Palazzo Pitti tours

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Palazzo Pitti in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Portraits of the Duke and Duchess of Urbino by Piero della Francesca at Uffizi
Paintings in the Pitti Palatine Gallery in Florence
Lion stucco at Palazzo Pitti
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery in Florence
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Portraits of the Duke and Duchess of Urbino by Piero della Francesca at Uffizi
Paintings in the Pitti Palatine Gallery in Florence
Lion stucco at Palazzo Pitti
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery in Florence
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Palazzo Pitti in Florence
Portraits of the Duke and Duchess of Urbino by Piero della Francesca at Uffizi
Paintings in the Pitti Palatine Gallery in Florence
Lion stucco at Palazzo Pitti
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery in Florence
Guided Tours
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Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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€64
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1 hr. 30 min.
  • Wondering how to experience Pitti Palace, one of the grandest residences in Florence? Try out a guided tour that includes the Royal Apartments and Palatine Gallery.
  • An expert English, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide provides insight into the Medici dynasty and their role in Florence’s politics, culture, and economy.
  • Browse through the private collection of the Medici family at Palatine Gallery, discovering works like The Concert by Titian and Artemisia Gentileschi's St. Mary Magdalen.
  • Wondering how to experience Pitti Palace, one of the grandest residences in Florence? Try out a guided tour that includes the Royal Apartments and Palatine Gallery.
  • An expert English, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide provides insight into the Medici dynasty and their role in Florence’s politics, culture, and economy.
  • Browse through the private collection of the Medici family at Palatine Gallery, discovering works like The Concert by Titian and Artemisia Gentileschi's St. Mary Magdalen.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery with skip-the-line entry
  • Expert English, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • Access to the Royal Apartments and temporary exhibitions
  • Tip: Fascinated with the works of Raphael? Find the elegant Woman with a Veil in the Jupiter Room, and the mystical Ezekiel's Vision in the Saturn Room of Palatine Gallery.
  • Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed in the exhibition areas.
  • Mobile phones must be turned off or at least placed in silent mode.
  • It is forbidden to run or walk barefoot in the museum premises.
  • Shutterbugs, take note: Photography with any professional equipment including the use of flash and drones is a no-go inside the venue.
  • Pets cannot tag along for this experience, with the exception of guide dogs and service animals, properly leashed and with a public medical certificate.
  • From the square, the slope to the entrance of the Pitti Palace is rather steep (with a maximum gradient of 20%), so a companion is recommended for wheelchair users.
  • From the courtyard, you can take the stairs or lifts to access the Palatine Gallery (1st floor). The lifts are located on the right side near the cloakroom.
  • Facilities: free cloakroom storage.
  • Backpacks, bags, umbrellas and other large objects must be stored in the cloakroom prior to entry.
  • Guests under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery
Grotto of Moses, historic plumbing inside Pitti Palace
Visitors in the Boboli Gardens at Pitti Palace in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Boboli Gardens
Fountain in the Boboli Gardens
Visitors at the Boboli gardens in Florence
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery
Grotto of Moses, historic plumbing inside Pitti Palace
Visitors in the Boboli Gardens at Pitti Palace in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Boboli Gardens
Fountain in the Boboli Gardens
Visitors at the Boboli gardens in Florence
Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery
Grotto of Moses, historic plumbing inside Pitti Palace
Visitors in the Boboli Gardens at Pitti Palace in Florence
View of Palazzo Pitti and fountain from the Boboli Gardens
Boboli Gardens
Fountain in the Boboli Gardens
Visitors at the Boboli gardens in Florence
Guided Tours
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Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery & Boboli Gardens Guided Tour

