Self Guided Audio Tour of Florence Medieval Sights

5.0 (2 reviews) Florence, Italy
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Duration50m - 1h 10m
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Are you looking for a way to explore Florence at your own pace? On this self-guided walking tour through the city‘s green quarters, we‘ll peel back its diverse layers of history as we ascend from Ponte Alle Grazie (one of the many bridges crossing the river Arno) to Basilica di San Miniato.

This Florence tour takes you through the historical and hip San Niccolò neighborhood, where you‘ll find plenty of bars and trattorias to whet your appetite. We‘ll then venture uphill through the picturesque rose garden, Giardino delle Roseto, to Piazzale Michelangelo, which boasts breathtaking panoramic city views. You‘ll walk across cobblestone lanes, through medieval doors like Porta San Miniato, and pass beautiful churches including Chiesa di San Niccolò Oltrarno and Chiesa di San Salvatore al Monte. You‘ll see beautiful artwork, hear about the artists and find out where you can purchase some for yourself, like at Clet Studio.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Smartphone and headphones

What to expect

  1. Ponte alle Grazie
    Pass by
    As we start our walking tour, we'll pass by Ponte alle Grazie, one of the many bridges crossing the Arno.
  2. Pass by
    We'll walk through Piazza de' Mozzi, a charming square in the San Niccolò neighborhood, but please note that entry to specific buildings or attractions in the square is not included in this tour.
  3. Museo Stefano Bardini
    Pass by
    You'll catch a glimpse of the Stefano Bardini Museum, known for its collection of artworks from the Middle Ages and Renaissance, but please remember that admission to the museum is not included in this tour.
  4. Pass by
    Passing by CLET Studio, you may spot unusual artworks, but please be advised that entry to the studio or gallery is not included in this walking tour.
  5. Chiesa Di San Niccolo Oltrarno
    Pass by
    As we stroll through the San Niccolò neighbourhood, you'll see Chiesa di San Niccolò Oltrarno, a historic church. Please note that entry to the church may require separate arrangements, as it is not included in this tour.
  6. Pass by
    We'll also pass by the San Niccolò Church, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the church itself is not included in this tour.
  7. Porta San Miniato
    Pass by
    Walking through the medieval streets, you'll come across Porta San Miniato, one of Florence's ancient gates. Please note that entry to the gate is not included in this tour.
  8. Giardino delle rose
    Pass by
    Passing through the picturesque rose garden, Giardino delle Rose, you'll discover unique artworks. However, please be aware that entry to the garden may require separate arrangements, as it is not included in this tour.
  9. Piazzale Michelangelo
    Pass by
    Arriving at Piazzale Michelangelo, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city, but please note that admission to specific viewpoints or attractions at the piazza is not included in this tour.
  10. Piazzale Michelangelo
    Pass by
    From Michelangelo Terrace, you'll have another opportunity to admire the cityscape, but please remember that entry to specific areas or attractions at the terrace is not included in this tour.
  11. Pass by
    Revel in the vista panoramica di Firenze, taking in the beauty of Florence from this elevated vantage point.
  12. Pass by
    Passing by the Church of San Salvatore al Monte, you'll witness another architectural gem of Florence. Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.
  13. Pass by
    Another view of the Chiesa di San Salvatore al Monte adds to the richness of our tour, but please remember that entry to the church is not included in this tour.
  14. Cimitero delle Porte Sante
    Pass by
    Our journey ends at Cimitero delle Porte Sante, a monumental cemetery, but please be advised that entry to the cemetery may require separate arrangements as it is not included in this tour.
  15. Pass by
    The tour ends at Basilica e Monastero di San Miniato. Please note that admission to specific areas or attractions within the Basilica complex may require separate arrangements as this tour does not include them.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in the middle of Ponte alle Grazie bridge, Lungarno delle Grazie, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

It is the next bridge to the east of Ponte Vecchio.

End point

The tour ends at San Miniato al Monte Abbey and Basilica.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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