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Natalia was Amazing
What a wonderful tour! Natalia was excellent and had a very deep knowledge of the Palazzo Vecchio. It was a wonderful tour and we enjoyed our couple hours with her. We highly recommend her tour.
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Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $200 / person
- Location
- Florence, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, PT, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Florence Tours
- Meeting point
- You can find our CITY FLORENCE TOURS office in Via dei Castellani 14 (18 red)
Description
Your private guide will accompany you on this visit to the Palazzo Della Signoria built at the end of 1200, became the seat of the Florentine Republic. In 1500 following the political rise of the Medici family, the Palazzo became the residence of Grand Duke Cosimo I de Medici. Finally in 1800 following the unity of Italy and in the period of Florence the capital, it also became the seat of Parliament. Inside you can visit the Government Halls and the Granducale family's private rooms renovated and embellished by Giorgio Vasari, as well as the Salone dei 500 (the most important attraction of the building), the halls and apartments of the Grand Duchess Eleonora of Toledo, also entirely frescoed by Vasari. At the end of the visit you can enjoy one of the best views of the city on the terrace located at the back of the building. The Palace is also the seat of the Municipality of Florence and from a century to today it is known as Palazzo Vecchio due to its past.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 12 times a day, 9:00 AM–2:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $200
- Child (ages 8–17)
- $63
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $223.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Palazzo Vecchio
Come and visit Florence and its history through guided tours like this, taking a dip in the history of this city and going back many centuries. Your local guide will accompany you on this visit to Palazzo Della Signoria which was built from the end of the 1200s and was the second seat of the Florentine Republic. In 1500, following the political rise of the Medici family, who became lords and masters of Florence, the Palazzo became the residence of Grand Duke Cosimo I de Medici. Finally in 1800 following the unity of Italy and in the period of Florence the capital, it also became the seat of Parliament. Inside you can visit the Government Halls of the Republic and the private rooms of the Granducale family renovated and embellished by the architect and chronicler Giorgio Vasari, appreciated by the Grand Duke. The main attraction of the Palazzo is the Salone dei 500, entirely frescoed by Giorgio Vasari, as well as the rooms and apartments of the Grand Duchess Eleonora di Toledo. Enjoy one of the best views of the city on the terrace located at the back of the Palace and end the visit in the Rooms where the ancient Florentine Republic used to meet (Sala dei Gigli, Hall of Geographical Maps, Hall of the last Chancellor of the Republic. Today the Palazzo is also the seat of the Municipality of Florence and from a century to today it is known as Palazzo Vecchio in its past.
What's included
Included
ticket with priority entry, private guide and earphones
Tower ticket
Palazzo Vecchio Museum Ticket
Not included
Transportation to and from the museum, food and drinks, tips
In case of rain, access to the Tower is suspended. The visit ends at the Camminamento di Ronda
In the event of extraordinary events, the 500 hall may be closed
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
9 reviews
How it compares in Florence
- Starting price $200 is 75% above the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Florence
Excurgo comparison of 3,220 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket take?
Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket cost?
Prices start at $200 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $223. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
How much does Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket cost for children?
Children aged 8–17 pay from $63, adults from $200.
Can I cancel Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is You can find our CITY FLORENCE TOURS office in Via dei Castellani 14 (18 red). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Palazzo Vecchio Private Tour + Arnolfo's Tower Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Florence Tours.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Worth doing for its historical context
The Vecchio is prob not at the top of the list of 'obvious' tours but its well worth doing, as it is closely intertwined with the history of the rulers of Florence and esp the Medici family. So it help sets the context for how for example the Uffizi and the other more well known aspects of Florence came to be. Martina our guide was fun and informative, the company City Florence Tours also well organised (I found some of the other local operators were not good, so be careful of the provider you choose).
C
Monumental view
Beautiful town hall! Get skip of the line tickets for the tower in ADVANCE (because of covid space is limited). Our tour guide was amazing and informative.
B
Worth it
Leonardo was knowledgeable and engaging. The tour included a pass to the top of the tower which is quite a hike but the view was amazing.
Operator response
Dear Bonnie, thank you for sharing such a positive experience! We are very happy that you enjoyed the Palazzo Vecchio tour with our tour guide Leonardo! We hope to see you again Florence to do other tours together. Greetings, CityFlorenceTours Staff
B
Brilliant Tour
Our Private Tour was brilliant, thanks to our wonderful guide Fabrizio. He helped us better understand the history of Florence and the part Palazzo Vecchio played (and still plays). The detail Fabrizio gave about The Hall of 500, and the Medici rooms throughout was excellent. Thoroughly recommend Fabrizio and the Private Tour, it might be more expensive than a general Tour, but the absence of headsets and the ability to ask whatever questions you have make it a value for money experience. The walk to the top of the tower was a great finish too!
Operator response
Dear Customer, thank you for your time and for your fanatstic comment. We are very happy that you enjoyed our private guided tour with Fabrizo inside the most important building of the city, the Palazzo Vecchio. We also really appreciate your explanation about the advantages that can be had by participating in a private guided tour. We hope to see you again in Florence, to do other tours together. Greetings, CityFlorenceTours Staff
B
Amazing Tour
Fabrizio from City Florence Tours was a brilliant guide on our visit to Palazzo Vecchio. He was excellent, from helping us through the Covid/Vaccination checks, to his knowledge and passion for Florence history in general and the Palazzo Vecchio in detail. The Hall of the 500 and the walk through the Medici rooms was exactly what we wanted. Being a private tour we didn't need to use headsets to hear which made it more informal and intimate than other tours we've been on. Thanks Fabrizio!
Operator response
Dear customer, Thank you for you time and for your fantastic review! Palazzo Vecchio is the most important monument in Florence, it represents the history of the city and we are happy that Fabrizio made your tour unique. Greetings, City Florence Tours Staff
M
Palazzo Vechio
We had a wonderful time. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions we had. It was great to hear a little history of the Medici family.
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R
Great tour and wonderful tour guide!
We had a great time on this tour! Our guide, Rosa, was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable and friendly. She walked us through each room and gave us the history of the rooms and the artworks. I highly recommend this tour if you’re able to go. And don’t forget to ask for Rosa!
Operator response
Dear customer, Thank you for you time and for your review! Palazzo Vecchio is fantastic and we are happy that Rosa made you appreciate all its rooms Greetings, City Florence Tours Staff
J
Awesome private tour of Palazzo Vecchio
We scheduled a private tour of Palazzo Vecchio not knowing what to expect. Our guide Valeria quickly convinced us that this is the only way to see any important monument in town. She was extremely knowledgeable about the Palazzo, the Medici and Florence history. She answered any and all questions we had. We strolled through the Palazzo with Valeria pointing out every little detail and providing all the historical background of what we saw. It was an absolute great experience.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Jorg, Thank you for sharing such a positive experience! It's important for us to know that our guides like Valeria made you appreciate a monument like Palazzo Vecchio Greetings, City Florence Tours Staff
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