Delve into the heart of Florence to uncover the history of one of the most powerful families of the Renaissance. With your tickets to the Medici Chapels, you will explore the family mausoleum at your own pace with an audio guide. You'll admire some of Michelangelo's most important works!
Activity Details
Inside the Basilica of San Lorenzo, you'll find the final resting place of some of the most influential members of the Medici family. Learn about figures like Lorenzo the Magnificent and Giuliano de'Medici, and discover the splendor and intrigue that marked their legacy.
This tour is conducted with an audio guide in English, which allows you to explore every corner of this impressive architectural complex at your own pace. For approximately 1 hour, you can immerse yourself in the Renaissance atmosphere of the period and uncover the storied past behind each work of art.
What to Expect
Your tickets to the Medici Chapels will grant you access to two of the most important areas of the complex:
- Chapel of the Princes: This lavish octagonal room will leave you speechless. As the mausoleum of the grand dukes of the family, it stands out for its spectacular decoration of marble and precious stones. A testament to the immense power of the Medici!
- New Sacristy: This is one of Michelangelo's masterpieces. This burial space, designed by the Renaissance genius, contains the tombs of Lorenzo, Duke of Urbino, and Giuliano, Duke of Nemours. Decorating the tombs, you'll be captivated by the famous allegorical sculptures of Day and Night and Dawn and Dusk, unique creations by Michelangelo that symbolize the passage of time. Every detail carved into the stone is sure to fascinate you!
Guided Tour
If you prefer to take a tour accompanied by a guide, take a look at our guided tour of the Medici chapels. It's a truly comprehensive tour!
