Is the San Lorenzo & the Market 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 San Lorenzo & the Market tour take?

About 1 h 45 for 3 stops, including time at each stop.

Where does the San Lorenzo & the Market tour start and finish?

It starts at Basilica of San Lorenzo and finishes at Laurentian Library.

Which languages is the narration in?

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

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San Lorenzo & the Market: free self-guided audio tour of Florence

San Lorenzo & the Market is a free self-guided audio walking tour of Florence, Italy: 3 stops in about 1 h 45. 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 1 h 45, including time at each stop
Difficulty	Easy
Distance	about 450 m in straight lines between the stops (a little more on foot)
Start	Basilica of San Lorenzo
Finish	Laurentian Library
Price	Free (some sights charge their own entry ticket)
Languages	English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese

San Lorenzo basilica, the Laurentian Library and the Mercato Centrale.

The stops, in order

Basilica of San LorenzoThe Basilica of San Lorenzo was the parish church of the Medici family, located in the heart of their historical district. Although its facade remains unfinished and raw, the interior is a masterpiece by Brunelleschi, filled with harmony and mathematical balance. However, the true gem lies in the Medici Chapels, housing the New Sacristy designed by Michelangelo.
Mercato Centrale↳ 206 m from the previous stop (straight line)The Mercato Centrale in Florence is an essential stop to capture the city's popular and gourmet soul. Housed in a monumental iron and glass building from the late 19th century, this traditional market is a feast for the senses. On the ground floor, you'll find stalls overflowing with local produce: Tuscan truffles, pecorino cheeses, artisanal deli meats, and Chianti wines.
Laurentian Library↳ 244 m from the previous stop (straight line)The Laurentian Library, adjacent to the Basilica of San Lorenzo, is one of Florence's most secret and fascinating locations. Commissioned by Pope Clement VII de' Medici and designed by Michelangelo, it was intended to house the family's collection of precious manuscripts. The vestibule is famous for its spectacular and revolutionary staircase, which appears to flow like petrified lava, marking a key milestone in the Mannerist style.

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 San Lorenzo & the Market.
Start whenever you like: the app guides you to Basilica of San Lorenzo and the story plays when you arrive at each stop.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the San Lorenzo & the Market 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 San Lorenzo & the Market tour take?: About 1 h 45 for 3 stops, including time at each stop.
Where does the San Lorenzo & the Market tour start and finish?: It starts at Basilica of San Lorenzo and finishes at Laurentian Library.
Which languages is the narration in?: English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, with natural-sounding synthetic voices.