Highlights
- Choice of morning, afternoon or full-day tour of Florence
- Covers key Florence sights
- Morning tour of Piazzale Michelangelo, cathedral and Accademia
- Afternoon tour of Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria and Uffizi Gallery
- Mix of coach and walking tours for the best view of Florence
- Skip the Line entrance to the Uffizi and Accademia galleries
- Morning tour with or without optional lunch
- Enlightening commentary from your expert local tour guide
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Don and JudithOverlooking the city of Florence from the Michelangelo Piazza. We had a wonderfully clear crisp March day, perfect for ...Photo by: Judith03 2012 -
During the tourView from the stop during the morning halfPhoto by: Asad A04 2013 -
IMG_1694peek a boo!Photo by: Julie11 2012 -
FlorenceCity hall of Florence, copy of David on site - by walking.Photo by: Mandi K10 2012 -
Uffizi GalleryMedici statue - by walking.Photo by: Mandi K10 2012 -
DumoThe grand Dumo - by walking.Photo by: Mandi K10 2012 -
FlorenceCity gates of Florence - by bus.Photo by: Mandi K10 2012 -
DavidCopy of David - by bus.Photo by: Mandi K10 2012 -
DSCN1350An overview of Florence showing the River Arne and Ponte VecchioPhoto by: Scott F09 2012 -
Paradise DoorsIt is worth the wait to get a chance to see this piece of art up close.Photo by: Patrick SUSA, 03 2012 -
Duomo at nightThis was taken at night. We stopped for gelato and 30 seconds later down the street...this view was waiting for us!Photo by: Patrick SUSA, 03 2012 -
The Baptistery and DuomoYou've got to see this site in person.Photo by: Patrick SUSA, 03 2012 -
Our guild Arnaldo_Florence2This is Arnaldo, our guide. He had a great dry sense of humor. He is describing the fantastic view from the ...Photo by: Judith03 2012 -
FlorenceThis is the view of Florence from Piazza Michelangelo.Photo by: ScottyUSA, 01 2012 -
Dotitie and me 2011My wife and I at Neptune's fountain in 2011Photo by: John M05 2011 -
Dad, Florence, May 19450001My father at Neptune's fountain in 1945Photo by: John M05 2011 -
Doumo 2011 414 stepsMy photo of the dome 2011 (400 + steps was a little much)Photo by: John M05 2011 -
Cathredal doors Flornece 2011The same doors during the tourPhoto by: John M05 2011 -
Doumo May Dad 19450001My father at the dome in 1945Photo by: John M05 2011 -
Cathedral Doors Florence ...My father's photo in 1945Photo by: John M05 2011 -
Useful Information
Capture the beautiful Panoramic view from Piazzale Michelangelo
Florence morning tour:
Your morning tour starts with a drive up to Piazzale Michelangelo to admire wonderful panoramic views of Florence. Next, you'll take a walking tour of the of the cathedral (exterior) in the old city center, including Giotto's bell tower, the Baptistery with its bronze doors and the famous cupola by Brunelleschi. A short walk brings you to the Accademia Gallery (*) which houses the statue of David by Michelangelo. The morning tour concludes here, or you can choose to end your morning tour with lunch at a restaurant in the town center (optional).
Florence afternoon tour:
Your afternoon tour begins with panoramic views of Florence, Fiesole and the Arno Valley. Next, you'll visit the old city center to see the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce (exterior). A short walk through the heart of Florence brings you to the famous Piazza Signoria, where you can see the imposing Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. Next you'll visit the Uffizi Gallery (**) to admire superb paintings by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Giotto. The tour concludes at the Uffizi.
Florence full-day tour:
A combination of the morning tour, including a light lunch, followed by the afternoon tour.
Please Note:
(*) Closed on Monday. Replaced with a visit to the Bargello Museum or the Medici Chapels.
(**) The Gallery is closed on Monday; and will be replaced with a visit to the Museum of Palazzo Vecchio.
Itinerary
- Crostone with tomato, basil and oil -or- Pasta with ragu and meat sauce -or- macaroni al pesto with pine nut, basil and garlic
- Homemade dessert
- Water and glass of wine
Reviewed by Mitra M, April 2013
I went to the full-day sightseeing tour with 2 separate guides in the morning and afternoon . I enjoyed both parts and leaders were both knowledagble about the arts and tried to pass as much information as they can about historical place and art galleries . I enjoyed and it did worth to pay more money to skip the long queues and have a guide .
Reviewed by ED, USA, April 2013
Absolutely fantastic. Tour guide was superb! Highly recommend to all.
