At Palazzo Vecchio, one of Florence’s most important symbols, you will see a fine example of medieval civil architecture. When you visit the palace, you will have the opportunity to enter the Salone dei Cinquecento, a majestic hall measuring 54 metres by 23 metres. The hall was built in only seven months by Simone del Pollaiolo by the will of Girolamo Savonarola.
As you move through the Salone, you’ll learn that when Cosimo I de Medici was named Duke and settled in the Palazzo Vecchio, he used the hall as a representation space to receive ambassadors and the people. The ceiling is presented in the form of drawers and is decorated with a series of paintings that celebrate the life of Cosimo I. The statues in the hall represent the “Fatiche di Ercole”, while the Vasari frescoes on the walls portray the successes of Cosimo. You will also see that the building was once known as the Palazzo dei Priori and changed its name in the 15th century to Palazzo della Signoria.
Why Visit
- Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo dei Priori), iconic Florence symbol of medieval civic architecture
- Salone dei Cinquecento, majestic 54 by 23 meter hall built in seven months
- Ceiling with drawer-style panels adorned with paintings celebrating Cosimo I
- Statues representing the Fatiche di Ercole and Vasari frescoes on walls
What's included
- Skip the line ticket to Palazzo Vecchio
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Guide
Accessibility
- Public transit links nearby
- Infants must sit on an adult's lap
Audio guide available in multiple languages
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No Bag Pack and Luggage allowed
Take your Headsets/Airpods with you for the audio guide.
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.