Forget the sanitized history of enlightened philosophers and peaceful painters. The Florentine Renaissance was forged in the fires of cutthroat capitalism, bitter family rivalries, and a desperate scramble for political dominance. On this redthread tour, you will walk the streets where the Medici family built an empire on double-entry bookkeeping, where merchant guilds operated like cartels, and where art was the ultimate weapon of propaganda. Discover how the world's most breathtaking masterpieces were paid for by bankers trying to buy their way out of hell.
- A 2.6 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 111 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Art, Design & Aesthetics
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
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Itinéraire
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Palazzo Vecchio
The fortress-like seat of the Florentine Republic, where political stability and fierce civic pride laid the groundwork for the Renaissance.
From Florence's main station, take local public transport toward Palazzo Vecchio. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Italy. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Museo di San Marco, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Florence's main station. The departure point is Museo di San Marco, Florence, Italy. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
À savoir avant de partir
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per traveler
Thank you very much for your booking! We are excited to give you a fantastic tour experience with the Red Thread app.
Since this is a self-guided tour, you enjoy total freedom: start whenever it suits you — at your own pace, with no fixed timetable or group.
Here is how to redeem your voucher:
1. Download the app: Install the free "Red Thread: Discover Home" app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/de/app/red-thread-discover-home/id6757938513
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voltaire.redthread
2. Redeem your code: Open the app and scan the QR code on your ticket — or type your voucher code in.
3. For groups: Every participant installs the app on their own smartphone and redeems their own code from the ticket — one code per person.
Once redeemed you have 14 days of access — the clock starts at redemption, not at booking.
More information on our website: https://redthread.world
We hope you enjoy your Red Thread tour!
Annulation et remboursement
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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