Palazzo Vecchio Secret Tour: Lunch or Gelato Option
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Overview
The Small-Group Palazzo Vecchio Secret Passages Tour with Lunch or "Gelato" offers an emotional discovery of the Palazzo Vecchio's hidden locations. These secret areas are not usually open to the public, making this small-group tour a unique experience. Visitors will explore the famous Palazzo Vecchio and its Salone dei Cinquecento, accessing places off-limits to most.
The tour takes guests through the narrow medieval stairway of Duke Gualtieri and reveals a hidden path behind a painting. Participants can admire the impressive coffered ceiling of the Salone dei Cinquecento, gaining a different perspective on the Medicean Palace. The experience provides an intriguing look into Florentine history and art.
After the guided tour, guests enjoy a taste of Florence with a Tuscan lunch at a traditional restaurant in the city center or a delicious gelato, depending on the option selected. This memorable visit is led by a local expert, with entrance tickets included.




Highlights
Explore Secret Passages: Discover hidden areas of Palazzo Vecchio, usually closed to the public.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more personal and intimate tour with a limited group size.
Expert Local Guide: Learn about the history and art of the palace from a professional guide.
Lunch or Gelato Included: Savor a traditional Florentine lunch or delicious gelato after the tour.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally rave about the unique access and knowledgeable guides, making it a memorable experience despite minor drawbacks.

Customers loved discovering hidden passages and secret rooms within the Palazzo Vecchio.
They found the guides to be knowledgeable and engaging, making the history come alive.
Many enjoyed the small group size, which allowed for a more intimate experience.
The lunch or gelato option was a tasty way to end the tour.
Some found the secret passages to be smaller and less impressive than they expected.
A few mentioned that the lunch location was crowded.
The Journey
Palazzo Vecchio
An imposing palace known for its famous Salone dei Cinquecento, now offering access to previously hidden passages and areas.
Duke Gualtieri’s Medieval Stairway
A narrow passageway offering a glimpse into the medieval architecture and history of the palace.
Salone dei Cinquecento
A grand hall within Palazzo Vecchio, known for its impressive size and ornate coffered ceiling.
Medicean Palace
Explore the historical Palace of the Medici family in a different and intriguing prospect.
Typical Florentine Restaurant
Enjoy an authentic Florentine lunch in a restaurant located in the heart of Florence.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a guided tour of the Palazzo Vecchio Secret Passages in a small group, led by a local professional guide. Depending on the chosen option, it also includes a Tuscan lunch in a typical restaurant or a gelato tasting. The entrance ticket to Palazzo Vecchio, which includes temporary exhibitions (additional charge may apply), is also included. What is not included is lunch or gelato for children aged 0-6 years (to be paid on the spot) and drinks, which are also to be paid on the spot.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking and climbing stairs. Bringing a water bottle is advisable, especially during warmer months.