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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 2 hours and a half.

Florence Highlights Tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: There is the Paszkowski caffe' on the Repubblica Square. In front of the caffe' there is a small 3D model of Florence on a little postument. Let's meet there..

2 hours and a half

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Overview

Discover the heart of Florence on this engaging walking tour, perfect for first-time visitors and those seeking hidden gems. Stroll through Piazza della Repubblica and admire the stunning Baptistery with its golden Gates of Paradise. Marvel at the majestic Duomo and Giotto's Belltower, then wander through the medieval districts. Experience the iconic Ponte Vecchio and explore Piazza della Signoria with its renowned sculptures. Conclude your adventure at Piazza Santa Croce. This intimate tour offers insights from a private guide, ensuring a unique perspective on Florence's rich history.

- Private walking tour led by an expert guide
- Visit iconic sites like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Dante's house and Piazza Santa Croce
- Experience the vibrant city atmosphere and local culture
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and preferences

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What's Included

✓ Included

Radio Whisper

✗ Not Included

Any food and drink is extra.
Tips

Itinerary

Stop 1

The geographical heart of Florence since Roman times, when it housed the Forum, and today it stands as a monumental 19th-century square surrounded by historic cafés. It is a symbol of the city's 'Risanamento' (urban renewal), where the imposing triumphal arch celebrates modernity upon the foundations of the ancient Jewish Ghetto and the medieval Old Market.

Stop 2

Originally built as a grain market, Orsanmichele is a unique architectural masterpiece that was later transformed into a church dedicated to the city's powerful craft guilds. Its exterior is world-renowned for the 14 niches holding statues by Renaissance masters like Donatello and Ghiberti, making it an extraordinary open-air gallery of Florentine art and civic pride.

Stop 3

Famous for its "Porcellino" bronze boar, the Mercato Nuovo was built in the 16th century to host the city's trade in silk and luxury gold. Today, it remains a vibrant hub where visitors can rub the boar's snout for good luck or stand on the "Stone of Scandal," the exact spot where medieval debtors were once publicly shamed.

Stop 4

As a storyteller, I love to describe Ponte Vecchio not just as a bridge, but as a resilient survivor that transitioned from medieval butcher shops to the glittering jewelry ateliers we admire today. It is the only Florentine bridge to have survived World War II, preserving the elevated Vasari Corridor where the Medici family once walked unseen above the bustling city crowds.

Stop 5

More than just a museum, the Uffizi Gallery is a grand symphony of the Renaissance, where the masterpieces of Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo harmonize to tell the story of a city that reinvented the world through beauty. As we wander these corridors—once the administrative heart of the Medici power—I love to unveil the hidden symbols and personal dramas woven into the canvas of history’s most celebrated works.

Stop 6

Piazza della Signoria is Florence's magnificent open-air theater, where the imposing Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi serve as a dramatic stage for the city’s political and artistic power. As we walk past its colossal statues, I love to reveal the political intrigue and hidden symbols etched into these Renaissance masterpieces, showing you where the pulse of Florentine history truly beats.

Stop 7

The spiritual heart of Florence, Piazza di San Giovanni, is home to the golden mosaics of the Baptistery—the 'bel San Giovanni' of Dante—where centuries of Florentines have begun their journey into the world. As a writer, I love to reveal the divine geometries and the fierce competition behind Ghiberti’s 'Gates of Paradise,' a masterpiece that marks the true dawn of the Renaissance. In front, dominating the skyline with Brunelleschi’s revolutionary red dome, Santa Maria del Fiore is a breathtaking testament to human genius and the architectural heartbeat of Florence. As we stand before its intricate marble facade, I love to recount the centuries of passion and daring challenges that transformed a medieval dream into one of the world's most iconic symbols of beauty. Not to forget about the proud Giotto's belltower!

Stop 8

Piazza San Firenze is a rare and elegant jewel of Baroque architecture in a city dominated by the Renaissance, centered around the majestic complex that once served as both a convent and a courthouse. As a storyteller, I love to lead you through this sophisticated square where the echoes of Florentine justice meet the towering silhouettes of the Bargello and the Badia Fiorentina

Stop 9

Known as the 'Temple of Italian Glories,' the church Santa Croce is the final resting place of titans like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli, making it a sacred map of human genius. And the square itself is a theatre to a historical, yet very heartfelt, football game taking place every June.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

There is the Paszkowski caffe' on the Repubblica Square. In front of the caffe' there is a small 3D model of Florence on a little postument. Let's meet there.