Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
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Cultural walking tour

Florence · Medici family

Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares

2 h · EN Guide language
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Visit the Medici Chapels and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy, then follow the family’s story through Florence on foot. A local English-speaking guide links art, power and rivalries on a tour listed at two hours.

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✔ Reserved tickets to the Medici Chapels and New Sacristy, without waiting in the ticket line.
✔ Private or group tour, depending on the option chosen.
✔ Basilica di San Lorenzo is viewed from outside; the route may change.
✔ Arrive 15 minutes early: you cannot join once the tour has begun.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Medici family history
  • Michelangelo’s art
  • A cultural walk
  • English-guided sightseeing

How long does it take?

The listed duration is 2 hours; arrive 15 minutes before the start.

What's included?

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Reserved tickets to the Medici Chapels
  • Admission to Michelangelo’s New Sacristy
  • No wait in the ticket line
  • Exterior visit to Basilica di San Lorenzo

Is it worth it?

It may suit you if the chapels and a guided city narrative are your priorities. Compare the live price with the time spent indoors and remember that several stops are outside.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Find the Medici Chapels entrance early and look for the “Walks in Europe” sign. Confirm the finish point if you have plans immediately after the tour.

Two included interiorsReserved admission covers the Medici Chapels and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy.
History in its settingThe walk connects Medici figures and city landmarks with rival families, including the Strozzis and Pazzis.
A choice of formatPrivate and group options are listed; check the terms of the option you select.
Timed admissionTickets have an assigned entry time, so finding the meeting point early matters.

📖 From the chapels into San Lorenzo

The indicative route begins with around 30 minutes at the Medici Chapels. The guide discusses the Chapel of the Princes, the family crypt and works by Michelangelo; admission also includes the New Sacristy.

The walk then passes Palazzo Medici Riccardi and the San Lorenzo district, with around 15 minutes listed for each stop. Basilica di San Lorenzo is seen from outside. Courtyard access at the palace is unconfirmed.

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Reserved admission to the Medici Chapels and New Sacristy.

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Palazzo Medici Riccardi and San Lorenzo on the walking route.

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An exterior view of the basilica.

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The route links Medici family spaces with the streets where their influence in Florence comes into focus.

Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
The listed route is indicative and may change. Walking route

Art and power across central Florence

The listed walk continues to Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria for guided stops of around 15 minutes each. It also includes around 15 minutes outside Palazzo Vecchio and a guided stop at Piazzale degli Uffizi.

The guide covers Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder and Piero the Unfortunate, among others. Stops may change. The map and description disagree about where the tour finishes, so check if your onward plans depend on it.

Medici Chapels Michelangelo San Lorenzo Central Florence

What the feedback suggests

The route links Medici family spaces with the streets where their influence in Florence comes into focus.

A review summary praises the guides’ knowledge and notes requests for clearer information about visited interiors and the depth of the commentary. Check current ratings and reviews on GetYourGuide.

2 hListed duration
15 minArrive before the start
ENGuide language
24 hListed cancellation window

🗣️ What the feedback suggests

Guide knowledge

The review summary speaks positively about the guides’ knowledge.

Tour scope

Some visitors wanted more clarity about which interiors are visited and how detailed the explanations are.

Value for money

One individual reviewer felt the price was high; check the current price and reviews on GetYourGuide.

Three details to confirm

The description discusses Michelangelo’s Secret Room from an outside perspective. The available information does not confirm entry to that room or access to the courtyard of Palazzo Medici Riccardi.

The route map returns to the meeting point, while the description ends at Piazzale degli Uffizi. Ask about the finish point if it affects what you do next.

Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
Interior access to Michelangelo’s Secret Room and the palace courtyard is unconfirmed. Check the interiors
Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares

Compare each offer's terms

The main information on this page comes from GetYourGuide. Viator offers the shared English-language tour, not GetYourGuide's private option.

GetYourGuide offer behind this page

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Viator offer terms

  • Viator offers an approximately two-hour shared guided tour in English with Walks In Europe.
  • It includes reserved entry to the Medici Chapels and New Sacristy and an outdoor walk around San Lorenzo and Medici sites.
  • It does not include a private tour or entry to Michelangelo's Secret Room.

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DurationListed as 2 hours; the route may change.
LanguageLocal English-speaking guide.
FormatPrivate or group, depending on the chosen option; further differences are not specified.
Meeting pointPiazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy, beside the Medici Chapels entrance; look for a “Walks in Europe” sign.
AdmissionReserved tickets to the Medici Chapels and New Sacristy, without waiting in the ticket line.
ConditionsArrive 15 minutes early. The tour does not run on the first Sunday of each month; check times and availability.
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Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
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Is this the right Florence tour for you?

It suits travellers who want to understand Medici history while exploring Florence on foot, with chapel admission and commentary in English. The route combines included interiors with several outdoor stops.

The activity is listed as unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. Suitcases, large bags and large backpacks are not permitted inside the monument.

Travellers curious about the Medici role in Florence. Visitors interested in Michelangelo and the family chapels. People comfortable with an English-guided walking tour. Those choosing between a group and private format.
Walk through Medici Florence, from the chapels to the city squares
Confirm the finish point and any interior spaces that matter to you. Plan your visit

❓ Frequently asked questions

Which admissions are included?
Reserved tickets cover the Medici Chapels and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy, without waiting in the ticket line. Entry to Michelangelo’s Secret Room and the Palazzo Medici Riccardi courtyard is unconfirmed.
Where do I meet the guide, and when should I arrive?
Meet at Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy, beside the Medici Chapels entrance. Look for the “Walks in Europe” sign and arrive 15 minutes early; you cannot join after the tour starts.
Does the tour finish where it starts?
The sources disagree: the map returns to the meeting point, while the description ends at Piazzale degli Uffizi. Confirm the finish point if it matters to your plans.
Can I book a private tour?
Private and group formats are listed, depending on the option selected. Check availability and the exact terms on GetYourGuide.
What restrictions should I know about?
The activity is listed as unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. Suitcases, large bags and large backpacks are not allowed inside the monument. The tour does not run on the first Sunday of each month.

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Book with the route in mind

The chapels and New Sacristy are the confirmed interior visits. The rest of the walk places the family in the historic centre.

Before booking, check the option, start time, live price and any questions about access or the finish point on GetYourGuide.

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