The Palaces of the Medici Family in Florence Virtual Tour
Step back into the golden age of the Renaissance and explore the palaces of the Medici family, the powerful dynasty that transformed Florence into the cradle of art and culture. Through this virtual journey, we’ll uncover the stories, ambitions, and artistic treasures hidden within their grand residences.
Our tour begins at Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the first Medici palace, designed by Michelozzo for Cosimo the Elder. With its harmonious proportions, graceful courtyard, and the celebrated Chapel of the Magi by Benozzo Gozzoli, it perfectly reflects the elegance and influence of the family’s early years.
We then move to Palazzo Vecchio, the political heart of Florence. Once the seat of the Republic, it became the official residence of Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici and a symbol of power and civic pride. Inside, every hall and fresco tells the story of Florence’s transformation under Medici rule.
Finally, we’ll visit this lesser-known yet fascinating residence, home to Maria Maddalena de’ Medici, sister of Cosimo II. With its elegant elevated corridor connecting to the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, it offers a glimpse into private Medici life and the refinement of 17th-century Florence.
Join us on this fascinating virtual journey and discover how the Medici palaces became living monuments to art, power, and the enduring legacy of Florence’s most influential family.
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The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!
ℹ️ How much does the virtual tour cost?
Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget.
❗Please note❗: To ensure the sustainability of the project, we regularly monitor the donations received, based on participation in previous tours, and, if necessary, we may apply participation limits or suspend accounts.This is essential to maintain the quality of our tours, ensure fairness, and continue rewarding the valuable work of our guides. You can leave a tip here:
How to Join:
The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name). After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.