About this experience
Explore Palazzo Vecchio, the symbol of civic power in Florence for centuries. Learn about the rich history and art of the residence of the Medici family with an engaging audioguide.
Highlights
- Admire masterpieces by celebrated artists of the Renaissance
- Enter the Salone dei Cinquecento and admire Vasari's works of art
- Ascend Arnolfo's Tower for a breathtaking panorama of the Tuscan hills (optional)
- Learn about the history of the Palazzo Vecchio with an audio or multimedia guide
What's included
- Palazzo Vecchio skip-the-ticket-line admission ticket
- 7-inch tablet multimedia guide or audioguide (depending on option selected)
- Access to Arnolfo's Tower (if option selected)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Palazzo Vecchio is the heart of Florence. Built in 1299 to house the leaders of the medieval city it is the symbol of the city’s history.
The golden age of Palazzo Vecchio began when the Medici family decided to turn it into a real palace, making it the family residence. During your visit, you’ll be able to admire the architecture of the palazzo, and its sculptures and paintings, and learn about its rich and complex history over the centuries.
Your visit to the Palazzo Vecchio will be enhanced with a choice of an audioguide available in five languages—Italian, English, Spanish, French, and German—or a multimedia guide on a 7-inch tablet that provides fascinating audio-video narration with images in high definition and spectacular 3D re-creations.
Upgrade your experience to include Arnolfo's Tower, and enjoy the fantastic views from the tower's summit. Visit the tower first, then head to the museum 1 hour later.
Terms & conditions
You will be asked to leave a valid ID at the ticket office in order to pick up the multimedia guide
Your ticket is valid for the selected time you have chosen
Audio guides are the same for both children and adults
Access to certain areas may be restricted when an event is taking place
Access to Arnolfo's Tower is not permitted to children aged 0-6. Those aged 7-17 must be accompanied by an adult
Access to the Arnolfo's Tower may be suspended in case of rain. You may access the battlements
On 16, 22, 23, 24, and 25 September, the Hall of 500 will be closed to the public