Galileo Museum private tour

Via dei Castellani, 14/18 Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy, Florence, Italy
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Overview
Duration
1h 30min
Languages
English, Italian, French, Spanish, German
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

This visit will guarantee you priority access to the museum, allowing you to save precious time, without long waits.During the tour, you will learn all about the history of the mathematician and philosopher Galileo Galilei, who, during the reign of Cosimo II de' Medici, exercised his functions at the court of the Grand Dukes of Florence. Inside the museum, there are numerous interesting objects, including the original telescope invented by Galileo and used for his astronomical and scientific studies. You will discover how time, space, and temperature were measured in those years, admiring antique clocks, globes maps, thermometers, and the original Nocturnal by Girolamo della Volpaia from 1568.You will also have the chance to see the original Santucci's Armillary Sphere from 1593. You will learn about optics and electrostatics, and you will have fun discovering the games of the past, fun and fascinating for both adults and children.

What to remember

Important info

  • This is a private tour: only your group will participate
  • Please, arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity begins
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What's included
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Fast-track entrance tickets. Reservation fees. Professional private tour guide. Headsets for group of more than 4 people
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What's not included
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Hotel pickup and drop-off. Food and drinks
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Highlights

Explore one of the richest scientific collections in the world. Learn all about the history of the mathematician and philosopher Galileo Galilei. Admire the original telescope invented by Galileo and used for his astronomical and scientific studies

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Meeting Point

You will meet all travelers 15 minutes before the scheduled time for the visit, in City Florence Tours - tourist office, few meters away from the Galileo Museum entrance.