Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens Guided Tour

This two-hour small-group tour explores the history of the powerful Medici dynasty, visiting the grand Pitti Palace and its beautiful gardens. The palace, built for the Pitti family and acquired by the Medici in 1549, houses the Palatine Gallery, showcasing masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio, including Raphael’s Madonna of the Chair. The opulent frescoes and horror vacui design reflect Medici wealth and power. The tour continues to the Boboli Gardens, a model for European royal gardens like Versailles, featuring Buontalenti’s Grotto, the Neptune Fountain, and the Amphitheatre, blending art, nature, and history. After the tour, you’ll receive a 24-hour ticket to explore the palace and museum independently, giving you time to relax and enjoy the surroundings further.