Discover the fascinating history of the Medici family with a visit to Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens, two of Florence's most iconic sites.
With our two-hour small-group tour, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the glorious past of this powerful dynasty, exploring the palace and its rooms rich in art and culture, with its magnificent gardens. The tour begins with a visit to Pitti Palace, a huge residence that was bought in 1549 by the Medici family, the great lords of Florence. Originally built for the Pitti family in the 15th century, the palace is a true masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and is one of the grandest and most majestic palaces in the city. Thanks to our expert guide, you will be able to discover the most interesting areas of the palace, including the Palatine Gallery: it houses an extraordinary collection of paintings by the greatest Renaissance artists, such as Raphael, Titian and Caravaggio. Among the works on display, you can admire Raphael's famous masterpiece, the Madonna of the Chair, a painting of extraordinary beauty that gently captures the bond between the Madonna and Child. Each room is decorated with opulence and magnificent frescoes, showing the wealth and power of the Medici. The Palatine Gallery also follows the concept of horror vacui, in which every available space is filled with paintings and decorations, offering a unique spectacle of opulence and artistic density.
After exploring the magnificent palace, the tour continues to the Boboli Gardens, a true open-air museum and one of the most important examples of Italian gardens. Designed to offer guests an immersive experience in nature and art, the garden was the model for many European royal gardens, including Versailles. During this walk, you will discover works of extraordinary beauty such as Buontalenti's Grotto, the Neptune Fountain and the Amphitheatre. A perfect combination of history, art and nature that will leave you astounded. At the end of your visit, you can enjoy a break at one of the nearby cafés or in the garden, surrounded by the tranquillity and beauty of the place. Finally, your guide will provide you with a ticket valid for 24 hours so that you can see the remaining parts of the huge museum in total autonomy and enjoy the beauty it has to offer.
