Is visiting the museum really worth it?

Absolutely, it’s not only Florence’s historic town hall but also a living museum filled with Renaissance art, political history, and sweeping views from the tower.

Do I need tickets to enter Palazzo Vecchio?

Yes, tickets are required to enter the museum areas of Palazzo Vecchio, including the grand halls and private chambers. The main courtyard, however, can be visited for free.

Should I book my tickets in advance?

It’s highly recommended, especially in peak season, as time slots can sell out quickly. Advance booking also saves you around 30-60 minutes of waiting time in queues.

Is entry free on Sundays?

Entry is not free every Sunday, but Palazzo Vecchio often participates in Italy’s free museum day (the first Sunday of each month).

How much time should I plan to spend inside?

Most visitors spend around 1.5 to 2 hours exploring the museum, or closer to 3 hours if you include the tower climb or a guided tour.

Is a guided tour of the palace worthwhile?

Yes. Guided tours offer access to areas like the Secret Passages and bring to life the stories of the Medici, making the visit far more immersive.

Why are separate tickets required for the Arnolfo Tower?

Since access is limited and involves a steep staircase climb, the Arnolfo Tower requires a separate ticket and timed entry for safety reasons.

Is climbing the tower safe?

Yes, though the 223 steps are steep and narrow. It may not be suitable for visitors with mobility issues, heart conditions, or fear of heights. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Are combo tickets a good option?

Yes. Combo tickets that pair Palazzo Vecchio with the Uffizi or Accademia allow you to skip queues and cover multiple landmarks in one day or on separate days, often at a cost-effective value.

What is the cancelation policy for Palazzo Vecchio tickets?

It depends on the ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund if canceled within 48 hours, others cannot be canceled, amended or refunded.

Can I visit Palazzo Vecchio with children?

Definitely. Kids often enjoy the grand halls, frescoes, and interactive exhibits. The tower climb can also be exciting for older children, though strollers aren’t allowed.

Is there a dress code for visiting?

No strict dress code applies, but as it is a historic civic and ceremonial building, modest attire is appreciated. Comfortable shoes are advisable for the tower climb.

Palazzo Vecchio Tickets | Skip-the-Line Entry & Guided Tours

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Micaela

United States

Jun 2025

5/5

laila was a great host! it felt easy and smooth with her help. we enjoyed all the art palazzo Vecchio had to offer. Suprised to find out you needed separate admission to climb the tower which was disheartening. Thank you for the easy access to tickets!

James

United States

May 2025

5/5

Our tour guide Martha, was very passionette and friendly. The history/background she provided was very informative. I don't think you get as much out of a tour doing it on your own.

Erik

Jul 2025

5/5

We had a lovely time visiting the palazzo Vecchiano. Our guide Laura did an amazing job. She was very knowledgable, told about the general history as well as some great anecdotes, and at a very agreable pace. Thank you for the amazing experience.

Alexis

Canada

May 2025

5/5

Note: Great tour, poor meeting instructions from Headout. The tour was really special! If you enjoy seeing secret rooms, learning about the people who lived in these buildings, and learning more about the craftsmanship, then this is the tour for you! By far my favorite visit in Florence. After the tour, we were then able to visit the rest of Palazzo Vecchio, so overall a great experince. HOWEVER, please do not follow the instructions on the Headout app or email. GO TO THE TICKET OFFICE to get your tickets, THEN they will tell you where to meet your guide. The app told us to wait where we were, and we almost missed our tour.

Helen

May 2025

5/5

The tour itself was fabulous. Christina was knowledgable, very informative and engaging, and she had many great insights about the Medici family. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the secret, hidden away places in the Palazzo Vecchio and would recommend it for anyone coming to Florence. However, the instructions on our confirmation email were misleading. I was instructed to stand just inside the door of the Palazzo and wait for the guide (pic of email attached). But I really needed to go to the pre-bookings ticket office first, then wait for the guide at the lion in the courtyard. Because of this, we missed our scheduled tour - fortunately, there was availability on the next one so we didn't miss out. The women at the ticket office were very helpful.

