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Best of Florence Walking Tour with David & the Duomo

Florence in a Day with David, Duomo, Uffizi & Walking Tour

Alone in the Duomo: VIP After-Hours Tour with Dome Climb & Private Terrace Access

Tuscany Day Trip from Florence with Chianti, Siena & San Gimignano

VIP David & Duomo Tour: Early Accademia Tour & Skip the Line Dome Climb with Exclusive Terrace Access

Oltrarno at Sunset: Florence Food & Wine Tour

Tastes & Traditions of Florence: Food Tour with Sant'Ambrogio Market Visit

The Chianti Experience: Small Group Half-Day Wine Tour from Florence

What to know about florence from our local guides.

Florence offers a multitude of iconic must-visit spots and hidden gems alike, guaranteeing that you’ll never be bored no matter how long you spend in this enchanting city. Here are a few of our guide team’s recommendations to get you started:

• Check Florence’s top sights off your bucket list by visiting David and the Duomo —and, if you dare, take things one step further by climbing the dome
• Delve into the countless artistic treasures housed within the Uffizi Gallery
• Explore the sprawling Pitti Palace and bask in the tranquility of the Boboli gardens
• Wander through the picturesque Oltrarno neighborhood and take part in the time-honored Italian aperitivo tradition at its lively bars
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Sant’Ambrogio Market

Florence is well-positioned within Tuscany to allow easy access to some of the most beautiful and historic corners of the region. Consider an excursion to Pisa to see the iconic Leaning Tower in person, an afternoon sipping wine in Chianti , or an all-encompassing Tuscany day trip covering some of the region's most picturesque towns.

First things first: There’s no such thing as “Italian food”—not when each of Italy’s 20 regions has its own distinct culinary traditions! And Tuscany is no different. When visiting Florence, be sure to seek out the regional delicacies that are at their best on their home turf.

If you’re visiting Italy, you probably (understandably) plan on eating all the pasta you possibly can. Here in Florence, try the local wild boar ragu served with wide, flat noodles ( pappardelle al cinghiale ) or any type of pasta graced with Tuscany’s prized local truffles.

But pasta is far from the end-all-be-all of Florentine food. Traditionally, Tuscan cuisine was characterized as cucina povera , or “food of the poor,” and many dishes that are still enjoyed today have roots in this humble gastronomic tradition. Foods like ribollita , a hearty bread and kale soup, and the famous lampredotto (tripe) sandwich were born out of efforts to reduce waste and make the most of every scrap of meat and vegetables.

Last but not least, Florence’s most famous typical food is just about as far from cucina povera as it gets: the legendary bistecca alla fiorentina , or Florentine steak. If you’re looking to splurge on an unforgettable meal while in the Tuscan capital, don’t miss it!

If you want to eat the best Florentine food at the spots real locals love, join us on one of our Florence food tours. Our Tastes & Traditions of Florence Food Tour is a fantastic daytime option featuring a visit to the Sant'Ambrogio Market. In the evening, head across the river for aperitivo and dinner on our Oltrarno at Sunset Tour . Either way, you're guaranteed a fun, relaxing, and delicious few hours.

In addition to the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s larger-than-life David statue, and the iconic Uffizi, here are a few more can’t-miss museums in Florence:

• Palazzo Pitti, a former Medici palace-turned-cultural complex housing four museums
• Museo Nazionale del Bargello, known for its collection of Renaissance sculptures by masters including Michelangelo, Bernini, and more
• Palazzo Vecchio, the centerpiece of Piazza della Signoria, housing everything from ancient Roman ruins to Renaissance masterpieces
• The Galileo Museum, home to an unrivaled collection of scientific equipment and an excellent option for families
• Gucci Garden, a living tribute to the century-old luxury fashion house based in Florence

Florence is sure to delight no matter when you decide to visit. Each season has its benefits, and it all comes down to the kind of experience you’re looking to have.

