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Florence Renaissance Highlights Walking Tour
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5 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Explore the heart of Florence with our friendly guide. Begin at the stunning Duomo, admiring its colorful marble and famous dome. See the Baptistery's bronze doors, the "Gates of Paradise."
Stroll through charming streets to Santa Maria Novella and Piazza Santa Trinita, and hear interesting stories. Walk across Ponte Vecchio, lined with sparkling jewelry shops, and take perfect photos of the Arno River. Visit the small Piazza del Limbo with its mysterious tale. End your adventure in the lively Piazza della Signoria, surrounded by statues and Palazzo Vecchio.
This tour makes Florence's art and history easy and fun to understand.
In addition to walking tour, choose from two exciting combos:
Walking Tour + Uffizi Gallery Audio Guide: Explore masterpieces at your own pace with an audio guide.
Walking Tour + Accademia Guided Tour: Marvel at Michelangelo's David and other works with our knowledgeable guide.
Enhance your Florence experience!
What's Included
- Expert tour guide
- Audio system to enhance your guide's voice clarity
- Accademia Gallery guided tour (if option selected)
- Uffizi Gallery entry ticket and audio guide (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- This tour does not enter any monument.
- Wine is not included in the tour fee.
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Piazza del Duomo
The tour does not enter this monument. You'll admire the Duomo's grand facade and Brunelleschi's towering dome. Outside, you'll see the church with its bronze doors and Giotto's Bell Tower. Your guide will share fascinating stories while you capture perfect photos.
• Admission Ticket Free
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
From the outside, admire its Gothic-style architecture with stunning polychrome marble panels in green, pink, and white. Your guide will highlight Brunelleschi's remarkable dome, the largest brick dome ever built.
• Admission Ticket Free
Santa Maria Novella
As we approach Florence's main railway station, you'll see the magnificent Santa Maria Novella, the city's first great basilica and principal Dominican church. Its name lends itself to the station across the square.
• Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Santa Trinita
Strolling down Florence's Via Tornabuoni, we'll find the charming Piazza Santa Trinita, named after its dominating church. Once part of Via Tornabuoni, it gained independence in 1911, thanks to the Corsini family. The Church of Santa Trinita is the highlight, boasting Gothic treasures like the Ghirlandaio-frescoed Sassetti Chapel and Lorenzo Monaco's Bartolini Salimbeni Chapel.
• Admission Ticket Free
Ponte Vecchio
Cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence's oldest bridge, lined with charming jewelers and art shops. Marvel at its medieval arches, enjoy Arno River views, and learn how this historic gem survived WWII, connecting Florence's heart to the Oltrarno district.
• Admission Ticket Free
Piazza della Signoria
Finish your journey in Piazza della Signoria, Florence's historic and political heart. Admire the towering Palazzo Vecchio and an open-air gallery of masterpieces like the David replica, where Florentines and visitors have gathered for centuries.
• Admission Ticket Free
Gallerie Degli Uffizi
If you select Uffizi Audio-Guided Tour: Enjoy an audio-guided tour that brings the art to life. The detailed audio guide will lead you through masterpieces by Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Leonardo da Vinci, ensuring you don't miss any highlights. This audio-guided experience provides rich insights and fascinating stories, making your visit to the Uffizi Gallery both informative and unforgettable.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Galleria dell'Accademia
If you select the walking tour option with Accademia Guided tour At the Accademia Gallery, you will be treated to a marvelous collection of artwork. One of the main attractions of this gallery is the awe-inspiring sculpture of Michelangelo's David. This masterpiece is a true testament to the artistic talent of Michelangelo and is sure to leave you spellbound with its intricate details and grandeur.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Crown Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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