Evelyn

United States

Jun 2025

5/5

Used the audio! To listen to each part of the museum. It was clean and well preserved! Tower steps had handrails and windows kept it very cool!

Things to know before booking Palazzo Vecchio tickets

Entry type and upgrade

Skip-the-line entry: Bypass the usual 30–60 minute wait at the onsite ticket queue and head straight to the palace after a quick security check with skip-the-line entry.
Audio guide: Upgrade your self-paced visit with a multilingual audio guide (English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, French, & Dutch), offering insights into the museum’s Medici legacy.

Guided tours

Regular guided tours (up to 20 guests): Cover 50+ rooms in 2 hours with a licensed guide (Italian or English) and priority entry.
Small-group tours (up to 14 guests): Enjoy a more personal experience with fewer crowds, available in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish.

Special access

Arnolfo Tower access: The palace’s watchtower is on the second floor, once used by the city’s guardsmen. Entry requires a separate ticket, available either as a standalone visit or combined with the full museum experience, with priority access at each point.
Secret Passages guided tour: You can also access Medici family’s hidden cabinets on a special guided tour that includes a full expert-led museum experience with priority entry at the main entrance.

Palazzo Vecchio + Gallery Combos: Enhance your palace visit with a combo ticket to either the Accademia Gallery or the Uffizi Gallery. Both options include priority access at each site and the flexibility to choose your visit day.

Partial accessibility: The museum’s ground floor, courtyard, and first floor are wheelchair-friendly, though upper floors and the Arnolfo Tower require stairs. The Accademia and Uffizi Galleries are fully accessible, equipped with elevators and ramps.

Ticket type	Duration	Includes	Best for	Recommended ticket
Standard entry	Flexible	Skip-the-line	Independent, budget-friendly	Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line
Guided tour	1.5–2 hrs	Skip-the-line + Guide + Small group of up to 14 (optional) + Secret Passages tour (optional)	Deeper insight into Medici heritage	Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour
Tower access	Flexible	Skip the line to Arnoflo Tower	Panoramic views and guarded walkways	Arnoflo Tower Tickets
Combo with Arnolfo Tower	Flexible	Skip the line to Palazzo Vecchio and Arnolfo Tower	End-to-end experience of the palace	Combo with Arnolfo Tower
Combo with Uffizi Gallery	Flexible, pick your day of visit at each site	Skip the line access to both	Immersive artistic experience	Combo with Uffizi Gallery
Combo with Accademia	Flexible, pick your day of visit at each site	Skip the line access to both with hosted entry at the Accademia	Wide variety of art & architecture	Combo with Accademia Gallery

A Renaissance courtyard with columns, vaults, and sculptural details that serve as the palace’s introduction. It reflects both the fortress roots and civic function of the building.

✅Access: Included with standard tickets

The palace’s vast ceremonial hall, once the stage for Medici power, is adorned with monumental frescoes and grand decorations. This is where politics, art, and history meet under one roof.

✅ Access: Included with standard tickets

Lavishly decorated private rooms once used by the Medici family. Rich with frescoes, gilded ceilings, and symbolic décor, they reveal the personal lives behind the public power.

✅ Access: Included with standard tickets

Hidden stairways and doors once used by the Medici to move unseen. This tour unveils Duke Cosimo I’s private stairway and Francesco I’s Studiolo, a secret chamber of artifacts.

❌ Access: Upgrade required

A 95-meter watchtower offering sweeping views of Florence, reached via 233 medieval steps past guard walkways and cells. Entry is limited for safety, with timed admission.

❌ Access: Separate ticket required

Daily: 9am - 7pm

Thursday: 9am - 2pm

Closed on: Christmas (January 25) and Easter

Last admission: 1 hour before closing time
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled visit.

Best time of the year/month to visit: Spring (Apr–Jun) or early autumn (Sep–Oct) for good weather and lighter crowds; skip the first Sunday of the month when free entry brings long queues.

