Women of Florence Walking Tour with City Highlights and Medici Chapel

The history we hear of is often dominated by men, and this can also be said for the history of Florence and the influential Medici family. This private walking tour will take you to see some of the most famous monuments in the city, but through the eyes of the inspirational and influential women often overlooked. 

As you make your way through these winding renaissance streets, you'll learn about the strategic marriages the Medici made with the royal families of Europe to secure their power. Hear of the women who came to Florence as brides, and see Palazzo Vecchio – where they lived. Learn how the decline of the Duchy of Tuscany is often blamed on the regency of two Medici women, and other untold stories.

While it's true the infamous artists of Florence were mostly men, women both real and fictional, were their subjects of their inspiration. At the beautiful Loggia dei Lanzi, your guide will tell you about the mythical women depicted here and the political meanings behind the statues.  From the helpless Sabines, taken against their will to ensure the survival of the newly founded city of Rome, to Donatello’s powerful depiction of Judith about to decapitate Holofernes, these famous sculptures capture different aspects of femininity your expert guide will help you understand.