall, it was once the lavish residence of the Medici family.
Thanks to your skip-the-line tickets, you’ll enjoy a quick entry into the historic palace, where your guide will lead you straight to the fascinating museum. Explore the most significant rooms, halls, and apartments that were once filled by Dukes and Duchesses. Admire lavish corridors, gaze at Giorgio Vasari’s astounding frescoes, and see where important government business took place. All the while, your passionate guide will share fascinating tales of the palace and its most prominent residents.
End your exquisite visit with time spent on the palace’s spectacular terrace, where you’ll be treated to an awe-inspiring view of Florence.
Palazzo Vecchio Tour Description
Your 1.5-hour tour includes:
Expert, licensed guide
Skip the line tickets to enter the Palazzo Vecchio
Radio headsets
Explore the most prominent rooms of the museum
Take in the view from the stunning terrace
Small group atmosphere of only 14 people max
Enjoy Priority Access to the Palazzo Vecchio
Your captivating tour begins in Via de’ Castellani, just down the street from the famous Palazzo Vecchio, one of the most significant and historic government buildings in Florence. Meet your passionate guide and intimate group of fellow travelers, and then make your way to the main entrance of the ornate palace. Thanks to your skip-the-line tickets, you’ll breeze past the long line of tourists and enjoy a swift entry inside the Palazzo’s fascinating museum.
Learn About the Medici Family
As you roam through the opulent museum, your knowledgeable guide will share intriguing tales about the palace, as well as the Medici family who famously resided here during the Renaissance period.
Built in the 1200s, the Palazzo Vecchio became the home of the Grand Duke Cosimo I in the 1500s, and later served as the seat of the Italian Parliament in the 1800s. Step back in time as you move through each spectacular room and corridor, listening to alluring stories of the Palazzo’s extravagant past.
Explore the Prominent Rooms of the Palazzo
Wander through the private rooms of the Grand Dukes of the Medici family, which were all impeccably renovated by Giorgio Vasari. Next, follow your guide into the majestic rooms of the Government of the Italian Republic, as well as the exquisite halls and apartments that once belonged to the Grand Duchess Eleonora of Toledo.
Most impressive of all, your guide will lead you to the Salone dei 500, an immense room which is entirely frescoed by Giorgio Vasari. Marvel at the breathtaking sight, taking in the intricate details of the artist’s incredible work.
Admire Stunning Terrace Views
As you near the end of your illuminating tour, meander through the rest of the museum’s extraordinary rooms. Stroll through the Gigli room, the Geographical Maps rooms, and finally the stunning Chancellor of the Republic room.
Before departing, your passionate guide will take you to the Palazzo’s magnificent terrace. The tour ends here, sit back and relax as you take in an unmatched view of Florence’s cityscape, imagining the Duke’s and Duchesses who once gazed upon this very view.