Best time of day to the visit: Arrive at opening or after 4 PM for a calmer visit.

Address: Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Find on maps

Getting there

Train: From Santa Maria Novella Station, it’s a 15-minute walk through Florence’s historic center.
Bus: Lines C2 and C3 stop at Condotta or Galleria degli Uffizi, a short walk away.
Tram: Line T2 → Unità stop (10-minute walk).
Car/Parking: Limited ZTL (restricted traffic zone). Paid parking available at Garage Palazzo Vecchio or Garage dei Tintori.

Skip the hour-long ticket queues to explore Florence's historically rich townhall-turned-museum.

Everything you get: Skip the lines to the Medici palace at your chosen time. The tickets give you access to see the gilded columns of the Courtyard of Michelozzo, the Hall of the Five Hundred, and Medici chambers on the upper floors.
Why choose this: This is the most budget-friendly way to explore the museum freely, at your own chosen time, all without hours of queue.
Upgrades: Add a multilingual audio guide to get in-depth historical commentaries on all the museum exhibits or join an English guided tour and get an expert's insights on the museum's heritage.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
Digital audio guide to download on your phone, available in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Dutch & Portuguese (as per option selected)
English guided tour (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
If you’re opting for an audio guide, please carry your headphones to listen to it.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the museums.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside exhibition spaces.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are prohibited in exhibition areas.
Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly forbidden within museum premises.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible. While the ground floor is accessible via a ramp, the upper floors pose challenges as they have no elevators.

Additional information

Please note that you will need to pass through the mandatory security checks at the museum's entrance.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Get fast-track access to the Medici fortress and its 95-meter watchtower for 360° views of Florence in one booking.

Everything you get: Skip the ticket lines at Palazzo Vecchio to explore Michelozzo’s courtyards, Vasari’s artworks at the Hall of the Five Hundred at your own pace. Then bypass queues to climb the Arnolfo Tower’s 233 steps for 360° views of medieval Florence, from Giotto’s Bell Tower to the Ponte Vecchio.
Why choose this: You get to skip two queues at each entrance, saving hours of exploration time in a cost-effective combo with the freedom of self-paced discovery.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio and the Arnolfo Tower

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the both the entry points in Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Visitors must leave all umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or stroller, and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.

Additional information

The entry to the Arnolfo Tower is located within the palace on the second floor in the Hall of Lilies area. You can begin your climb from here.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

From civic power to dynastic rule & now a museum, learn 700 years of palace history with a licensed guide.

Everything you get: Breeze past the crowds and explore the museum with a licensed guide in a group of up to 20 guests.
Why choose this: Trace Savonarola’s rise in the Hall of Five Hundred and step into the Medici’s private apartments to decode works by Bronzino and Vasari as your local expert brings medieval Florentine history to life. You can cover 500 artworks and 40 grand halls without missing a detail.
Upgrades: Personalize your visit with a small-group tour (max 14 guests) or take a guided walk up the Duke Gualtieri’s hidden stairway to uncover secret cabinets and artifacts.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio with skip-the-line entry
An expert English or Italian speaking guide (as per option selected)
A group of up to 20 guests
Small group tour of up to 14 guests only available in English, Italian, French and German (as per option selected)
English guided tour of the secret passages (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the museums.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside exhibition spaces.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are prohibited in exhibition areas.
Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly forbidden within museum premises.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible. While the ground floor is accessible via a ramp, the upper floors pose challenges as they have no elevators.