Many international visitors flock to Italy for summer vacation, making Florence a popular draw in the warmest months of the year. While this means the city can get quite crowded (and the temperatures are no joke), there’s nothing better than enjoying an al fresco meal on a gorgeous summer evening. (And, worst case scenario, the nearest beaches are just 90 minutes away.

Spring and fall boast the best temperatures all year: pleasantly warm, but not too hot, with refreshingly crisp evenings. Winter temperatures can be quite chilly (although snow is rare)—but if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option with fewer crowds, it’s an excellent choice.

Florence is an excellent city for families, with plenty of sights and activities that will keep even the littlest travelers entertained. A spin on the famous carousel in Piazza della Reppublica is a magical experience for all ages, and kids will love getting hands-on at the Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum. If you need a break from walking around (and the heat!), the Oblate Library (Biblioteca delle Oblate) offers a wonderful children’s section with kids’ books and even a small garden.

Another fantastic option for families is a kid-friendly food tour! Our Tastes & Traditions of Florence Tour is centered around the vibrant and colorful Sant’Ambrogio Market—a fun and exciting stop for little ones—and features plenty of kid-approved local tastes along the way.

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16 Best Florence Tours for an Unforgettable Tuscany Trip

One of the favorite travel destinations in Italy and Europe, Florence has a huge amount of things to see and do. Even though the city center is pretty compact and easy to wander, the best way to delve deep into its heritage and culture is with one of the best Florence tours.

Skip the line in many of the most popular landmarks, learn about the history of the places that made Florence the birthplace of the Renaissance, drink in the narrow streets and alleys, and explore the old quarter of the city’s traditional workshops. With one of the best Florence private tours, you can experience the city more than with a stroll along the Arno River.

These tours are great especially if you are short in time and you have only two days in Florence . Or even only one day and arriving with a train from Rome to Florence to get off at Santa Maria Novella train station.

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Welcome to florence tour: evening city stroll & gelato.

In about 2 hours and a half, this Welcome to Florence Walking Tour will introduce you to the wonders of one of Italy’s most famous cities. Your expert guide will give you a broad knowledge of the city’s history as well as precious tips on where to eat, what to visit and practical information to enjoy the rest of your stay.

This Florence walking tour will start in the most touristy square, Piazza del Duomo, and will take you to other famous spots such as Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio bridge and Palazzo Pitti, as well as more local neighborhoods like Santa Croce and Oltrarno, the old quarter of traditional workshops and restaurants.

The whole walking tour in Florence will be enriched by historical anecdotes linked to the places you will walk by, the life of artists and writers like Michelangelo and Dante Alighieri and tips on where to eat and shop.

You will also sample free gelato at one of the best gelaterias, but as the walking tour in Florence ends around dinner time, you can directly stop at one of the best restaurants to round off your first day in Florence in the best way. This Florence guided tour will last 2.5 hours and the group is no more than people.

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VIP David & Florence Duomo Tour

One of the favorite Florence walking tours, the VIP David & Duomo Tour takes you to visit Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia before the crowds and to climb the Duomo with a skip-the-line entrance.

This VIP Florence tour will also give you special access to the Baptistery where all Florence residents were once baptized and the Duomo’s museum to admire the original facade and artworks from Donatello and Michelangelo.

Your expert guide will also take you on a special tour of the Duomo where usually visitors aren’t allowed and to the Duomo Terrace to best admire the wonderful dome by Filippo Brunelleschi. This Florence private tour lasts around 3 hours and the group is a maximum of 15 people.

Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo

With this 3 hours and a half best Florence walking tour, you will walk to the top Florence attractions such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore , Michelangelo’s David at the Florence Accademia and Piazza della Signoria, you will learn the history linked to the powerful Medici family and of Ponte Vecchio bridge.

An expert art and historian Florence private guide will reveal to you the working methods of the great Michelangelo, the stories behind the building of the Duomo and of the doors of the Baptistery in the same piazza.

A big part of this Florence walking tour is precisely to wander around its streets and gape at the city’s wonders, squares, and palaces that made its history.

