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Pitti Palace & Boboli Gardens Private Tour

Visitor enjoying a sunny day at Boboli Gardens, Florence, with the Duomo in the background.
Pitti Palace interior with ornate paintings and sculptures, Florence, Italy.
Painting of mythological scene in Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace, Florence.
Pitti Palace exterior with visitors, Florence, Italy.

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

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Guided tour

On this private tour of Pitti Palace, you’ll enjoy priority access to the Medici residence and gardens along with insider scoops from your guide.

    • Skip the long queues and step straight into the Medici’s last and most lavish residence.

    • See Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio, and Rubens in the Palatine Gallery’s treasure-filled halls.

    • Walk through the royal apartments where dukes and kings shaped Florence’s history.

    • Enjoy the exclusivity of a small group (max 6) for deeper insights and direct access to your guide.

    • End with free time in the Boboli Gardens, an open-air museum of fountains, grottos, and city panoramas.

    • Private guided tour of Pitti Palace

    • Small group of max 6 people

    • Expert English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, or Portuguese-speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Skip-the-line access to Pitti Palace

    • Skip-the-line access to Boboli Gardens

    • Access to Bardini Gardens

    • Access to Palatine Gallery

    • Guided tour of Boboli Gardens
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • Skip the queues and step straight into Medici opulence with a guided palace tour, followed by self-paced exploration of Florence’s most iconic Renaissance gardens.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide at the Pitti Palace entrance and breeze past the ticket lines. Show your voucher and ID, clear airport-style security, and step inside without delay.

    What to expect

    Pitti Palace

    Florence’s grand royal residence, home to the Medici, kings of Italy, and even Napoleon’s sister.

    Palatine Gallery & Modern Art

    Over 500 Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, including works by Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio.

    Royal Apartments & Frescoes

    Walk through lavishly decorated halls where every ceiling and wall tells a story in marble and paint.

    Guided highlights

    Your expert leads you to key works like Sleeping Cupid, decoding hidden meanings and Medici intrigue.

    Boboli & Bardini Gardens

    Step outside into the “green theater” of Renaissance Florence: fountains, grottoes, sculptures, and panoramic views over the city.

  • What to bring

    • Your ticket/voucher and a valid photo ID for entry.

    • Comfortable attire suitable for a museum visit (dress code may apply).

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas (store them in the free cloakroom).

    • Food, beverages, and alcohol inside the museum.

    • Sharp objects, drones, professional photography gear, or flash photography.

    • Running or walking barefoot within the museum premises.

    • Pets, except for properly leashed guide and service animals with valid certification.

    • Keep mobile phones switched off or on silent mode.

    • Follow staff instructions at all times for a smooth visit.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible for people with reduced mobility.

    Additional information

    • Your personal information is protected under Italian Privacy Law and transmitted securely.

    • The experience operates rain or shine; weather conditions are managed by the operator.

    • For the best experience, arrive at the meeting point on time and follow all instructions from your guide.

    • Guests under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

    • Ensure that the first and last name, along with date of birth, is mentioned correctly, to process the reservation.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at City Florence Tours office.

    • Address: Via dei Castellani, 18 rosso, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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