Medici Chapels Florence: Private Tour & Art History
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Overview
Florence: Medici Chapels Private Guided Tour offers a deep dive into the opulent burial place of the Medici family, nestled within the Church of San Lorenzo. This walking tour is perfect for art lovers and history buffs eager to uncover the secrets of the Renaissance.
With a private guide, visitors will explore the Cappella dei Principi, a stunning chapel adorned with mosaics and frescoes. They’ll also venture into the Crypt of the Lorenas, where notable figures like Cosimo the Elder and Lorenzo the Magnificent rest. The New Sacristy, designed by Michelangelo, awaits with masterpieces like the Dawn and Dusk sculptures.
This experience includes a licensed guide who speaks the language of the customer, hear phones if they are needed, and admission ticket to Medici Chapels. The tour also includes pick up at your centrally located accommodation. Please note that it excludes drop-off at your hotel.



Highlights
Exclusive Access: Skip the long lines with priority admission to the Medici Chapels.
Expert Guidance: Learn about the Medici family and the hidden stories behind the art.
Michelangelo's Masterpieces: See Michelangelo's sculptures of Dawn and Dusk in the New Sacristy.
Personalized Experience: Enjoy a private tour tailored to individual interests and questions.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, praising the knowledgeable guides and the chance to skip the lines. However, some felt the tour could be paced better with some minor issues.

Customers loved learning a lot about the Medici family.
Many visitors thought their tour guide was very nice.
Visitors mentioned the tour was good to avoid long lines.
Customers loved the experience provided exclusive access.
Some customers wished they had more time to spend at certain spots.
A few visitors found the tour a bit too long for their liking.
The Journey
Medici Chapels
Step into the Medici Chapels, a breathtaking mausoleum complex showcasing the immense wealth and influence of Florence's Medici dynasty. Within the San Lorenzo complex, be awestruck by the opulent marble interiors and Michelangelo's stunning sculptures in the New Sacristy. Explore the Chapel of the Princes, adorned with intricate pietra dura inlays, and delve into the family's artistic patronage, political power, and enduring legacy. This is more than just a chapel; it's a powerful statement of dynastic ambition and artistic genius, offering a deep dive into Renaissance Florence's golden age.
Know Before You Go
This private guided tour includes a licensed guide, admission ticket to the Medici Chapels, and hear phones if necessary. Pick-up is available at your centrally located accommodation. Drop-off at your hotel is not included.
Hot Tip
Many visitors suggest wearing comfortable shoes, as this is a walking tour with a lot of standing. Also, arrive a few minutes early to your pickup location to ensure the tour starts on time.