Palazzo Vecchio Tours and Tickets

There are lots of ways to experience the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best experiences available right now:

• The Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales

• Best of Florence: Small-Group Tour Skip-the-Line David and Accademia With Duomo

• Skip-the-Line Florence Highlights and David Walking Tour

• The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group

• Palazzo Vecchio Guided Experience With Entrance Ticket

Adult admission tickets to the Palazzo Vecchio Museum, which include access to the Arnolfo Tower, start at €18, plus a €1 booking fee. Add on an extra €8 for a guided tour (usually in Italian). If you want an English-speaking guide, it’s worth booking in advance. University students qualify for a reduced ticket price, and children are free.

Yes, the Palazzo Vecchio is worth visiting for history, art, and scenic views. The palace's Arnolfo's Tower boasts vistas that sweep the Florence Duomo and the Arno River. Art and history aficionados can take in works by the Renaissance masters Michelangelo and Donatello, as well as the building's seven-century history as the seat of Florence's municipal government.

Per one customer who booked the Palazzo Vecchio Guided Experience With Entrance Ticket, "We enjoyed this tour very much. Our guide has a wealth of knowledge of the history and art in this palace. Very informative, and we learned a lot here. Recommended for others."

Yes, visitors must purchase an admission ticket to enter Palazzo Vecchio. The line at the ticket window can be long, so buy a skip-the-line timed ticket in advance online to avoid waiting. Check the calendar carefully before purchasing Palazzo Vecchio tickets since it occasionally closes for official events.

No, Palazzo Vecchio is a civic building, not a religious site, so there is no dress code. Covering the entire complex takes a bit of walking, so wear comfortable clothing and shoes for your visit. Check any large bags and backpacks at the cloakroom before entering.

No, visitors can explore Palazzo Vecchio on their own with a regular admission ticket. However, this landmark building is packed with important works of art and has a long history, so guided tours are the best way to take in the highlights.

Weekdays are the quietest time to visit Palazzo Vecchio, since visitors tend to flock to the museum and tower on weekends. Palazzo Vecchio is the seat of Florence’s municipal government, so parts of the building occasionally close for official functions. Check the website in advance to view the calendar of events.

Yes, the two main floors of the building are accessible via the Via dei Gondi entrance. However, the mezzanine, archaeological site, battlements, and Arnolfo’s Tower are not accessible to wheelchairs. There are wheelchairs available for free at the museum’s cloakroom.

When you're done at the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence has a ton of other fun things to do. According to travelers, here are some of the top attractions in Florence to visit:

• Accademia Gallery

• Florence Duomo

• Ponte Vecchio

• Uffizi Galleries

• Piazza della Signoria

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Florence.