Welcome to Florence: Private 2.5-hour Highlights Walking Tour
- Duration: 150 Minutes (approx.)
- Location: Florence
- Product code: TBHCV8
Explore Florence with a private guide, one of the most iconic and beautiful cities in Italy, and discover the city's rich history, art, and culture on this introductory tour perfect tour for anyone arriving in Florence for the first time.
On your private 2.5-hour tour, you will:
- Start your tour at Piazza San Lorenzo, the perfect location to find famous Florentine handmade leather goods;
- Learn about Italian leatherwork, and discover the best places to shop in the city;
- Admire the stunning and exquisite architecture of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore known as the Duomo,
- Marvel at the intricate details of the beautiful bronze doors of the Baptistry;
- Walk by Piazza della Repubblica,
- Take a stroll down the famous Piazza della Signoria, home to the imposing Palazzo Vecchio and the impressive Neptune Fountain;
- Walk by the Uffizi Gallery, and appreciate the magnificent architecture of the exteriors of the building;
- Snap the perfect photo by the Arno River of the Ponte Vecchio, one of the most photographed sites in Florence;
- Finish your tour with a classic Italian gelato on us.
Discover the most popular highlights in the historic centre of the city of Florence with your expert guide and learn about the amazing history of the city from the time it was the capital of the Renaissance to the time it became the capital of early unified Italy.
First, you will see the religious centre of the city: admire the Duomo, whose impressive Dome was designed by Brunelleschi, and the Baptistery of Saint John, one of the oldest buildings in Florence.
From the religious centre, you will walk to the political centre, and enjoy a pleasant stroll through Piazza Della Signoria, surrounded by its ancient buildings and the Loggia Dei Lanzi. In this open-air museum, we will see original masterpieces by Giambologna and Cellini.
From there, you'll cross the famous Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge on the Arno River. Your tour finishes with a delicious gelato (on us!) before your guide leaves you with recommendations for how to spend the remainder of your day.
Tour duration
2.5 hours 30 minutes
Type of tour
Walking tour: no transportation is included
Tickets included
- - English Speaking Guide
- A gelato per person
Other inclusions
- - Gratuities optional
- - Additional food and drinks are not included
- - Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included
Suitable for
Family Friendly
Attractions along this route:
Santa Maria del Fiore
This stunning cathedral took nearly 150 years to complete, and Brunelleschi's dome is today the most iconic feature of the Florentine skyline.
The Baptistery of St John
Among the city’s oldest buildings (and certainly its most octagonal), the Baptistery is a superb example of Florentine Romanesque style.
Palazzo Vecchio
The city’s magnificent town hall was first built in 1299, and has seen many different names and uses over its history.
Loggia dei Lanzi
Beloved since the 14th century for its superb arches, the Loggia is today an open-air museum of Renaissance sculpture.
Piazza della Signoria
Overlooked by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi, this square is one of the city’s focal points.
Ponte Vecchio
The 'Old Bridge' over the river Arno is famous for its traditional jewellery shops and art dealers.
Uffizi Gallery
A magnificent 16th century building housing one of the world's foremost collections of Primitive and Renaissance art.
Michelangelo's David
Probably the world's most iconic sculpture, this Renaissance masterpiece took Michelangelo two years to complete.
Renaissance Statues
Throughout Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens, there are dramatic marble statues which draw global visitors each day.
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
Orsanmichele is a church in the Italian city of Florence
Florentine Leather Market
Plunge into the Italian market scene by visiting Florence's most famous outdoor.
