Medici Chapels Florence walking tour: dynasty mausoleum visit

Michelangelo's New Sacristy and the marble Chapel of the Princes, where the Medici buried their power

A two-hour guided walking tour of Florence centered on the Medici Chapels, the dynasty's mausoleum, with exterior views of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Florence Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio. The guide leads you inside the chapels to see Michelangelo's sculptures and the marble decorations that made the Medici burial place one of the city's greatest artistic treasures. Children from age 6 are welcome; admission to the chapels costs €11 per person, paid in cash on site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Medici landmarks in Florence

• Visit Medici Chapels interior
• Admire Palazzo Medici Riccardi exterior
• See Florence Cathedral exterior
• View Palazzo Vecchio exterior

The Experience

Two hours takes you through the landmarks that built Florence's Renaissance identity. You start inside the Medici Chapels, the mausoleum where art, faith and family ambition converge. The Chapel of the Princes rises in marble and stone, a statement of wealth and permanence. The New Sacristy, designed by Michelangelo, holds some of his most extraordinary sculptures—the figures that made his name. A guide walks you through the story of how the Medici rose from merchants to the family that bankrolled the Renaissance itself.

From the chapels, the route moves through Florence's historic center. You see Palazzo Medici Riccardi from the outside, the 15th-century residence that announced the family's power through its rusticated stone façade and sober, imposing structure. The Florence Cathedral appears next, its white, green and pink marble and Brunelleschi's famous dome marking the city's artistic ambition. Palazzo Vecchio closes the walk—the fortress-like town hall overlooking Piazza della Signoria, still Florence's seat of government, ringed with statues that speak to civic power.

The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or another language depending on the departure. All areas are wheelchair accessible, and the pace suits all fitness levels. Bring cash for the chapel admission if you haven't paid in advance.

What’s included

• Guided tour with live guide.
• access inside the Medici Chapels.
• exterior views of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Florence Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Viva Charlie Tours

Is this one for you?The two-hour pace is steady walking through Florence's center without long stops, so it suits travelers who want to understand the Medici story through their landmarks without spending a full day on one family.

Top questions

What is inside the Medici Chapels that makes them worth the visit?

The Medici Chapels hold the Chapel of the Princes, decorated in marble, and the New Sacristy designed by Michelangelo, which contains some of his most celebrated sculptures. The site is the mausoleum of the Medici dynasty and shows how the family turned their burial place into one of Florence's greatest artistic treasures.

How much does it cost to enter the Medici Chapels?

Admission to the Medici Chapels costs €11 per person and is paid in cash on site; it is not included in the tour price.

Can I bring my young children on this walking tour?

Children are welcome from age 6. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What else do I see besides the Medici Chapels?

After the chapels, the tour includes exterior views of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the 15th-century family residence; Florence Cathedral with Brunelleschi's dome; and Palazzo Vecchio, the city's historic town hall overlooking Piazza della Signoria.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options nearby are also wheelchair accessible.

What language is the guide in?

The guide leads the tour in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or one additional language depending on the departure you choose.