Itinerary
- Piazza della Signoria: Meet your guide in Piazza della Signoria, Political centre of the city. From there you'll walk to the near Uffizi gallery for your morning visit to the museum.
- Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi: Inside you’ll admire some of the greatest works of Italy's unrivalled Renaissance masters, including the imitable Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, Giotto, and Caravaggio. You'll see world-renowned works including Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Leonardo's Annunciation, as well as sculptures and paintings that demonstrate the power and strength of Renaissance Florence. Your expert guide can offer insight and answer any questions during the tour.
- Ponte Vecchio: Then it is on to one of Florence’s most famous landmarks: the Ponte Vecchio, the city’s oldest bridge. The bridge offers panoramic views of the hills that surround Florence, perfect for a photo. Your guide will recount the bridge’s rich history, including
how the Vasari Corridor radically changed the botteghe (shops) that line the bridge.
When it’s time for lunch (at your own expense), your guide can book a local trattoria or suggest a typical Tuscan lunch. - Piazza Della Repubblica: After lunch, your guide will meet you to continue your tour.
The knowledge of your local, licensed guide is best appreciated as you walk through the ancient streets of Florence, a romantic Renaissance city, with enchanting piazzas and a rich history. The numerous monuments that line your route will tell the story of this marvellous place. - Piazza Del Duomo: After that, you’ll make your way to the magnificant Piazza Duomo. The stunning Cathedral sits at its centre, with beautiful, unique marble engravings. And, and towering above everything is Brunelleschi’s Dome, a wonder of Renaissance architecture and an enduring symbol of Renaissance Florence.
- Galleria dell'Accademia: Finally your tour will take you to visit Michelangelo’s most famous sculpture: David. Be sure to look at it from every angle as you walk around it, as this is the best way to appreciate Michelangelo’s genius.
Includes
- Local guide
- Professional art historian guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Details
This visit covers the most important squares and landmarks of the city and the visit of the two most celebrated exhibition halls of Florence. We'll begin with the northern zone, visiting the Academy Gallery and the Duomo with its Belltower and the Baptistery.
After meal break, we will continue to Piazza della Signoria, an outdoors display of Renaissance statues, and we'll visit the Uffizi Gallery that hosts magnum opuses of the Renaissance craftsmanship, for example, Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Leonardo's Annunciation and Michelangelo's Holy Family.
After meal break, we will continue to Piazza della Signoria, an outdoors display of Renaissance statues, and we'll visit the Uffizi Gallery that hosts magnum opuses of the Renaissance craftsmanship, for example, Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Leonardo's Annunciation and Michelangelo's Holy Family.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
