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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 18 travelers
Overview
This walking tour is a compact, guided introduction to Florence's historic center, beginning in Piazza San Marco before winding through the city's grandest civic square and its old artisan quarter. From there, the route crosses a bridge that has spanned the Arno for nearly 700 years, before arriving at Piazza Duomo for the highlight of the tour: reserved entry into the Duomo itself, with no lines to wait in. Inside, your guide explains the largest brick dome ever built and the history behind it, saving Florence's biggest draw for the very end.
- Reserved entry to Florence’s Duomo
- Expert local guide sharing fascinating stories about the sights
- Small group size of 18 guests or fewer for an intimate experience
- Explore key landmarks like Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio
What's included
Local English-speaking guide
Piazza della Repubblica
Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
Reserved entry ticket to Florence Duomo
Ponte Vecchio
Small group of 18 guests or fewer
Piazza della Signoria
Baptistery doors (Gates of Paradise)
Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Gratuities
What to expect
Piazza della Signoria
30m
Visit Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio exterior, then continue through riverside piazzas and streets, including Il Porcellino and the Leather Market, with Medici-era stories along the way, ending with a crossing of the Ponte Vecchio.
Piazza Del Duomo
20m
Continues to Piazza del Duomo, taking in the Cathedral complex from the outside, then arrives in front of the Baptistery for a guided introduction.
Battistero Di San Giovanni
10m
Viewed from the outside. A guide shares the story behind the Baptistery and its place in Florence's history.
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Step inside with reserved entry while your guide brings the Cupola's engineering, history, and design to life.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at P.za di San Marco, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy in front of the Monument to General Manfredo Fanti (center of the square).
End point
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is wheelchair accessible but our team must be notified at the time of booking for proper arrangements.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of the tour.
Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, shoulders and knees must be covered.
Flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels are prohibited inside the Cathedral.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
