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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Overview
Florence has a special place in the International history and development of Gays life and culture, Since the Middle Ages, though controlled by a specific Police Force, the Tuscan town proved to be open minded and tolerant, compared with the rest of Europe.
During our walking tour, we will see how a very high percentage of men was involved in the activity of sodomy , included the Medici male members and the different kind of punishements used for the guilty and the means to fight that crime.
What's included
Headsets
any other items not mentioned in the above "included" box
What to expect
Piazza della Repubblica
10m
Meet your tour guide and start learn about the gay life in the Renaissance Florence
Palazzo Strozzi
5m
Learn about laws and penalties
Piazza Santa Trinita
5m
Admire the Spini family palace
Palazzo Pitti
Pass by
Discover the secret and forbidden life of the last Granduke Gian Gastone de'Medici
Ponte Vecchio
15m
Discover the Magnificent Lorenzo 's philosophy and his court of pleasure
10m
Stroll around the Medieval Gay area
Piazza della Signoria
20m
Stop in front of the place which was the seat of the first Pride in the XVI century and admire the copy of Michelangelo's David
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
15m
Listen how Leonardo da Vinci was denounced twice for sodomy and learn about the importance of female prostitution.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Republic square, in front of the Hard Rock Cafè.
End point
Republic square, in front of the Hard Rock Cafè.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.