{"id":11574,"date":"2023-03-30T14:18:55","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T18:18:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cf-staging.takewalks.com\/blog2\/?p=11574"},"modified":"2026-01-27T11:41:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T10:41:45","slug":"5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence","title":{"rendered":"9 Must-See Medici Attractions in Florence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s only a slight exaggeration to say that you could trip and fall in almost any direction in Florence and end up staring at a Medici landmark. Indeed the Medici family in Florence have been so instrumental in the city\u2019s transformation that it makes it difficult to imagine what a pre-Medici Florence looked like. You simply cannot overstate their importance to Florentine, Tuscan, and even Italian history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Whether you plan a Florence walking tour to discover Renaissance art, explore the city\u2019s museums, or seek out Medici history firsthand, you will quickly realize that Florence stands as a living testament to this legendary family\u2019s enduring legacy. So, here\u2019s a brief overview of the historic highlights of the Medici family. And a few of the many important Medici-related attractions in Florence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0024.jpg\" alt=\"Piazza della Signoria in Florence with the replica of the David Statue and the Uffizi in the background\" title=\"Walks_Florence in a Day WEB-0024\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs and symbols of the Medici family appear all over Florence<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#The_Medici_Family_in_Florence\" title=\"The Medici Family in Florence\">The Medici Family in Florence<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Whos_Who_Medici_Edition\" title=\"Who&#8217;s Who: Medici Edition\">Who&#8217;s Who: Medici Edition<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Giovanni_di_Bicci_de_Medici\" title=\"Giovanni di Bicci de&#8217; Medici\">Giovanni di Bicci de&#8217; Medici<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Cosimo_de_Medici\" title=\"Cosimo de&#8217; Medici\">Cosimo de&#8217; Medici<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Lorenzo_de_Medici\" title=\"Lorenzo de&#8217; Medici\">Lorenzo de&#8217; Medici<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Medici_Popes_Leo_X_Clement_VII_Pius_IV_and_Leo_XI\" title=\"Medici Popes: Leo X, Clement VII, Pius IV, and Leo XI\">Medici Popes: Leo X, Clement VII, Pius IV, and Leo XI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Anna_Maria_Luisa_de_Medici\" title=\"Anna Maria Luisa de&#8217; Medici\">Anna Maria Luisa de&#8217; Medici<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#The_Medici_Legacy_in_Florence\" title=\"The Medici Legacy in Florence \">The Medici Legacy in Florence <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Where_to_Visit_Medici_Attractions\" title=\"Where to Visit: Medici Attractions \">Where to Visit: Medici Attractions <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Palazzo_Medici-Riccardi\" title=\"Palazzo Medici-Riccardi\">Palazzo Medici-Riccardi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Palazzo_Vecchio_formerly_Palazzo_della_Signoria\" title=\"Palazzo Vecchio (formerly  Palazzo della Signoria)\">Palazzo Vecchio (formerly  Palazzo della Signoria)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Palazzo_Pitti_Boboli_Gardens\" title=\"Palazzo Pitti &amp; Boboli Gardens\">Palazzo Pitti &amp; Boboli Gardens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Uffizi_Gallery\" title=\"Uffizi Gallery\">Uffizi Gallery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#The_Medici_Family_Chapels\" title=\"The Medici Family Chapels\">The Medici Family Chapels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Other_Major_Sights_with_Ties_to_the_Medici\" title=\"Other Major Sights with Ties to the Medici\">Other Major Sights with Ties to the Medici<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Accademia_Museum\" title=\"Accademia Museum\">Accademia Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Vasari_Corridor\" title=\"Vasari Corridor\">Vasari Corridor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Biblioteca_Laurenziana\" title=\"Biblioteca Laurenziana\">Biblioteca Laurenziana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Bargello_Museum\" title=\"Bargello Museum\">Bargello Museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#FAQ_Medici_Landmarks_and_Visiting_Florence\" title=\"FAQ: Medici Landmarks and Visiting Florence\">FAQ: Medici Landmarks and Visiting Florence<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Which_museums_are_best_for_Renaissance_art_connected_to_the_Medici\" title=\"Which museums are best for Renaissance art connected to the Medici?\">Which museums are best for Renaissance art connected to the Medici?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#Are_Palazzo_Pitti_tickets_necessary_do_i_need_to_book_in_advance\" title=\"Are Palazzo Pitti tickets necessary, do i need to book in advance?\">Are Palazzo Pitti tickets necessary, do i need to book in advance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\/#How_can_I_learn_more_about_Medici_history_while_in_Florence\" title=\"How can I learn more about Medici history while in Florence?\">How can I learn more about Medici history while in Florence?