Discover Florence's historic center on this walking tour including the Uffizi Gallery. Enjoy a guided tour of the main rooms of the Uffizi Gallery and follow the evolution of Italian art through the centuries, from the Middle Ages to Renaissance. Learn about Giotto’s revolutionary art, admire the beauty of Botticelli’s Primavera and the sensuality of his Venere, surprise yourself with Leonardo’s mix of rational genius and artistic creativity, and view the main masterpieces by many other unparalleled artists. Time permitting, you may also visit the following sites: Ghiberti's Baptistery Doors, famously dubbed the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo; an exterior view of the Duomo and of Brunelleschi's magnificent Dome.
This tour is available at 9am, 10am, 2pm or 3pm. Please request your preferred time slot at the time of booking.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
- Private English-speaking guide at disposal for 3 hours
- Entrance fees to Uffizi Gallery
- Gratuities (optional)
- Transportation
- Inside visit of the Duomo and Dome
A great introduction to Florence - the cradle of the Renaissance. Walk through the amazing center of Florence and discover its unique secular heritage and breathtaking beauty with an expert and fun tour guide.
This tour takes you through the heart of Florence, focusing on the legacy of the powerful Medici family and the genius of Michelangelo. Learn how the Medici transformed the city during the Renaissance, fostering groundbreaking art, science, and banking practices that reshaped Europe. Visit must-see sites like Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Medici Riccardi Palace (home of Lorenzo the Magnificent), the Loggia del Porcellino, Santa Trinita Church, and Orsanmichele Church.
As you stroll through Florence's stunning streets, you'll uncover centuries of history, from its Roman origins to its rise as a center of Renaissance art. Explore the places where Michelangelo once stood, and admire masterpieces that have shaped the course of history. This is the perfect way to experience Florence through the eyes of its most influential family and artists.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
See Florence from the water on a "Florentine Gondola"! This guided, leisurely boat ride down the Arno River lets you see and learn about Florence as you haven't before.
The boat or “barchetto” is one of the only 4 original traditional wooden boats left in Florence, conducted by a “barcaiolo”, a true Florentine tradition holder that will guide you with his long-reaching sweeping-oar. No noisy engines, only the charm of tradition and the voice of your expert guide.
Pass by the Uffizi gallery, admire the unique Ponte Vecchio bridge and learn about the mysterious Vasari Corridor, and see the Santa Trinita bridge and the amazing Palazzo Corsini. Then enjoy a glass of cool wine to finish off this wonderful evening tour.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Today, visit the home of the famous leaning tower - Pisa! In the heart of the city is Piazza dei Miracoli where you will simultaneously see the Leaning Tower, Baptistery, Cathedral, and the Monumental Cemetery. Each of these buildings are stunning in their own way and have unique stories to tell. Be sure to take a photo of you holding up the leaning tower!
Then, you will get 30 minutes to climb the nearly 300 steps of the leaning tower and take spectacular pictures from the top!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
