Medici Chapels and San Lorenzo Basilica Private Tour
Description
One of the places that best represents the power of the Medici family, the splendor of Michelangelo's sculptures and the glitz of the Chapel of the Princes: you will enjoy the splendid San Lorenzo Basilica, that was the parish church of the Medici. All official and important ceremonies of the family took place in this church, actually built by the Medici's architect: Filippo Brunelleschi, the genius of the Florence Dome. In San Lorenzo is also the Old Sacresty and many manufacts by the sculptor Donatello! The Medici tombs and memorial are in the same church and have a separate entrance......this are the famous Medici Chapels, a perfect work by Michelangelo! You will meet Cosimo The Elder, Lorenzo the Magnificient, his brother Giuliano, Cosimo The First Granduke and all the family, including the wives, all of them are peacefully resting here...after a life with honour and also some troubles!
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Cappelle Medicee: the tombs of the Medici Family, the New Sacresty with statues by Michelangelo and the Chapel of the Princes
The Parish church of the Medici Family with the 2 Pulpits by Donatello, the Old Sacristy by Brunelleschi with sculpures by Donatello and Verrocchio. The tomb of Cosimo the Elder and Donatello
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Church entrance, please dress appropriately
Reviews(18)
A complete tour of the lower level, the sacristies and the church, with explanations of the magnificent art therein.
Our guide was fabulous! Very pleasant, passionate about the history of the place, and patiently answered all our questions! Thanks to her this visit was a success! Thank you!!!
We had a wonderful tour with Andrea. He was very knowledgeable, easy to get along with and had a wonderful sense of humor. We loved hearing all about the history of the Medici Chapel and San Lorenzo Church. We recommend him and this tour.
Extremely informative, politely curated experience to our interests and knowledge base. Our guide Caterina was so lovely, and it was such a joy to spend the morning together! She grew up in Florence and was so knowledgeable about the chapels and the town in general. Whoever is paying her should give her a huge raise and lots of money!! For anyone deciding on which tour to choose, your search ends here. One of the best experiences for us in Florence.
The Medici Chapels Private Tour was a fascinating experience, our guide explained the symbolism behind Michelangelo’s 'Day and Night' sculptures and the opulent Chapel of the Princes, making the Medici family's history even more intriguing.
Our guide was a wealth of knowledge regarding the Medici Chapels and the San Lorenzo Church. We learned so much about the history of the Medici family and so much more! I highly recommend this tour!!!
Thank you very much, we are happy to get such a feedback. Enjoy your Italian journey!
Gives an interesting impression of the Medic family with the family graves designed by Michelangelo.
We went on holiday in June 2024 and booked a tour to visit the Medici Chapels. Our tour guide was brilliant and really knowledgeable. Thank you!
The Medici Chapel is a beautiful example of Florentine art and architecture. The tombs of the Medici are spectacular to see.
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Medici family, the San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels. We learned a lot from the tour.
