Florence
Private Guided Visit of Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria

Private Piazza della Signoria and Skip-the-Line Palazzo Vecchio Tour

Florence, Italy
  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Florence’s Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio are two of the city’s highlights, yet can sometimes take a back seat to the Uffizi and Accademia galleries. This tour gives both the attention they deserve, with a private guide to show you around. Admire the sculptures and architecture of the Piazza della Signoria, including the Loggia dei Lanzi, and enjoy priority access to the Palazzo Vecchio to see its main, art-filled chambers.
  • Private tour of Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio in Florence
  • Explore the Piazza della Signoria, the historical heart of Florence
  • See the copy of Michelangelo’s 'David' and Loggia dei Lanzi sculpture gallery
  • Skip-the-line tour of the Palazzo Vecchio, including the Hall of the Five Hundred and Monumental Quarters
  • Choose a morning or afternoon departure
  • Personalized attention from a private guide

What's Included

  • Local professional Guide at your side
  • Earphones for groups of more than 7 participants
  • Palazzo Vecchio Museum tickets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Everything not mentioned as Included

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • Piazza della Signoria
    P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

    Entrance Time: Morning Option between 09.00 am and 11.00 am - Afternoon Option: 02.00 pm and 04.00 pm Meeting with the guide in Piazza della Signoria, at the statue of Cosimo on horse back

Start time

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Choose a morning or afternoon departure on booking. Then, make your own way to the Piazza della Signoria in central Florence, and meet your guide.

After introductions, stroll around the magnificent square, the center of Florence’s political life since the 14th century. Listen as your guide spotlights the main sights, and admire the statue of David by Michelangelo — a copy of the original that is now housed inside Florence’s Accademia Gallery.

Then, see the sculptures in the Loggia dei Lanzi, the square's open-air gallery, viewing works like Perseus with the Head of Medusa by Cellini and The Rape of the Sabine Women by Giambologna.

Next, admire the castle-like exterior and Arnolfo’s Tower of the 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio, the square’s main building. The city hall and seat of civic power in Florence for seven centuries, the palace was used as a residence by Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici from 1540 on, before the famous ruling family relocated to the city’s Palazzo Pitti.

Bypass the main entrance lines using your skip-the-line ticket, and take a tour with your guide. Learn how the building was originally designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, and how Cosimo I appointed Giorgio Vasari to transform what had been a political hub into a grand palace.

Admire the elegant courtyards, and walk through the magnificently decorated rooms. Marvel at the imposing Hall of the Five Hundred (Salone del Cinquecento), with its vast painted panels glorifying the Medici. Then, explore the Monumental Quarters (Quartieri Monumentali), a string of salons adorned with frescoes by artists such as Ghirlandaio, Bronzino, and Vasari; and sculptures by Michelangelo and Donatello.

Your tour then finishes near the start point.

Piazza della Signoria

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Palazzo Vecchio

1 hour 45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • No Health restrictions
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operated by CAF Tour and Travel

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Amazing Palace
David_R, Jul 2022
The Palazzo Vecchio Tour was one of my favorite experiences in Florence. An amazing historical building with an exciting history and delightful artwork. It’s a must see when in Florence
Une visite passionnante
Gilles_K, Jun 2021
Une visite guidée de qualité avec une guide passionnée qui nous fait voyager dans l’histoire. Nous recommandons vivement.
Response from Host, Jun 2021
Dear Gilles, many thanks for your feedback! We are really happy to hear that you have loved so much your tour! We hope to have the opportunity to meet you again in the future to show you other wonders of our amazing Country. Our best regards
bien organisé et bonne guide .
bruno_B, Apr 2019
bien organisé et bonne guide,....... bien organisé et bonne guide. bien organisé et bonne guide, . .

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