Scholar-led Galileo & Science in the Renaissance Walking Tour



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Duration: 3h
Location: Florence, Italy | Florence, Italy


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
Deep analysis of the Medici family & Renaissance in Florence
Opportunity to admire original instruments used by Galileo
Pioneering intellectual & scientific developments of the era
Led by a scholar specializing in the Florentine Renaissance
Invigorating walk in the footsteps of Dante & Galileo

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Galileo Museum and Florence city center
Live tour commentary provided in English
Admission to Galileo Museum

Description:

Enjoy a small-group tour and explore in-depth the groundbreaking intellectual developments of the Renaissance era in Florence under the rule of the Medici family. With the guidance and help of an expert in arts, analyze and come face-to-face with unique artifacts used by Galileo Galilei.

Begin your walk at the Galileo Museum, home to the most important Medicean collection of scientific instruments, including ones used by Galileo Galilei for his groundbreaking experiments. Here you discuss the Medicean system of patronage for the sciences, especially astronomy. Discover how, under the Medici rule, Florence transformed itself into an ideal place for experimentation, as well as a breeding ground for humanism.

After visiting the museum, your tour continues toward the center of town, where you can trace and better appreciate the role of humanism in the Renaissance; your scholar delves into Dante and Petrarch's poetry, allowing you to discuss this topic further.



Cancellation Policy: 5 days
Know before you book: Children 12 and younger are not allowed., You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain., At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place., Maximum group size is 6 people., Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

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