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€98
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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3 hr.
  • Skip the lines and delve into the Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery and Boboli Gardens with a passionate guide, unlocking Renaissance secrets.
  • Walk in the footsteps of the Medici, Florence's most powerful family, with exclusive access to their grand residence, the Pitti Palace.
  • See iconic works by Raphael, Pietro Perugino, and Riminaldi, housed in the opulent Palatine Gallery, alongside captivating frescoes.
  • Escape the crowds on a stroll through the Boboli Gardens, once a playground of Medici nobles. Be sure to look for hidden grottos!
  • A small group tour means personalized attention and ample time to ask questions, ensuring an enriching and interactive experience.
  • Skip the lines and delve into the Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery and Boboli Gardens with a passionate guide, unlocking Renaissance secrets.
  • Walk in the footsteps of the Medici, Florence's most powerful family, with exclusive access to their grand residence, the Pitti Palace.
  • See iconic works by Raphael, Pietro Perugino, and Riminaldi, housed in the opulent Palatine Gallery, alongside captivating frescoes.
  • Escape the crowds on a stroll through the Boboli Gardens, once a playground of Medici nobles. Be sure to look for hidden grottos!
  • A small group tour means personalized attention and ample time to ask questions, ensuring an enriching and interactive experience.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery & Boboli Gardens with entry
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Headsets for groups of 3+
  • Tip: Head to Piazzale Michelangelo, a short walk from Pitti Palace, for panoramic views of Florence bathed in the golden hues of the setting sun.
  • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years and over the age of 80 years.
  • Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 12 people.
  • Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed in the exhibition areas.
  • Mobile phones must be turned off or at least placed in silent mode.
  • It is forbidden to run or walk barefoot in the museum premises.
  • Shutterbugs, take note: Photography with any professional equipment including the use of flash and drones is a no-go inside the venue.
  • Pets cannot tag along for this experience, with the exception of guide dogs and service animals, properly leashed and with a public medical certificate.
  • From the square, the slope to the entrance of the Pitti Palace is rather steep (with a maximum gradient of 20%), so a companion is recommended for wheelchair users.
  • From the courtyard, you can take the stairs or lifts to access the Palatine Gallery (1st floor). The lifts are located on the right side near the cloakroom.
  • The entire Boboli Gardens area is pedestrianized, and is not accessible by vehicle; if you have a disability badge, you can park nearby.
  • Facilities: free cloakroom storage.
  • Backpacks, bags, umbrellas and other large objects must be stored in the cloakroom prior to entry.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
People looking at the statue of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria in the Medici district of Florence.
Small group of tourists exploring the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, admiring art with a guide, on a skip-the-line tour
The iconic domes of the Medici Chapels, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence.
 The Vasari Corridor connecting the banks of the river Arno in Florence
Palazzo Pitti, Florence Italy
Sculpture at Boboli Gardens, Florence
Blooming wisteria tunnel at Bardini gardens, Florence
Porcelain museum in Bardini gardens, Florence
People looking at the statue of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria in the Medici district of Florence.
Small group of tourists exploring the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, admiring art with a guide, on a skip-the-line tour
The iconic domes of the Medici Chapels, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence.
 The Vasari Corridor connecting the banks of the river Arno in Florence
Palazzo Pitti, Florence Italy
Sculpture at Boboli Gardens, Florence
Blooming wisteria tunnel at Bardini gardens, Florence
Porcelain museum in Bardini gardens, Florence
People looking at the statue of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria in the Medici district of Florence.
Small group of tourists exploring the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, admiring art with a guide, on a skip-the-line tour
The iconic domes of the Medici Chapels, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence.
 The Vasari Corridor connecting the banks of the river Arno in Florence
Palazzo Pitti, Florence Italy
Sculpture at Boboli Gardens, Florence
Blooming wisteria tunnel at Bardini gardens, Florence
Porcelain museum in Bardini gardens, Florence
Guided Tours
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Medici's Mile Guided Walking Tour with Boboli Gardens Tickets

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€49
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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2 hr.
  • Combine your stroll through an entire district filled with Medici family constructions with convenient entry to the Boboli Gardens.
  • Pass by Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's town hall, which overlooks Signoria Square! Spot Vasari's Corridor and learn of its history from an expert guide.
  • The gardens hold numerous species of ornamental flowers, huge sculptural waterworks like the Artichoke Fountain, and quirky buildings like the Kafeehaus.
  • Tree branch archways offer perfect shade and mesmerizing foliage, many of which are found in Cypress Lane.
  • Combine your stroll through an entire district filled with Medici family constructions with convenient entry to the Boboli Gardens.
  • Pass by Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's town hall, which overlooks Signoria Square! Spot Vasari's Corridor and learn of its history from an expert guide.
  • The gardens hold numerous species of ornamental flowers, huge sculptural waterworks like the Artichoke Fountain, and quirky buildings like the Kafeehaus.
  • Tree branch archways offer perfect shade and mesmerizing foliage, many of which are found in Cypress Lane.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of the Medici district
  • Entry Boboli Gardens
  • Access to the Porcelain Museum & Bardini Gardens
  • Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide
  • Multilingual assistance at the meeting point

Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Boboli Gardens
  • Pro tip: Drinking fountains are located near the Garden of Madama, the Knight's Garden, the Grotto of Adam and Eve, and the Meadow of the Columns at Boboli.
  • Shutterbugs, take note: Photography with any professional equipment including the use of flash and drones is a no-go inside the venue.
  • Pets cannot tag along for this experience, with the exception of guide dogs and service animals, properly leashed and with a public medical certificate.
  • The entire Boboli Gardens area is pedestrianized, and is not accessible by vehicle; if you have a disability badge, you can park nearby.
  • Guests under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Palazzo Pitti Guided Tours

The Pitti Palace, a part of the UNESCO Heritage site, was once the residence of the Medici family, as well as the House of Habsburg-Lorraine and the Kings of Italy. Today, it houses five museums, each offering unique and incredible collections. You can explore the palace's rich history, art collections, and architectural details on a guided tour. Find curated tour options and essential information for a fulfilling experience.

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Why take a Pitti Palace tour?

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Which Palazzo Pitti tour is best for you?

