Is the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour in Florence free?

Yes. It is one of 3 free self-guided audio tours of Florence in the Itinerarly app. Some sights charge their own entry ticket.

How long does the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour take?

About 2 h 10 for 3 stops, including time at each stop.

Where does the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour start and finish?

It starts at Palazzo Vecchio and finishes at Boboli Gardens.

Which languages is the narration in?

English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, with natural-sounding synthetic voices.

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In the Footsteps of the Medici: free self-guided audio tour of Florence

In the Footsteps of the Medici is a free self-guided audio walking tour of Florence, Italy: 3 stops in about 2 h 10. The Itinerarly app walks you from one stop to the next and plays a short narrated story when you arrive, in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.

Stops	3
Duration	about 2 h 10, including time at each stop
Difficulty	Moderate
Distance	about 998 m in straight lines between the stops (a little more on foot)
Start	Palazzo Vecchio
Finish	Boboli Gardens
Price	Free (some sights charge their own entry ticket)
Languages	English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese

Palazzo Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens.

The stops, in order

Palazzo VecchioPalazzo Vecchio is the historical political heart of Florence, majestic over Piazza della Signoria with its crenellated Arnolfo Tower. Originally the seat of the Florentine Republic, it became the residence of Cosimo I de' Medici in the 16th century. Inside, you will discover the sumptuous Salone dei Cinquecento, adorned with monumental frescoes recounting Florence's military victories, and private apartments richly decorated by Giorgio Vasari.
Palazzo Pitti↳ 675 m from the previous stop (straight line)Pitti Palace is a colossal monument on the left bank of the Arno, serving as the primary residence for the Grand Dukes of Tuscany and later the Kings of Italy. This massive Renaissance palace, purchased by Eleanor of Toledo, wife of Cosimo I de' Medici, now houses several prestigious museums, including the Palatine Gallery. Its state rooms are filled with masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, and Rubens, presented within the authentic setting of a princely…
Boboli Gardens↳ 322 m from the previous stop (straight line)Located directly behind the Pitti Palace, the Boboli Gardens are one of the most famous and refined examples of the Italian-style garden. Designed by the Medici, they served as a model for many European courts, including Versailles. This open-air garden-museum is a green labyrinth adorned with fantastical grottos like the Buontalenti Grotto, majestic ponds, and ancient and Renaissance statues.

How to take this tour

Install the free Itinerarly app on iPhone or Android and create a free account.
Open Guided tours, choose Florence, then In the Footsteps of the Medici.
Start whenever you like: the app guides you to Palazzo Vecchio and the story plays when you arrive at each stop.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour in Florence free?: Yes. It is one of 3 free self-guided audio tours of Florence in the Itinerarly app. Some sights charge their own entry ticket.
How long does the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour take?: About 2 h 10 for 3 stops, including time at each stop.
Where does the In the Footsteps of the Medici tour start and finish?: It starts at Palazzo Vecchio and finishes at Boboli Gardens.
Which languages is the narration in?: English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, with natural-sounding synthetic voices.