Guide was a star
Hugh_B
Apr 15, 2023, 12:48:23 PM
Apr 15, 2023, 12:48:23 PM
Amazing tour guide Irene was unstoppable. She answered any questions we sent to her. Knew her history and spoke excellent English
About Activity
Florence is home to some of the most important masterpieces in the world, but the Renaissance capital can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Enjoy the top sights in just a few hours with this walking tour that ends in one of the world's most visited museums - the UFFIZI Gallery.
Walk through the spectacular center of Florence. See the city’s top churches—including the iconic Duomo (Cathedral)—stroll through Piazza della Signoria, and take in views of the Arno River from Ponte Vecchio.
Learn the story of one the most expensive paintings in the world. See Botticelli’s “Primavera” and “Birth of Venus”. Admire the only panel painting made by Michelangelo and learn why he preferred sculpture to all other arts.
See Leonardo’s “Annunciation” and learn why his “Adoration of the Magi” was never finished. Enjoy the stories about the owners of this amazing collection - the Medici clan and live through the rise and the fall of one of the most powerful dynasties in the world.
What's Included
Includes
- 90-min guided tour in the Uffizi Gallery
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- 90-min guided walking tour in the city center
- Uffizi Gallery tickets
Excludes
- Tickets to the Battistero di San Giovanni (we only stand outside)
- Tickets to the Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (we only stand outside)
- Tickets to Museo Casa di Dante (we only stand outside)
- Tickets to Palazzo Vecchio (we only stand outside)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Meet your expert tour guide at the golden Gates of Paradise that decorate the Florentine Baptistery and let your adventure begin!
Return
- The tour will end at the Uffizi Gallery where you can stay longer and enjoy more art.
Itinerary
Start the tour in one of the most beautiful squares in Florence and hear the stories about the origins of this beautiful city. Learn about the Baptistery of San Giovanni and its famous Gates of Paradise.
Take a look at the Medici Palace - the first residence of the Godfathers of the Renaissance and imagine how Michelangelo lived there under the protection of Lorenzo the Magnificent.
Admire the magnificent Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore which has a unique flower-shaped plan and the biggest masonry dome in the world – the marvel of the architect Filippo Brunelleschi. Even Michelangelo said “It would be difficult to equal…impossible to surpass.”
Step into a 1000-year old church where the the father of Italian language met the love and muse of his life.
Stroll around Dante's district, take a look at Dante's house and hear the stories about Medieval wars.
Visit the political centre of Florence – Piazza della Signoria – a museum under the open sky with many original sculptures created by Renaissance artists;
Take a look at rustic Palazzo Vecchio - the Florentine city hall since 1299 and hear the stories about the Medici family who lived there for a few decades.
Take a look at Ponte Vecchio – the symbol of the city and the oldest bridge in town famous for its jewelers' shops hanging over the Arno river.
Finish the tour at the UFFIZI Gallery and experience Italian art and culture through the centuries. See Botticelli's "Birth of Venus", Leonardo's "Annunciation" and other masterpieces of Renaissance artists.
Language Offered
English - GUIDE
Additional Info
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
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Uffizi Gallery.
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
The tour price includes the cost of the Uffizi Gallery tickets, totaling €29 (€25 for the ticket and a €4 reservation fee).
The Uffizi Gallery is currently renovating the main entrance elevator, so visitors must use the stairs to reach the exhibition (127 steps). The museum remains wheelchair accessible, and guests who require an elevator will be permitted to use the one located at the exit. Please note that this may result in a longer tour duration.
Operated by Irina in Florence
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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