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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
Spend a morning being entertained as Florence's history is brought to life during this 3-hour small-group walking tour. Learn about Florence's Medieval and Renaissance eras, hear fascinating stories behind the historic attractions, walk through the city's most magnificent squares, and visit the spectacular Duomo.
What's included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Local professional guide
Gratuities
What to expect
Piazza Della Repubblica
15m
Immerse yourself in history and listen to medieval stories with a three-hour walk around Florence’s essential sights.
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
15m
Visit the churches of Santa Trinità and Orsanmichele, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore*, a true Renaissance wonder. Amazing architecture, stunning sculptures, and fascinating frescoes
Palazzo Strozzi
15m · Admission ticket not included
History of Strozzi palace, visited from outside.
Piazza Santa Trinita
15m · Admission ticket included
Entry to Santa Trinita church
Ponte Vecchio
15m
History of Ponte Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria
15m
Follow the footsteps of Florence’s vibrant past on our Florence tour. Who did they bury alive near the Duomo? What did Leonardo da Vinci do that Michelangelo could never forgive? How did the Medici family use famous artists throughout the centuries? And what propelled Florence to become one of the greatest art cities the world has ever seen? Together, we’ll peel back the centuries while witnessing some of history’s greatest testaments.
Piazza Del Duomo
15m · Admission ticket not included
Take in the San Giovanni Baptistery, Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise, and Giotto’s bell tower. And, of course, admire Brunelleschi’s dome, and learn the story behind it. How did a goldsmith and untrained architect create the Renaissance’s greatest wonder? It’s a story we cannot wait to share with you, among so many others. (Climbing the Dome is not included)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Corner of Piazza Della Repubblica and Via Roma outside the Bar/Restaurant called Gilli
End point
Tour ends at the Duomo
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless/backless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Group cannot enter churches (including the Duomo) during mass/other closures
From April 2017 onwards, new priority entry regulations to the Duomo require viewing a mandatory 30-minute video at a theatre nearby. ArtViva management has thus decided to omit entering the cathedral during the walking tour until these regulations are repealed/changed.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
