Golf Cart Tour of Florence Michelangelo & Panoramic Hills

4.9 (26 reviews) Florence, Italy
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 19 travelers

Overview

Explore Florence’s captivating hills on a electric golf cart tour, traveling along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of the city. Following in the footsteps of Galileo Galilei, this experience blends art, nature, and history, leaving the busy city center behind. Departing from the charming district of San Frediano, the tour passes ancient city walls and Porta Romana, continuing toward Villa del Poggio Imperiale and the olive groves of Arcetri, where Galileo once lived. Along the way, you will see the Arcetri Observatory, glimpse the Certosa Monastery, and enjoy the timeless Tuscan landscape. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local driver and enhanced by a high-quality audio guide, the tour comes alive with stories of the Medici family, Isabella de’ Medici, and Florence’s scientific heritage. Photo stops and short walks allow you to fully enjoy the scenery.

What's included

  • Photo Stops

What to expect

  1. Porta Romana
    5m
    Admire the grand southern gate of Florence and the marble sculpture Dietrofront by Michelangelo Pistoletto standing proudly in the roundabout.
  2. Giardino Del Bobolino
    10m
    The Bobolino Garden represented an important source of inspiration for the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei. Even today, Bobolino remains an elegant and evocative place, perfect for enjoying beautiful views and for imagining the close connection between science and beauty, elements that have always been deeply intertwined in the history of Florence.
  3. Villa Pian dei Giullari
    15m
    From the outside, admire the peaceful villa where Galileo lived under house arrest. Here he continued his studies and corresponded with his daughter, Suor Maria Celeste, while shaping ideas that changed science forever.
  4. INAF Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory
    Pass by
    Glance at the romantic silhouette of Arcetri Castle, then face the hill of the Observatory — Florence’s window to the stars.
  5. Piazzale Michelangelo
    15m
    End your tour at Florence’s most famous panoramic terrace, Piazzale Michelangelo, where the city’s domes, towers, and bridges unfold in a breathtaking view that captures the spirit of Florence.
  6. Basilica San Miniato al Monte
    20m
    An exterior tour of Florence's oldest Romanesque church. Legends, symbols , and the stoy of the saint are recounted.
  7. Villa del Poggio Imperiale
    15m
    See the elegant neoclassical villa once linked to the Medici family— a place of beauty, intrigue, and power overlooking the city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of NH Hotel

End point

In front of NH Hotel

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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