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Palazzo Vecchio Small Group Tour, Optional Private & Tower Climb

9 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 9 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Florence, Italy
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Florence’s secrets on a private guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks! Explore the history of the Florentine Republic and the powerful Medici family with your expert guide.

Admire the magnificent Hall of the Five Hundred, marvel at Renaissance frescoes by Giorgio Vasari, and discover the elegant apartments of Grand Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici and Grand Duchess Eleonora of Toledo. Your guide will bring the palace’s art and history to life.

Want breathtaking views of Florence from above? Add an optional Arnolfo Tower ticket and admire the city’s rooftops and famous monuments.

When booking, choose between a private guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio only or a private guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio with an Arnolfo Tower entrance ticket.

Please note: The private guided tour covers Palazzo Vecchio only. The tower visit is self-guided and is not included in the guided tour.

Discover Florence’s Renaissance heritage and create unforgettable memories!

What's Included

  • Radios and Headphones
  • Price Breakdown: Ticket fee , company service, and platform fees are included in the total price.
  • Palazzo Vecchio Timed Entry Ticket without the Tower ( 18,00 euro )
  • Food and drinks are prohibited inside the palazzo vecchio
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via dei Castellani
14, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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End point

Piazza della Signoria
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Uscirete in Piazza della Signoria, dall'uscita principale del Palazzo

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Palazzo Vecchio

Vieni a visitare Firenze e la sua storia attraverso visite guidate come questa, facendo un tuffo nella storia di questa citta’ e ritornando indietro di molti secoli. La tua guida locale ti accompagnera’ in questa visita al Palazzo Della Signoria che, fu costruito a partire dalla fine del 1200 e fu’ la seconda sede della Repubblica Fiorentina. Nel 1500 a seguito dell’ascesa politica della famiglia dei Medici, divenuti signori e padroni di Firenze, il Palazzo diventa la residenza del Granduca Cosimo I de Medici. Infine nel 1800 a seguito dell’unita’ d’Italia e nel periodo di Firenze capitale, divenne anche sede del Parlamento. All’interno potrai visitare le Sale del Governo della Repubblica e le stanze private della famiglia Granducale rinnovate e abbellite dall’architetto e cronista Giorgio Vasari, gradito dal Granduca. L’attrazione principale del Palazzo e’ il Salone dei 500, interamente affrescato da Giorgio Vasari, cosi’ come le sale e gli appartamenti della Granduchessa Eleonora di Toledo. Goditi una delle migliori viste della citta’ sulla terrazza situata nel retro del Palazzo e termina la visita nelle Sale dove si riuniva l’antica Repubblica Fiorentina (Sala dei Gigli, Sala delle Mappe Geografiche, Sala dell’ultimo Cancelliere della Repubblica. Oggi il Palazzo e’ anche sede del Comune di Firenze e da un secolo ad oggi e’ conosciuto come Palazzo Vecchio a racione del suo passato.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Unexpected closures: Palazzo Vecchio is also Florence’s City Hall, so institutional events may occasionally change visiting hours or routes.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Palazzo Vecchio Small Group Tour, Optional Private & Tower Climb?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Radios and Headphones
  • Price Breakdown: Ticket fee , company service, and platform fees are included in the total price.
  • Palazzo Vecchio Timed Entry Ticket without the Tower ( 18,00 euro )
  • Palazzo Vecchio Timed Entry Ticket with the Tower ( 38,00 euro )
  • Professinal Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks are prohibited inside the palazzo vecchio

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Please note that access to Arnolfo Tower at Palazzo Vecchio involves climbing approximately 418 steps. Visitors who may have difficulty climbing stairs, or who suffer from heart conditions, asthma, vertigo, or claustrophobia, are advised to consider this before booking. The tower is not wheelchair accessible, and access is suspended in case of rain. The private guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio does not include a guided visit to the tower.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Unexpected closures: Palazzo Vecchio is also Florence’s City Hall, so institutional events may occasionally change visiting hours or routes.

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