# Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - **Activity Name**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - **Rating**: 4.4 (1.9k+ reviews) - **Location**: Basilica di San Lorenzo, Piazza di San Lorenzo, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy - **City**: Florence - **State**: TO - **Country**: Italy - **Duration**: 1 Hour - **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/florence/things-to-do/medici-chapels-skip-the-line-tickets-aidm044qwq ## About this Activity Your experience Skip the queues and make the most of your time with reserved entry to the Medici Chapels—explore iconic art and Medici history without the wait. Getting started Begin your journey into Florentine history with skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels, located within the Basilica of San Lorenzo. As you enter, step into the world of one of Italy’s most powerful families, the Medicis, who shaped Renaissance art, culture, and politics. What to expect Journey through the Medici Chapels, from the quiet tombs below to Michelangelo’s soul-stirring sculptures and the dazzling splendor of the Chapel of the Princes, tracing power, legacy, and art in every corner. Medici Crypt The Medici Crypt is the quietest part of the complex, tucked beneath the main chapel. It holds the simple tombs of lesser-known Medici family members, including Grand Dukes. Look for the family’s coat of arms carved into the walls, inscribed names and dates tracing their lineage, and the striking contrast between these humble resting places and the splendor that awaits above. Michelangelo’s New Sacristy Enter the chamber Michelangelo designed as a Medici tomb. You’ll see Dawn and Dusk on one tomb, Day and Night on the other—figures carved with striking realism and quiet tension. Here rests Michelangelo’s unfinished tribute to the Medici, where light and shadow reveal the raw emotion etched into every surface. Chapel of the Princes Step into an octagonal hall built to display Medici power. Look up a… ## Pricing - **Starting Price**: USD 20.12 - **Currency**: USD ## Essential Information - **Location**: Basilica di San Lorenzo, Piazza di San Lorenzo, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy - **Address**: Florence, TO, Italy - **Coordinates**: 43.7691578, 11.2522997 - **Timings**: - Monday, wednesday, thursday, friday, saturday, sunday: 08:15 AM to 06:50 PM ## About the place Skip the queues and make the most of your time with reserved entry to the Medici Chapels—explore iconic art and Medici history without the wait. Getting started Begin your journey into Florentine history with skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels, located within the Basilica of San Lorenzo. As you enter, step into the world of one of Italy’s most powerful families, the Medicis, who shaped Renaissance art, culture, and politics. What to expect Journey through the Medici Chapels, from the quiet tombs below to Michelangelo’s soul-stirring sculptures and the dazzling splendor of the Chapel of the Princes, tracing power, legacy, and art in every corner. Medici Crypt The Medici Crypt is the quietest part of the complex, tucked beneath the main chapel. It holds the simple tombs of lesser-known Medici family members, including Grand Dukes. Look for the family’s coat of arms carved into the walls, inscribed names and dates tracing their lineage, and the striking contrast between these humble resting places and the splendor that awaits above. Michelangelo’s New Sacristy Enter the chamber Michelangelo designed as a Medici tomb. You’ll see Dawn and Dusk on one tomb, Day and Night on the other—figures carved with striking realism and quiet tension. Here rests Michelangelo’s unfinished tribute to the Medici, where light and shadow reveal the raw emotion etched into every surface. Chapel of the Princes Step into an octagonal hall built to display Medici power. Look up at the vast dome,… ## Highlights Skip the ticket queues to the Medici Chapels at your reserved time. See the ornate Chapel of the Princes and Michelangelo’s striking sculptures in the New Sacristy.Uncover the legacy behind one of Florence’s most powerful families at your own relaxed pace—no crowds, no rush.Upgrade your experience with a multilingual audio guide app available in English, for insights into ornate tombs, Medici legacy, and Michelangelo's architecture, adding depth to your visit. ## Inclusions & Exclusions InclusionsExclusionsSkip-the-line entry to the Medici ChapelsAccess to the Medici Crypt, Chapel of the Princes, and New SacristyAudio guide available in English (as per option selected)Local guideHotel transfersSkip-the-line entry to the Medici ChapelsAccess to the Medici Crypt, Chapel of the Princes, and New SacristyAudio guide available in English (as per option selected)Local guideHotel transfers ## Additional Information This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply. ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: What to bring - **A**: - Carry a valid photo ID for verification purposes. - Bring earphones if your experience includes the audio guide to listen to it on your phone. - **Q**: What’s not allowed - **A**: - Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Chapels. - Do not carry large bags and suitcases. - **Q**: Accessibility - **A**: The Medici Chapels are partially wheelchair accessible, while the Crypt and Chapel of the Princes can be accessed, the New Sacristy involves stairs and is not barrier-free. - **Q**: Additional information - **A**: - In case you’re opting for an audio guide led experience, the link will be sent to your email and phone number 20 hours before your visit. - Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees. - Please note that infant seats are not provided. ## Gallery - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/02/2d57bb90b7481c91ea818a2bccc817/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/13/975a9799d648939ebb0f69a21f5bce/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 2 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/67/7c83a8d69446d18c9799ed38336a89/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 3 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/b5/518ac90232408986b0509b54f20891/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 4 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/8d/a318c2293742988d096829b188b634/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 5 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/11/bbc66a261244f0adab70a15a11cad8/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 6 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ee/4774474f514f539ddf7127952ec734/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 7 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/2a/6a44cc27454cebb2686b7b2ac1db4b/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 8 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/45/ea9b10a3544c8189d10f49d2b4aaaf/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line - Photo 9 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/71/dd4ce49af14c9492109918d98fedaf/image.jpg ## Activity Tags - **Tags**: Museums, Historical ## Popular Events in Florence - **Event Name**: 3rd International Summit on Nursing, Midwifery & Healthcare Innovation - **Date**: Mon, 17 May at 10:00 am - **Location**: Florence - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/florence/3rd-international-summit-on-nursing-midwifery-and-healthcare-innovation-tickets/80002947391535 - **Event Name**: Fiorentina vs Napoli at Stadio Artemio Franchi - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 12:30 pm - **Location**: Stadio Artemio Franchi - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/florence/fiorentina-vs-napoli-at-stadio-artemio-franchi/2400030574377901 - **Event Name**: CORRI LA VITA 2026 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 09:15 am - **Location**: Viale Abramo Lincoln, Firenze FI, Italia - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/firenze/corri-la-vita-2026/200030411811118 - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Ennio Morricone e altre colonne sonore - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 09:30 pm - **Location**: Teatro Niccolini, 50122 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/florence/candlelight-ennio-morricone-e-altre-colonne-sonore/2700030035721313 - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 07:30 pm - **Location**: Teatro Niccolini, 50122 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/florence/candlelight-coldplay-and-imagine-dragons/2700030146362136 - **Event Name**: Paul Kalkbrenner in Firenze - **Date**: Sun, 06 Sep at 07:00 pm - **Location**: Cascine Park - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/firenze/paul-kalkbrenner-in-firenze/3300030219952903 ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Product", "name": "Medici Chapels Skip-the-Line", "description": "Your experience\nSkip the queues and make the most of your time with reserved entry to the Medici Chapels—explore iconic art and Medici history without the wait.\nGetting started\nBegin your journey into Florentine history with skip-the-line access to the Medici Chapels, located within the Basilica of San Lorenzo. 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