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Pitti Palace & Boboli gardens tour with a Local Guide

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Explore the splendor of Palazzo Pitti, the largest museum complex in Florence and former royal residence of the Medici, Lorraine, and Savoy dynasties. This magnificent Renaissance palace houses extraordinary collections in its elegant halls: admire masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio, and Rubens in the Palatine Gallery, discover glittering treasures and jewels in the Treasury of the Grand Dukes, and experience two centuries of creativity in the Gallery of Modern Art and the Museum of Fashion and Costume. Step outside into the enchanting Boboli Gardens, the first and most famous Italian-style garden that inspired Versailles. Palazzo Pitti offers an unforgettable journey through art, power, and beauty in the heart of Florence.

What's Included

  • Entrance tickets to the Gallery of Modern Art
  • Entrance tickets to the Treasury of the Grand Dukes
  • Entrance ticket of the Museum of Costume and Fashion
  • Gratuities
  • Refreshments
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Piazza de' Pitti
1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

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Galleria Palatina in Palazzo Pitti

The Palatine Gallery, located inside Palazzo Pitti in Florence, is one of the most important art galleries in Italy. Set in the opulent state rooms that once served as the residence of the Medici, later the Lorraine, and finally the Savoy families, it houses an extraordinary collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings.The artworks are displayed according to the 17th-century “gallery style,” arranged not chronologically but for visual harmony and decorative beauty. Among its most celebrated masterpieces are paintings by Raphael (Madonna della Seggiola, La Velata), Titian, Rubens, Caravaggio, Andrea del Sarto, and Pietro da Cortona, who also created the magnificent ceiling frescoes.The Palatine Gallery offers a journey through art and history, surrounded by the splendor of the rooms that once witnessed the life of the Medici and Lorraine courts, and later of the Savoy royal family, who made Palazzo Pitti one of the official residences of the Kingdom of Italy.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Tesoro dei Granduchi

The Treasury of the Grand Dukes, located on the ground floor of Palazzo Pitti, was once known as the Museum of Silverware. It houses a dazzling collection of precious objects belonging to the Medici and Lorraine families: jewels, silverware, vases in semi-precious stones, rock crystals, and other refined works of art. The richly frescoed rooms, dating from the 17th century, were once part of the Medici’s “Summer Apartments.” The museum offers a fascinating journey into the luxury, elegance, and refined taste of Florence’s grand-ducal courts.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Galleria d'Arte Moderna

The Gallery of Modern Art in Florence, located on the top floor of Palazzo Pitti, houses a rich collection of works that trace the evolution of Italian art from Neoclassicism to the early 20th century.The rooms, once the royal apartments of the Lorraine and later the Savoy families, display paintings and sculptures by artists such as Canova, Hayez, Fattori, Signorini, and other leading figures of the Macchiaioli movement, a Florentine precursor to Impressionism.The gallery offers a captivating journey through two centuries of Italian art, blending elegance, light, and realism within the refined historical setting of Palazzo Pitti.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Museo della Moda e del Costume

The Museum of Fashion and Costume, located in the Palazzina della Meridiana of Palazzo Pitti, is the only museum in Italy entirely dedicated to the history of fashion and dress.It displays garments, accessories, and theatrical costumes from the 18th century to the present day, drawn from fashion houses, historical collections, and royal wardrobes. Among its most precious pieces are dresses belonging to the Medici family and creations by Italian and international contemporary designers.The exhibitions are periodically renewed, offering a fascinating journey through taste, elegance, and creativity in fashion across the centuries.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Giardino di Boboli

The Boboli Gardens, located behind Palazzo Pitti, are among the most famous and important historic gardens in Europe — the first great example of the Italian Renaissance garden, which later inspired many others, including Versailles.Created by the Medici in the 16th century, Boboli beautifully blends art and nature through a harmonious layout of tree-lined avenues, fountains, statues, grottos, and panoramic terraces overlooking Florence. Among its marvels are the Amphitheatre, the Fountain of Neptune, and the spectacular Buontalenti Grotto.More than just a park, Boboli is an open-air museum that embodies the taste, grandeur, and elegance of the Medici court.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pitti Palace & Boboli gardens tour with a Local Guide?

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

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

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What's Included

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  • Entrance tickets to the Gallery of Modern Art
  • Entrance tickets to the Treasury of the Grand Dukes
  • Entrance ticket of the Museum of Costume and Fashion
  • Entrance tickets to Palazzo Pitti
  • Single-language tour conducted by a certified tour guide
  • Set of earphones to clearly follow your guide’s explanations
  • Guided tour of the Boboli Garden
  • Guided tour of the Palatine Gallery
  • Gratuities
  • Refreshments

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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