Additional information

Please note that you will need to pass through the mandatory security checks at the museum's entrance.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Save up to 3 hours of total waiting time with skip-the-line access at Florence’s two top-tier attractions in one easy booking.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Breeze past the crowds and save up to an hour of waiting at the palace. Discover the famous Putto with Dolphin fountain in the courtyard, Donatello’s bold Judith and Holofernes, and the Medici’s private chambers filled with Renaissance art.
Everything you get at Accademia: Skip-the-lines, saving up to 2 hours and get assisted entry with a host. Stand before Michelangelo’s David, explore the Hall of Prisoners, and see masterpieces by Botticelli and Ghirlandaio at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: You save up to 3 hours of waiting time and get to explore the attractions at your pace instead. Perfect for a flexible and self-paced visit, at a cost-effective price.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
Skip-the-line hosted entry to Accademia Gallery

Palazzo Vecchio

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket to the entrance of Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags are not allowed and must be left in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible to wheelchair users with the ground floors having ramps but no elevators to the upper floors.

Additional information

You will have to pass the mandatory security checks before entering the museum.

Accademia Gallery

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket to show to your host at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Large bags or backpacks are not allowed as the museum does not have a cloakroom. Free luggage storage may be included with your tickets; check your ticket details before heading to the museum.

Accessibility

All halls, galleries, and the ground floor washroom near the elevator are accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

These tickets allow you to skip entry lines but not security checks. Everyone entering the museum has to undergo a security check to ensure safety.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

See 5 centuries of artistic treasure, from Vasari to Da Vinci at the two great halls of Florence with zero ticket queue hassle.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Skip the crowds and explore the palace at your own pace. See gilded art in the Hall of Lilies, marvel at over 50 hand-painted world maps in the Hall of Maps, and conclude with the intimate frescoes of Eleanor’s Chambers.
Everything you get at Uffizi Gallery: Enjoy fast-track access to the gallery to stand before Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, trace Leonardo’s early genius, and uncover Michelangelo’s rare panel painting.
Why choose this combo: The two landmarks are only about 20 meters apart, making it the ideal combo, With the flexibility to choose your day of visit, you also get to save up to 2 hours of queue time and explore the attractions at your own pace.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery

Palazzo Vecchio

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the info point of Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Visitors must leave all umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

The palace is only partially accessible to wheelchair users with ramps on the ground floor but no elevators to the upper floors.

Additional information

Before entering the museum you will need to go through the mandatory security checks.

Uffizi Gallery

What to bring

Bring a valid passport or ID card for entry.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and umbrellas are not allowed inside; these must be left in the cloakroom.
Food and drinks are not permitted.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted.

Accessibility

The Uffizi Gallery is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
Accessible restrooms are available on site. Staff are trained to assist visitors with mobility needs.

Additional information

All visitors are required to undergo a mandatory security check.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Unravel Medici mysteries in corridors and rooms hidden from the public, on an exclusive tour!

Follow an expert guide up the narrow passages of Duke Gualtieri’s medieval stairway, and through a door concealed by a painting.
Enter an intriguing private study, and view the coffered ceiling of the ‘Hall of the 500’ from a unique perspective.
With your skip-the-line tickets, freely walk through the rest of Palazzo Vecchio.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
English guided tour of the secret passages

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Save big as you experience Florence’s rich Renaissance heritage at two grand landmarks.

This cost-saving combo provides you priority access to the Medici Chapels and Palazzo Vecchio.
Discover the Medici Chapels, home to the New Sacristy, elaborate tombs, and the grand Cappella dei Principi.
Bypass the usual two-hour queue at Palazzo Vecchio to admire sculptures like Michelangelo’s Genius of Victory, and breathtaking frescoes.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels and Palazzo Vecchio
Free audio guide app, which can be downloaded on your smartphone

Exclusions

Hotel transfers

Meals

Check out the La sala grande. Giorgio Vasari per Cosimo I de’ Medici exhibition in Palazzo Vecchio, if you are visiting before March 6, 2025.
Palazzo Vecchio is the seat of the city council. Therefore, when institutional ceremonies are scheduled, the museum may be totally or partially closed to the public.
Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the information point of Palazzo Vecchio.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Skip the hour-long ticket queues to explore Florence's historically rich townhall-turned-museum.

