Florence Neighbourhoods: San Lorenzo and the Medici Family

In order to understand the Renaissance period we need to understand the Medici family, who were the great patrons of this time. We visit the Medici Neighborhood of San Lorenzo, learning more about the banking branch and the Ducal branch of this great Family. The first generations were sublime and discreet, the second generations were over the top and opulent. Admire the first Renaissance Palace (from the exterior) Palazzo Medici Riccardi and visit inside of their final resting place - the Medici Chapels and the Church of San Lorenzo. Admire works by Michelangelo, Verrocchio and Donatello. We end our visit with a walk through the historic food market, a personal favorite, just in time for lunch!