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Private Tour of Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens

Renaissance Power and Grand Gardens: A Private Tour of Pitti Palace and Boboli

Are you interested in Italian Renaissance history and art, or looking for a unique, relaxing private tour in a less-crowded area of Florence? Choose this 4-hour private tour to explore two magnificent Florentine treasures, Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens, with a friendly, knowledgeable expert guide. This tour is perfect for first-time visitors who want an in-depth experience or those who have already seen the city’s main highlights.
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Itinerary Highlights

  • Pitti Palace: Enter the former residence of the powerful Medici family. Enjoy a fascinating exploration into their lives, their huge impact as patrons of the arts and their rivalries with other noble families.

  • Art Masterpieces: Admire an impressive collection of Renaissance paintings by masters such as Rubens, Titian and Raphael within the palace.

  • Boboli Gardens: Discover one of the greatest Italian Renaissance parks, a true open-air museum. Explore its beautiful statues, fountains, grottoes and an amphitheater.

Why book this tour

  • Exclusive Access: Skip the long general lines with pre-booked tickets for both the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens.

  • Personalized Experience: Spend 4 hours with a dedicated, licensed private guide, allowing you to tour at your own pace and focus on your specific interests.

  • In-Depth Knowledge: Delve into the lives of the powerful Medici family and the art they commissioned, gaining deep historical context.

  • Off-the-Beaten-Path: Explore the relaxing Oltrarno area, an excellent choice for a half-day tour away from Florence’s main crowds.

Description

Choose our Private Tour of Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens for a fabulous half-day strolling through the history and greenery of Renaissance Florence. This 4-hour private tour begins in the serene Oltrarno area, across the Arno River, where you will meet your fully licensed guide in front of the Pitti Palace entrance.

Inside the Palace, you will dive into the fascinating history of the Medici family, learning about their immense power and the cultural legacy they left behind. You will have the chance to admire world-class paintings by artists like Rubens and Raphael.

Next, your guide will lead you into the luscious Boboli Gardens. Serving as a premier example of Italian Renaissance garden design, the Boboli Gardens are adorned with stunning 16th to 18th-century sculptures and fountains. With your private guide by your side, you will be sure to navigate this expansive open-air museum without missing any of its hidden treasures.

Things to know before the tour

This tour is excellent for those with a keen interest in Renaissance art, the Medici family and grand European garden design.

Important information

We suggest you wear comfortable shoes, as a moderate amount of walking is involved in this tour.

This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

Cancellations 4 days or earlier prior to the scheduled tour are subject to a penalty.

Please note Tickets and reservation are strictly not refundable. If you cancel 4 days or earlier prior to the tour we will refund you partially for the price of guide only.

No refund will be provided if you cancel your tour within 4 days prior to the scheduled tour.

Meeting point

In front of Pitti Palace entrance, Piazza de’ Pitti 1, 50125 Firenze FI

Included

  • 4 hours private guide
  • Tickets for Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens

Excluded

Tips

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About the Tour

Offered in English, Spanish, French or German

Duration

4 hours

Level

Easy

Access

Limited accessibility

Audio

Private Tour

Dates and departures

Everyday except on Mondays and on the first Sunday of the month

Values

— What you won’t miss

You Will See

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Boboli Gardens

The Boboli Gardens represent one of the earliest and most spectacular examples of the Italian formal garden, serving as a magnificent "green architecture" extension behind the Pitti Palace. Explore this vast, terraced park, a masterwork of Renaissance landscaping featuring monumental fountains, grottoes, classical statues and stunning views of the Florentine skyline.
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Pitti Palace

The Pitti Palace is a massive Renaissance palace and one of Florence's largest architectural monuments, once the principal residence of the powerful Medici family and later the seat of Italian royalty. Today, it hosts several major museums, including the Palatine Gallery with its Raphael and Titian masterpieces, offering visitors a lavish glimpse into the domestic life and art collections of Italy's grandest ruling families.

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