Everything you get: Skip the lines to the Medici palace at your chosen time. The tickets give you access to see the gilded columns of the Courtyard of Michelozzo, the Hall of the Five Hundred, and Medici chambers on the upper floors.
Why choose this: This is the most budget-friendly way to explore the museum freely, at your own chosen time, all without hours of queue.
Upgrades: Add a multilingual audio guide to get in-depth historical commentaries on all the museum exhibits or join an English guided tour and get an expert's insights on the museum's heritage.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
Digital audio guide to download on your phone, available in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Dutch & Portuguese (as per option selected)
English guided tour (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.
If you’re opting for an audio guide, please carry your headphones to listen to it.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the museums.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside exhibition spaces.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are prohibited in exhibition areas.
Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly forbidden within museum premises.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible. While the ground floor is accessible via a ramp, the upper floors pose challenges as they have no elevators.

Additional information

Please note that you will need to pass through the mandatory security checks at the museum's entrance.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Get fast-track access to the Medici fortress and its 95-meter watchtower for 360° views of Florence in one booking.

Everything you get: Skip the ticket lines at Palazzo Vecchio to explore Michelozzo’s courtyards, Vasari’s artworks at the Hall of the Five Hundred at your own pace. Then bypass queues to climb the Arnolfo Tower’s 233 steps for 360° views of medieval Florence, from Giotto’s Bell Tower to the Ponte Vecchio.
Why choose this: You get to skip two queues at each entrance, saving hours of exploration time in a cost-effective combo with the freedom of self-paced discovery.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio and the Arnolfo Tower

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the both the entry points in Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Visitors must leave all umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or stroller, and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.

Additional information

The entry to the Arnolfo Tower is located within the palace on the second floor in the Hall of Lilies area. You can begin your climb from here.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

From civic power to dynastic rule & now a museum, learn 700 years of palace history with a licensed guide.

Everything you get: Breeze past the crowds and explore the museum with a licensed guide in a group of up to 20 guests.
Why choose this: Trace Savonarola’s rise in the Hall of Five Hundred and step into the Medici’s private apartments to decode works by Bronzino and Vasari as your local expert brings medieval Florentine history to life. You can cover 500 artworks and 40 grand halls without missing a detail.
Upgrades: Personalize your visit with a small-group tour (max 14 guests) or take a guided walk up the Duke Gualtieri’s hidden stairway to uncover secret cabinets and artifacts.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Palazzo Vecchio with skip-the-line entry
An expert English or Italian speaking guide (as per option selected)
A group of up to 20 guests
Small group tour of up to 14 guests only available in English, Italian, French and German (as per option selected)
English guided tour of the secret passages (as per option selected)

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking for entry verification.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the museums.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside exhibition spaces.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are prohibited in exhibition areas.
Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly forbidden within museum premises.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible. While the ground floor is accessible via a ramp, the upper floors pose challenges as they have no elevators.

Additional information

Please note that you will need to pass through the mandatory security checks at the museum's entrance.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Save up to 3 hours of total waiting time with skip-the-line access at Florence’s two top-tier attractions in one easy booking.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Breeze past the crowds and save up to an hour of waiting at the palace. Discover the famous Putto with Dolphin fountain in the courtyard, Donatello’s bold Judith and Holofernes, and the Medici’s private chambers filled with Renaissance art.
Everything you get at Accademia: Skip-the-lines, saving up to 2 hours and get assisted entry with a host. Stand before Michelangelo’s David, explore the Hall of Prisoners, and see masterpieces by Botticelli and Ghirlandaio at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: You save up to 3 hours of waiting time and get to explore the attractions at your pace instead. Perfect for a flexible and self-paced visit, at a cost-effective price.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
Skip-the-line hosted entry to Accademia Gallery

Palazzo Vecchio

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket to the entrance of Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags are not allowed and must be left in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

The museum is partially accessible to wheelchair users with the ground floors having ramps but no elevators to the upper floors.

Additional information

You will have to pass the mandatory security checks before entering the museum.