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Skip-the-line tours

Duration: 1.5 - 3 hours
Suited for: Solo travelers, couples
Ticket price: Adults over 18 yrs: from €58; Between 6-17 yr: €30; Under 5 yr: free

  • Bypass the usual long queues at the Pitti Palace & Palatine Gallery entrance, saving time and maximizing your visit.
  • Expert guides will enrich your visit with fascinating anecdotes about the palace's previous owners, their contributions to its expansion, and insights into the diverse range of artifacts and artists featured within.
  • Professional multilingual guides ensure you have a seamless and comfortable experience.

Recommended tickets:

  • Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery Guided Tour
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Combo tours

Duration: 3 hours
Suited for: Budget, first-time travelers
Ticket price: Adults over 18 yrs: from €98; Between 6-17 yr: €48; Under 5 yr: free

  • By opting for a combo tour, you maximize your time and value for money while enjoying priority access.
  • This curated tour allows you to seamlessly transition between the opulent interiors of the Pitti Palace, the masterpieces of the Palatine Gallery, and the lush landscapes of the Boboli Gardens, all under the expert guidance of knowledgeable tour guides.

Recommended tours:

  • Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery & Boboli Gardens Guided Tour

What to expect on a Pitti Palace tour?

A typical Pitti Palace tour starts with a visit to the Palatine Chapel on the ground floor, followed by exploration of the Galleria Palatina on the first floor. Here, you'll encounter over 500 Renaissance masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio, as well as the Royal Apartments, featuring luxurious furnishings and decorative arts, providing insight into the lifestyle of the Medici family and later grand dukes.

Moving to the second floor, you'll discover the Gallery of Modern Art, showcasing works from the 18th and 19th centuries, and the Costume Gallery. You can also visit other museums such as the Silver and Carriages Museum.

Conclude your tour with a stroll through the beautiful Boboli Gardens. Your guide will lead you through all the highlights and exciting corners of these lavish gardens.

Frequently asked questions about Pitti Palace tours

How much does a Pitti Palace tour cost?

The cost of Pitti Palace tours can vary based on the type of experience you select. Guided tours of Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery start at €58.

What is the best Pitti Palace tour?

The best Pitti Palace tours depend on your personal preferences. Here are our top hits:
- If you're looking an excusive Pitti tour - Pitti Palace and Palatine Gallery Guided Tour starts from €58.
- If you seek a comprehensive experience - Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery & Boboli Gardens Guided Tour starts from €98.

Why should I opt for a guided tour of the Pitti Palace and what does it include?

A guided tour of the Pitti Palace provides expert commentary and insights into the palace's rich history and art collections. The guided tour typically includes entry to the palace, the Palatine Gallery, the Royal Apartments, and sometimes the Boboli Gardens. The tour is led by an English-speaking guide who provides a comprehensive overview of the palace's history, art collections, and notable features.

What is the cost of the guided tour compared to a regular ticket?

Guided tours are more expensive than regular tickets, reflecting the added value of expert commentary and insights. You will probably be paying about €15 to €20 more for their knowledge. These tickets also include skip-the-line access so not only do you get a better, more immersive experience, but you also get ahead of the crowds.

How long does a Pitti Palace guided tour last?

A Pitti Palace guided tour typically lasts between 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on the particular tour you choose and the itinerary.

In what languages are the tours available?

The tours are available in English, Spanish, and Italian, depending on the tour.

What does the Pitti Palace guided tour cover?

The Pitti Palace guided tour covers the palace's main attractions, including the Palatine Gallery, the Royal Apartments, and sometimes the Boboli Gardens. The tour provides a comprehensive overview of the palace's history, art collections, and notable features, including works by Raphael, Titian, Tintoretto, and Rubens. The tour also includes skip-the-line access, allowing visitors to bypass the crowds and enjoy a more immersive experience.

Do the tours include skip the line access?

Yes, some tours include skip-the-line access, such as the Pitti Palace, Palatine Gallery & Boboli Gardens Guided Tour.

Can I cancel a booked Pitti Palace tour?

Yes, some tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Are there any age restrictions for the guided tours?

Most tours have age restrictions, such as the Pitti Palace Boboli Garden & Palatina Gallery Guided Tour, which is suitable for ages 6-80 with a maximum of 12 per group.

Are audio guides available as an alternative to a human guide?

Sadly, we don't have audio guides at the moment. You can inquire at Pitti Palace office when you show your ticket if they have any.

Are there any areas of the palace that are accessible only with a guided tour?

No, there are no areas of Pitti Palace that are accessible only with a guided tour. All areas of the museum are open to visitors for self exploration.

Is there a meet-up point for the tours, and where is it located?

Yes, there is a meet-up point for the tours, which is typically at the main entrance of Pitti Palace.

Do the guides have professional training or certifications related to the museum?

Yes, the guides are professionally trained and certified, imparting in-depth knowledge about the Pitti palace, its artworks and the Boboli Gardens.

What happens if I am late?

If you are late, you may miss the tour, and there are no refunds for missed tours.