Palazzo Vecchio in Florence is the large, beautiful, towering building overlooking Piazza della Signoria, in Florence’s city center. The building dates to the Middle Ages and is the symbol of Florence’s municipal power. This is where, in Medieval and Renaissance times, the city meetings took place and its stunning decorations are proof of the important personalities that passed through its elegant spaces.
A visit to Palazzo Vecchio is a must for history and art lovers. Its halls have elaborate ceilings and stunning frescoes: Salone dei Cinquecento, built under Savonarola, has paneled ceilings and wall frescoes that will take your breath away! Other parts f the museum showcase the private apartments of the Medici Family and, at the top of the palazzo, you can even visit the bastions.
Elvira tips: I highly recommend you take a tour inside the palazzo. You may like this one, which allows you to visit with an audioguide and includes a visit to Salone dei Cinquecento and the climb up the tower.
