Medici Chapels: Tours, Tickets and Useful Info

Quick Guide and Experiences

The Medici Chapels offer a glimpse into the art and history of the Medici: monumental tombs, Renaissance artworks, and elegant architecture that tell the story of centuries of Florence and its powerful family.

Main attractions
Selected experiences
Useful info & tips
How to get there

Main Attractions

Medici Chapels: Visiting the Medici Chapels means discovering the funerary heart of the powerful Medici family.

New Sacristy: Designed by Michelozzo and enriched with works by Michelangelo, the New Sacristy houses the famous tombs of Lorenzo the Magnificent and Giuliano de’ Medici, masterpieces of Renaissance sculpture.

Old Sacristy and Chapel of the Princes: The Old Sacristy preserves elegant tombs and sculptures, while the Chapel of the Princes, with its sumptuous marble and precious stone decorations, showcases the wealth and power of the Medici over time.

An experience not to be missed: A guided tour or the use of audio guides allows you to fully appreciate the artworks and the history of the Medici, making the visit educational, exciting, and memorable.

Selected Experiences

Discover the most popular experiences at the Medici Chapels to get up close to art, history, and the magnificence of the Medici family:

Florence: Reserved Entrance Ticket for the Medici Chapel – Fast-track access to visit the Medici Chapels calmly. Top Reviews 🏆
Medici Chapels Tickets – Self-guided visit with guaranteed ticket, ideal for exploring the tombs and Renaissance artworks at your own pace.
Medici Chapels: Skip-the-Line Ticket – Avoid queues and enjoy the visit with priority entry.
Florence: Guided Tour of the Medici Chapels – A complete experience with an expert guide, revealing all artistic and historical secrets of the Medici complex.

Useful Information and Tips

Visit duration: Exploring the Medici Chapels typically takes 1–2 hours. To fully appreciate the tombs, artworks, and the magnificence of the complex, it is recommended to join a guided tour or also dedicate time to visit the adjoining Medici Chapels Museum.

Opening hours, prices and bookings: The Medici Chapels are open daily, with hours varying depending on the season (check the official website). Early online booking is advised, especially during busy periods; see Selected Experiences.

Available services: At the entrance there is a ticket office, cloakroom, and information point. Nearby, bars and cafés are ideal for a break before or after the visit.

Accessibility: Some areas of the Medici Chapels feature stairs and narrow spaces typical of Renaissance architecture; access may be partially limited for people with reduced mobility. It is recommended to check in advance at the ticket office for accessible routes.

Temperature and clothing: The indoor spaces maintain a stable temperature throughout the year. Comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for stone floors and uneven surfaces are recommended.

Recommended time slots: To visit the Medici Chapels calmly, it is suggested to enter early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Small group guided tours provide a more in-depth experience.

Photography: Photography without flash is generally allowed inside the Chapels. Using professional equipment or recording video requires special authorization requested at the ticket office.

How to Get There

On foot: If you are staying in the center of Florence, the Medici Chapels are easily reachable on foot in 5–10 minutes from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza San Lorenzo.

By tourist bus: Several tourist services connect Florence with the main cities of Tuscany. The main stops are near Piazza San Lorenzo, just a short walk from the entrance to the Medici Chapels.

By train: From Firenze Santa Maria Novella Station, take a taxi or walk about 15 minutes to the Medici Chapels. Alternatively, you can take the ATAF urban bus line 6, stop Piazza San Lorenzo. You can book online here with TrainLine.

By car: Florence is connected via the A1 Milan-Rome motorway. Exit at Firenze Impruneta or Firenze Nord and follow the signs to the city center. Paid parking is available near Piazza San Lorenzo. You can book a parking spot here with ParkingMyCar.

By taxi or private transfer: From Florence Santa Maria Novella or the Florence and Pisa airports, it is possible to book a private transfer or taxi service that takes you directly to the Medici Chapels, with an average travel time of 10–20 minutes depending on traffic.