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Medici_Family_in_Florence\"><\/span>The Medici Family in Florence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, let\u2019s clarify a couple of details about the Medici family in Florence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>You pronounce the surname MEH-dee-chee, with the emphasis on the first syllable. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The name comes from the Italian word for doctor, \u201cmedico,\u201d in its plural form. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, there is some debate about whether the family worked as doctors before they rose to prominence as bankers in the 15th century Regardless, their rise marks a turning point in both Medici history and the history of Florence itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whos_Who_Medici_Edition\"><\/span>Who&#8217;s Who: Medici Edition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giovanni_di_Bicci_de_Medici\"><\/span>Giovanni di Bicci de&#8217; Medici<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Giovanni di Bicci de\u2019 Medici founded the Medici Bank in 1397. Soon after, the bank elevated the family to the upper echelons of Florentine society. Giovanni set a precedent his heirs would largely follow. Instead of setting himself apart from the rest of Florence as royalty, which he could have easily done with his growing wealth, he blended in. He declined government positions and dressed his family in everyday clothing. Yet he continued to build wealth and stability for the family behind the scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cosimo_de_Medici\"><\/span>Cosimo de&#8217; Medici<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Giovanni\u2019s son, Cosimo, took over running the bank from his father in 1420. He set another precedent for which people will forever know the family: he began using a substantial portion of the family wealth to patronize the arts. For instance, Cosimo paid for Donatello\u2019s <em>David<\/em>, a bronze free-standing sculpture now on display in the Bargello Museum. During Cosimo\u2019s reign, the Medici became the Vatican\u2019s bankers, further cementing their wealth and status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cosimo.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosimo helped establish the Medicis as patrons and was perhaps the most influential Medici.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lorenzo_de_Medici\"><\/span>Lorenzo de&#8217; Medici<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosimo\u2019s grandson, Lorenzo, assumed the position at the head of the bank in 1469. People frequently refer to Lorenzo by his nickname, \u201cIl Magnifico,\u201d or \u201cThe Magnificent,\u201d a moniker he apparently gave himself. Lorenzo stands as perhaps the best-known Medici among tourists. This is because he\u2019s the one we have to thank for so much artwork by Michelangelo, da Vinci, and Botticelli. However, he didn\u2019t possess the business savvy his predecessors did. His oldest son, Piero, took over after Lorenzo died in 1492. However, 2 years later, Piero went into exile in 1494 and the bank quickly collapsed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medici_Popes_Leo_X_Clement_VII_Pius_IV_and_Leo_XI\"><\/span>Medici Popes: Leo X, Clement VII, Pius IV, and Leo XI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medici returned to prominent status in Florence in 1512 when Cosimo I became the first Grand Duke of Tuscany in 1569 by papal decree. During the 16th and early 17th centuries, the family also rose to power inside the Vatican. Indeed, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.papalartifacts.com\/the-medici-popes-on-papal-artifacts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">four became popes<\/a> (Leo X, Clement VII, Pius IV, and Leo XI), as well as French royalty (two became queens).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anna_Maria_Luisa_de_Medici\"><\/span>Anna Maria Luisa de&#8217; Medici<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The glittering dynasty ended in the 18th century when the last Medici, Anna Maria Luisa de\u2019 Medici, died in 1743. Upon her death, she bequeathed the vast majority of the family\u2019s art, palaces, and other belongings to the Tuscan state, with the provision that nothing would ever leave Florence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Medici_Legacy_in_Florence\"><\/span>The Medici Legacy in Florence <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, from the ambitious founding of a bank to Anna Maria Luisa\u2019s death 346 years later, the Medici family left countless indelible marks on Florence. You can visit the family\u2019s former homes and offices. You can go to the church where many Medici are buried. There are examples throughout the city of Medici-funded artwork, particularly due to the significant role Lorenzo\u2019s art patronage played in the Italian Renaissance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0003-david-statue.jpg\" alt=\"A woman holds up her cell phone to take\" title=\"Walks_Florence in a Day WEB-0003-david-statue\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs and symbols of the Medici family appear all over Florence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Visit_Medici_Attractions\"><\/span>Where to Visit: Medici Attractions <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to understand the cultural importance of the most famous family in Florentine history, start with these Medici attractions in Florence. As you map out your own Florence walking tour to uncover Medici history, make sure you include these essential sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Palazzo Medici-Riccardi: <\/strong>The family\u2019s first palatial home and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palazzo Vecchio: <\/strong>Their former seat of government and an icon of Florentine civic life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palazzo Pitti &amp; Boboli Gardens<\/strong>: The Medici\u2019s later residence, featuring spectacular gardens and museums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uffizi Gallery:<\/strong> Originally their business offices, now home to one of the world\u2019s most important art collections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medici Chapels:<\/strong> The grand mausoleums where generations of Medicis rest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Medici isn&#8217;t the only influential figure in this idyllic Italian town. If you want to find out more about Michelangelo&#8217;s David, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/florence-tours\/vip-florence-duomo-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VIP Florence Duomo Tour<\/a>. You will receive special early access to the halls of the Accademia Gallery &#8211; to see David. Plus, a skip-the-line ticket to the rooftop terraces of Santa Maria del Fiore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palazzo_Medici-Riccardi\"><\/span>Palazzo Medici-Riccardi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosimo built the first palatial Medici home in the mid-1400s. The three-story structure features increasingly refined stonework on each higher floor. Michelangelo lived in this palace as a young man.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is now called the Palazzo Medici-Riccardi for the family that bought it from the Medici in 1659. The palace houses both Florence\u2019s city government offices and a museum, which includes the Medici family\u2019s private gardens and chapel. Most Florence walking tours highlight this location, making it a must for anyone interested in Medici history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Palazzo_Medici_Riccardi_Florence_-_Galleria_09.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Palazzo Medici-Riccardi was one of the first palaces commissioned for the Medicis. Photo Credit: Manuela Musco<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palazzo_Vecchio_formerly_Palazzo_della_Signoria\"><\/span>Palazzo Vecchio (formerly  Palazzo della Signoria)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This originally began its life in the late 13th century as the Palazzo della Signoria. It served as a town hall until Cosimo I decided to move in in 1540.  It was Cosimo I who gave it its current name, Palazzo Vecchio, which means \u201cOld Palace,\u201d when he moved out less than a decade later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, although it once again serves as town hall, the palace also operates as a museum with several sections. Notably, the <em>Salone dei Cinquecento<\/em>, or Hall of the 500, displays enormous frescoes and a beautiful paneled ceiling. Art by Michelangelo and Donatello fills the space\u2014but the statue of <em>David<\/em> at the front door is a replica. The Palazzo Vecchio is an iconic stop on any Florence walking tour focused on Medici history and Renaissance art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/palazzaovecchio-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former Medici home Palazzo Vecchio is used administratively but still has a museum for visitors. Photo Credit: Marco Carlotti<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palazzo_Pitti_Boboli_Gardens\"><\/span>Palazzo Pitti &amp; Boboli Gardens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When Cosimo I moved out of the Palazzo della Signoria, he chose fancier digs across the river in the Palazzo Pitti. Built in the mid-15th century for another Florentine banker named Pitti, the palace became the Medici home in 1549. The palace also housed two ruling families after the Medici. Today, the Pitti contains five different museums, including the Palatine Gallery. This is where part of the Medici family\u2019s incredible collection of artwork is on display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medici also acquired land behind the palace, and Cosimo I\u2019s wife, Eleonora, transformed it into the spectacular Boboli Gardens. Covering roughly 11 acres, the gardens represent the biggest green space in the city. Their design inspired palace gardens throughout Europe. You will find grottoes, fountains, statues, and even an Ancient Egyptian obelisk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Palazzo Pitti ranks among the most popular Florence museums. The combined history, art, and peaceful gardens make it a highlight of any tour. If you plan to visit, secure your tickets in advance, especially during the busy season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pitti-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Behind this palace in Florence, you can explore the sprawling Boboli Gardens that Eleonora de&#8217; Medici had commissioned. Photo Credit: Hidden Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uffizi_Gallery\"><\/span>Uffizi Gallery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While most visitors to Florence have heard of the city\u2019s most famous art museum, not everyone knows that the Medici family once did business in the building itself. The Uffizi Gallery takes its name from the Italian word for \u201coffices\u201d, <em>uffizi<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosimo I commissioned the construction of the Uffizi. This was so that the family could house their business enterprises next door to the former Medici palace, the Palazzo della Signoria (now the Palazzo Vecchio). After the last of the Medici family died, the enormous structure, already filled with artwork, absorbed even more of the family\u2019s extensive art collection. <strong>In 1765, officials opened it to the public as a museum.