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A guided tour of Villa Medici reveals one of the finest examples of a Renaissance villa, once the residence of Cardinal Ferdinand de’ Medici and now home to the French Academy in Rome. The tour traces the history of the site from its ancient origins to the major transformations of the Renaissance and contemporary eras. It invites visitors to discover the emblematic spaces of Villa Medici – its gardens and historic apartments – as well as other more secret areas, such as Ferdinand de Medici’s private study, nicknamed “the bird room”. Located on the Pincio hill, Villa Medici offers visitors a spectacular view of Rome’s historic center.
Good to know: the ticket for the guided tour gives access to the current exhibitions at Villa Medici.
Duration of visit
1h30
Languages
English / French / Italian
Prices
Full: 14€
Reduced : 11€
The reduced rate applies to the following categories:
Free admission applies to the following categories:
Free or reduced-price tickets are issued on presentation of valid proof of entitlement.
For groups already formed, Villa Medici offers a guided tour of the gardens and historic apartments with a guide dedicated to your group.
The tour includes the historic gardens, the façade overlooking the gardens, the belvedere with a panoramic view of Rome and the historic apartments of Villa Medici.
Duration
1:30
Languages
English / French / Italian
Book a tour
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Villa Medici offers an educational tour that turns young visitors into great explorers… of works of art! Equipped with a discovery notebook and a pencil, children and parents explore the Villa Medici in search of the fantastic animals and creatures that lurk there, whether in bronze, marble or paint. But beware: some of them are actually flesh and blood! The activity is punctuated by games, clue-based investigations and creative challenges in a grand adventure that takes you closer to the stories, myths and secrets of the Villa Medici.
Every Sunday at 10:30 am
Duration
1:30
Languages
French / Italian
Audience
Children aged 5 to 11 accompanied by an adult
Villa Medici offers educational tours and workshops for school groups, suitable for students of all levels. The aim of these educational and fun activities is to awaken the curiosity of youngsters about heritage, history and culture. Designed as interactive experiences for students from primary school to high school, these activities encourage discussion and discovery of the Villa Medici’s history and surroundings.
Duration
1:30
Languages
English / French / Italian
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The Promenade Médicis is a private guided tour of the historic areas of Villa Medici, followed by a 30-minute cocktail served in the salons or gardens. The tour is led by a professional Villa Medici guide.
Duration
1:00
Languages
English / French / Italian
Book a tour
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