Accademia Gallery

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket to show to your host at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Large bags or backpacks are not allowed as the museum does not have a cloakroom. Free luggage storage may be included with your tickets; check your ticket details before heading to the museum.

Accessibility

All halls, galleries, and the ground floor washroom near the elevator are accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

These tickets allow you to skip entry lines but not security checks. Everyone entering the museum has to undergo a security check to ensure safety.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

See 5 centuries of artistic treasure, from Vasari to Da Vinci at the two great halls of Florence with zero ticket queue hassle.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Skip the crowds and explore the palace at your own pace. See gilded art in the Hall of Lilies, marvel at over 50 hand-painted world maps in the Hall of Maps, and conclude with the intimate frescoes of Eleanor’s Chambers.
Everything you get at Uffizi Gallery: Enjoy fast-track access to the gallery to stand before Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, trace Leonardo’s early genius, and uncover Michelangelo’s rare panel painting.
Why choose this combo: The two landmarks are only about 20 meters apart, making it the ideal combo, With the flexibility to choose your day of visit, you also get to save up to 2 hours of queue time and explore the attractions at your own pace.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery

Palazzo Vecchio

What to bring

Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the info point of Palazzo Vecchio.

What’s not allowed

Visitors must leave all umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags in the cloakroom.

Accessibility

The palace is only partially accessible to wheelchair users with ramps on the ground floor but no elevators to the upper floors.

Additional information

Before entering the museum you will need to go through the mandatory security checks.

Uffizi Gallery

What to bring

Bring a valid passport or ID card for entry.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and umbrellas are not allowed inside; these must be left in the cloakroom.
Food and drinks are not permitted.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted.

Accessibility

The Uffizi Gallery is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
Accessible restrooms are available on site. Staff are trained to assist visitors with mobility needs.

Additional information

All visitors are required to undergo a mandatory security check.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Unravel Medici mysteries in corridors and rooms hidden from the public, on an exclusive tour!

Follow an expert guide up the narrow passages of Duke Gualtieri’s medieval stairway, and through a door concealed by a painting.
Enter an intriguing private study, and view the coffered ceiling of the ‘Hall of the 500’ from a unique perspective.
With your skip-the-line tickets, freely walk through the rest of Palazzo Vecchio.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Vecchio
English guided tour of the secret passages

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Save big as you experience Florence’s rich Renaissance heritage at two grand landmarks.

This cost-saving combo provides you priority access to the Medici Chapels and Palazzo Vecchio.
Discover the Medici Chapels, home to the New Sacristy, elaborate tombs, and the grand Cappella dei Principi.
Bypass the usual two-hour queue at Palazzo Vecchio to admire sculptures like Michelangelo’s Genius of Victory, and breathtaking frescoes.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels and Palazzo Vecchio
Free audio guide app, which can be downloaded on your smartphone

Exclusions

Hotel transfers

Meals

Check out the La sala grande. Giorgio Vasari per Cosimo I de’ Medici exhibition in Palazzo Vecchio, if you are visiting before March 6, 2025.
Palazzo Vecchio is the seat of the city council. Therefore, when institutional ceremonies are scheduled, the museum may be totally or partially closed to the public.
Please present a valid photo ID along with your ticket at the information point of Palazzo Vecchio.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Tickets

Skip the hour-long ticket queues to explore Florence's historically rich townhall-turned-museum.

Everything you get: Skip the lines to the Medici palace at your chosen time. The tickets give you access to see the gilded columns of the Courtyard of Michelozzo, the Hall of the Five Hundred, and Medici chambers on the upper floors.
Why choose this: This is the most budget-friendly way to explore the museum freely, at your own chosen time, all without hours of queue.
Upgrades: Add a multilingual audio guide to get in-depth historical commentaries on all the museum exhibits or join an English guided tour and get an expert's insights on the museum's heritage.

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Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Flexible duration

Audio guide

Guided tour

Combos

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Combo (Save 5%): Palazzo Vecchio + Arnolfo Tower Skip-the-Line Tickets

Get fast-track access to the Medici fortress and its 95-meter watchtower for 360° views of Florence in one booking.