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, the Uffizi art collection stands among the most remarkable in the world, especially for Italian Renaissance art. Notable masterpieces at the Uffizi include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Michelangelo\u2019s <em>Doni Tondo<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leonardo da Vinci\u2019s <em>The Annunciation<\/em> and <em>Adoration of the Magi<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raphael\u2019s <em>Madonna of the Goldfinch<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Titian\u2019s <em>Venus of Urbino<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caravaggio\u2019s <em>Bacchus<\/em> and <em>Medusa<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Artemisia Gentileschi\u2019s <em>Judith Beheading Holofernes<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Botticelli\u2019s <em>Primavera<\/em> and <em>The Birth of Venus<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Insider\u00b4s Tip: If you feel passionate about Renaissance art and Medici history, place the Uffizi at the top of your list! However, long lines often form at the Uffizi, especially during high season. So, if you want to see all the highlights with a knowledgeable guide, sign up for our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/florence-tours\/florence-in-a-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Florence in a Day Tour<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/uffizi.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Uffizi is one of the first modern museums. Photo Credit: Michelle Maria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Medici_Family_Chapels\"><\/span>The Medici Family Chapels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Florence contains dozens of famous tombs, but to see most of the Medici in one place, you need to visit the <strong>Basilica di San Lorenzo.<\/strong> The church houses two chapels, called the Medici Chapels, which serve as the final resting places for several family members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first, the New Sacristy, contains two enormous sarcophagi (with sculptures by Michelangelo) for two lesser-known Medici, Giuliano di Lorenzo and Lorenzo di Piero. Two more tombs, for Lorenzo \u201cIl Magnifico\u201d and his brother Giuliano, were never built. Their bodies lie, instead, under the altar near the entry. The founder of the Medici dynasty, Giovanni di Bicci de\u2019 Medici, also rests underfoot in the centre of the New Sacristy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will find tombs and funerary monuments to Medici Grand Dukes in the Chapel of the Princes, the second Medici Chapel. However, six tombs remain empty (the remains are actually in the basilica\u2019s crypt). This octagonal chapel features colorful slabs of marble and stone, topped by a dome that, from the exterior, resembles the one on the city\u2019s cathedral. Construction started in the early 17th century, but work continued through the mid-19th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, some 50 members of the Medici family lie in the basilica\u2019s crypt. These include Cosimo the Elder, who asked that his friend, Donatello, be buried nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/medici-chapel.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Florence&#8217;s Chapel of Princes, one of the Medici Chapels. Photo Credit: Randolph Croft<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Major_Sights_with_Ties_to_the_Medici\"><\/span>Other Major Sights with Ties to the Medici<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, you will find evidence of the Medici family\u2019s influence all over Florence. In no particular order, here are a few other places that wouldn\u2019t attract such attention if not for the Medici. When you build your own Florence walking tour, include these highlights to fully immerse yourself in Medici history and Renaissance art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accademia_Museum\"><\/span><strong>Accademia Museum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Michelangelo\u2019s stunning <em>David<\/em> originally stood at the entrance of the Palazzo Vecchio, a former Medici home. Nevertheless, in 1873, curators moved it to the purpose-built Galleria dell\u2019Accademia to protect it from further damage from the elements. This museum also houses a handful of other Michelangelo sculptures and the original plaster for Giambologna\u2019s <em>Rape of the Sabine Women<\/em>. The collection also includes a number of other paintings, and several historical musical instruments. Anyone interested in Renaissance art should not miss this Florence museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vasari_Corridor\"><\/span><strong>Vasari Corridor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the Medici family moved to the Palazzo Pitti across the Arno, they still kept their offices in the Uffizi. Walking to work through the busy streets wasn\u2019t ideal, so Cosimo I commissioned Giorgio Vasari to build what people now call the Vasari Corridor, a raised path for the family\u2019s commute. Today, you can visit the corridor only with guided tours, and its walls display unique artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0037Corridoio-Vasariano-bridge-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vasari Corridor and bridge in Florence filled with people over the Arno river on a summer day\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vasari Corridor helped the powerful Medici family move discretely from the Uffizi to the Boboli Gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biblioteca_Laurenziana\"><\/span><strong>Biblioteca Laurenziana<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as the Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana, this library inside the Basilica di San Lorenzo houses roughly 11,000 ancient and historic manuscripts. The core of these came from the Medici\u2019s private collection. Although it\u2019s not a lending library, visitors flock to see its Michelangelo-designed vestibule and reading room. For lovers of Medici history, this Florence museum brings the past to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bargello_Museum\"><\/span><strong>Bargello Museum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bargello is to sculpture what the Uffizi is to paintings. One of its most important pieces is the bronze <em>David<\/em> that Cosimo commissioned in the mid-1400s. Other sculptures in the museum\u2019s impressive collection include a <em>Bacchus<\/em> by Michelangelo, a bronze bust of Cosimo I by Cellini, and two contest entries for the commission of the \u201cGates of Paradise\u201d doors on the Duomo\u2019s Baptistery. The Bargello serves as a treasure trove for fans of both Renaissance art and Medici history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Bargello-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"castle in florence\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum within the Bargello is famous for its extensive collection of sculptures by renowned Renaissance artists such as Donatello, Michelangelo, and Giambologna. Photo credit: Terrasque<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Medici_Landmarks_and_Visiting_Florence\"><\/span>FAQ: Medici Landmarks and Visiting Florence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_museums_are_best_for_Renaissance_art_connected_to_the_Medici\"><\/span><strong>Which museums are best for Renaissance art connected to the Medici?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Uffizi Gallery and the Bargello Museum top the list for fans of Renaissance art. The Uffizi houses masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, da Vinci, and many others\u2014much of it collected or commissioned by the Medici. The Bargello is renowned for its sculpture collection, including Donatello\u2019s <em>David<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Palazzo_Pitti_tickets_necessary_do_i_need_to_book_in_advance\"><\/span><strong>Are Palazzo Pitti tickets necessary, do i need to book in advance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you should purchase Palazzo Pitti tickets in advance, especially during peak travel seasons, as the palace and its museums are some of the most popular attractions in Florence. Booking ahead ensures you won\u2019t miss out on exploring this pivotal Medici residence and the adjacent Boboli Gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_learn_more_about_Medici_history_while_in_Florence\"><\/span><strong>How can I learn more about Medici history while in Florence?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Join a guided Florence walking tour that focuses on Medici history and Renaissance art. Knowledgeable guides will bring the stories behind the landmarks and Florence museums to life.<br><strong>Tip: <\/strong>Ask all of your questions, at your own pace, on an exclusive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/category\/private-tours\/?utm_source=tw_cta&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=private_tours_2026\">Private tour <\/a>with a local guide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A marble statue of David by Michelangelo stands in Florence, showing his muscular torso, curly hair, and tense right arm.\" class=\"wp-image-22248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Walks_Florence-in-a-Day-WEB-0008.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Experience David by Michelangelo with your own eyes. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skip the long lines to climb to the top of the Duomo and slip into the Accademia Gallery before the crowds arrive to see Michelangelo\u2019s David with our&nbsp;<\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/florence-tours\/vip-florence-duomo-tour\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>VIP Florence Duomo Tour<\/strong><\/a><strong>! You\u2019ll not only receive early access to the Accademia and skip the line at Florence\u2019s majestic cathedral but learn many more insights into the influential Medici family.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> &#8230; <a title=\"9 Must-See Medici Attractions in Florence\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/5-must-see-medici-attractions-in-florence\" aria-label=\"More on 9 Must-See Medici Attractions in Florence\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":12342,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[639,637],"tags":[703,702,701],"ppma_author":[693],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Medici Family in Florence - 9 Must-See Attractions of their legacy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn about the Medici family in Florence. 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