Florence:Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-line Ticket & Audio Guide
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Discover Palazzo Vecchio, the town hall of Florence, with an audio. Explore Medici's Palace, and hear stories, legends, and about its extensive historical significance.
Highlights
- Marvel at art pieces by masters like Giorgio Vasari, Donatello, and Verrocchio
- Take in grand spaces that reflect the wealth and power of the Medici family
- Gaze up at the colorful ceiling frescos in the Hall of the Five Hundred
- Capture pictures of intricate frescoes, grand halls, and detailed sculptures
- Save while in Florence with by skipping the line to see this popular attraction
Description
Meet your host in-front of Main Door and beside David Statue which is on the right side of the Fountain of Neptune statue in Florence and listen as they provide some fascinating information about the Palazzo Vecchio before taking you to the skip-the-line entrance to this Town Hall that was founded in 1299 and built to showcase the grandeur of Renaissance Florence. Be greeted by the elegant arches, columns, and frescoes depicting city views and mythological scenes in the Courtyard of Michelozzo, designed by architect Michelozzo Michelozzi in the 15th century. Enter the Hall of the Five Hundred (Salone dei Cinquecento) a vast hall built to accommodate the meetings of the Grand Council of Florence that features gilded decorations, epic military frescos, and a monumental statue of Hercules and Cacus by Bandinelli. Look up in the hall to see paintings that celebrate the life of Cosimo I. Be surrounded by the artistry and architectural brilliance of the Renaissance where each room tells a story of the city's political and cultural history, from the Medici family's rule to the Republic of Florence.Includes
Host assistance and information at the meeting point Palazzo Vecchio Museum skip-the-line ticket Audio GuideImportant Information
- Must Bring headsets/Airpods for your phone for the audio guide.