Everything you get: Skip the ticket lines at Palazzo Vecchio to explore Michelozzo’s courtyards, Vasari’s artworks at the Hall of the Five Hundred at your own pace. Then bypass queues to climb the Arnolfo Tower’s 233 steps for 360° views of medieval Florence, from Giotto’s Bell Tower to the Ponte Vecchio.
Why choose this: You get to skip two queues at each entrance, saving hours of exploration time in a cost-effective combo with the freedom of self-paced discovery.

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Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

From civic power to dynastic rule & now a museum, learn 700 years of palace history with a licensed guide.

Everything you get: Breeze past the crowds and explore the museum with a licensed guide in a group of up to 20 guests.
Why choose this: Trace Savonarola’s rise in the Hall of Five Hundred and step into the Medici’s private apartments to decode works by Bronzino and Vasari as your local expert brings medieval Florentine history to life. You can cover 500 artworks and 40 grand halls without missing a detail.
Upgrades: Personalize your visit with a small-group tour (max 14 guests) or take a guided walk up the Duke Gualtieri’s hidden stairway to uncover secret cabinets and artifacts.

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1 hr. 15 min. - 2 hr.

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Combo (Save 5%): Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Tickets + Accademia Gallery Hosted Entry Tickets

Save up to 3 hours of total waiting time with skip-the-line access at Florence’s two top-tier attractions in one easy booking.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Breeze past the crowds and save up to an hour of waiting at the palace. Discover the famous Putto with Dolphin fountain in the courtyard, Donatello’s bold Judith and Holofernes, and the Medici’s private chambers filled with Renaissance art.
Everything you get at Accademia: Skip-the-lines, saving up to 2 hours and get assisted entry with a host. Stand before Michelangelo’s David, explore the Hall of Prisoners, and see masterpieces by Botticelli and Ghirlandaio at your own pace.
Why choose this combo: You save up to 3 hours of waiting time and get to explore the attractions at your pace instead. Perfect for a flexible and self-paced visit, at a cost-effective price.

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Combo (Save 5%): Palazzo Vecchio + Uffizi Gallery Skip-the-Line Tickets

See 5 centuries of artistic treasure, from Vasari to Da Vinci at the two great halls of Florence with zero ticket queue hassle.

Everything you get at Palazzo Vecchio: Skip the crowds and explore the palace at your own pace. See gilded art in the Hall of Lilies, marvel at over 50 hand-painted world maps in the Hall of Maps, and conclude with the intimate frescoes of Eleanor’s Chambers.
Everything you get at Uffizi Gallery: Enjoy fast-track access to the gallery to stand before Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, trace Leonardo’s early genius, and uncover Michelangelo’s rare panel painting.
Why choose this combo: The two landmarks are only about 20 meters apart, making it the ideal combo, With the flexibility to choose your day of visit, you also get to save up to 2 hours of queue time and explore the attractions at your own pace.

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Palazzo Vecchio Secret Passages Skip-the-Line English Guided Tour

Unravel Medici mysteries in corridors and rooms hidden from the public, on an exclusive tour!

Follow an expert guide up the narrow passages of Duke Gualtieri’s medieval stairway, and through a door concealed by a painting.
Enter an intriguing private study, and view the coffered ceiling of the ‘Hall of the 500’ from a unique perspective.
With your skip-the-line tickets, freely walk through the rest of Palazzo Vecchio.

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Combo (Save 5%): Medici Chapels + Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Tickets

Save big as you experience Florence’s rich Renaissance heritage at two grand landmarks.

This cost-saving combo provides you priority access to the Medici Chapels and Palazzo Vecchio.
Discover the Medici Chapels, home to the New Sacristy, elaborate tombs, and the grand Cappella dei Principi.
Bypass the usual two-hour queue at Palazzo Vecchio to admire sculptures like Michelangelo’s Genius of Victory, and breathtaking frescoes.

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