Skip-the-line Uffizi Tour in Florence

Any art lover on a trip to Florence can’t leave without visiting the Uffizi Gallery, and this tour by Take Walks is perfect if you want to see the main masterpieces of this huge museum without wasting time looking for them and going straight to the paintings you’ve always wanted to see.

This is a 3-hour art tour of Florence with the important Palazzo Vecchio included. So if you have a limited time, you can still afford to visit this important and gorgeous gallery to see the paintings of world-famous artists such as Botticelli, Leonardo Da Vinci, Giotto, Caravaggio, and Michelangelo among others. Very importantly, included in the walking tour of Florence is also a fast-track entrance to the Uffizi.

Florence in a Day with David, Duomo, Uffizi & Walking Tour

This 1-day tour will show you all the main highlights of Florence in a day. It lasts a little more than 7 hours and it’s perfect if you are in Florence for very little time or if you want to have a broad glimpse of the art and history sights and spend the rest of the time enjoying the local food, shopping or just walking around the palaces and the streets that have made the city the birthplace of the Renaissance.

With the help of an expert Florence local guide, you can visit the compact center of the city and learn about the main landmarks in a day. Included in the Florence one-day tour, are the skip-the-line tickets to some of the most important places such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia for Michelangelo’s David.

Among the sites you will visit are also Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo), and obviously Ponte Vecchio bridge. This is a favorite among the best Florence tours and is especially recommended if you are short on time but still don’t want to miss out on the world-famous works of art and historical places the city has to offer. Overall it’s one of the best day tours in Florence Italy.

Half-Day Florence Tour with Uffizi & Accademia Tickets

In this half a day tour, Take Walks will take to two of the most popular highlights of Florence. With a skip-the-line entrance to the Uffizi Gallery, you will have plenty of time to see the masterpieces of artists such as Botticelli, Giotto, Cimabue, Leonard, Tiziano, and Michelangelo, while at the Accademia you can admire Michelangelo’s famous David, the masterpiece that was originally in Piazza della Signoria.

From outside, you will also walk by places such as the Duomo of Santa Maria del Fiore and its gorgeous piazza which also include the Baptistery and Palazzo Vecchio.

You will start your tour quite early in the morning, so before the crowds fill the first two galleries you are going to visit. As this tour is only for half a day, you can ask your local guide for tips on what else to visit, how to enjoy the city, where to eat and where to shop. If you can’t see Florence on a day tour, this half-day guided Florence tour is an excellent alternative.

Early Entry Skip-the-line Uffizi Tour & Palazzo Vecchio

In little less than three hours, you will visit the Uffizi Gallery to admire the masterpieces of artists such as Botticelli with its famous Primavera and Birth of Venus, Michelangelo, Tiziano, Leonardo, and many others, and learn how the history of art developed in the centuries.

Your expert Florence guide will also take you to Palazzo Vecchio to learn about the powerful Medici family that ruled Florence for centuries and that counts among its members Lorenzo Il Magnifico, a clan that played a crucial role in the world of art and in the Florentine and Italian history.

Hop-on Hop-off Florence Bus Tour

Explore Florence comfortably sitting on a double-decker bus on your terms and pace in this Florence bus tour. You can enjoy the city from the bus as much as you like, get off wherever you want, and use both routes of the bus for unlimited travel.

You can purchase a 24, 48, or 72-hour ticket depending on how long you are staying in Florence and see the places you want along the routes. Included in the tickets are multilingual audio and free WIFI on board. These bus tours in Florence are wheelchair accessible and have an easy full refund cancellation policy.

Three-hour Segway Tour of Florence

Instead of walking to Florence’s main landmarks, with this tour, you will be traveling across the city center by riding a segway. One of the favorite Florence tours, you will save much time to go from one place to the other so you will likely manage to see many of the city’s highlights.

Some of the places you will visit with your Florence tour guide are the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Repubblica, Brunelleschi’s Dome, and Santa Croce.

⇒ Tip: If you’d rather book online only the entrance tickets to skip the line instead of a whole tour, click here for the Uffizi Gallery and here for the Accademia with Michelangelo’s David .

Food Tours in Florence

Dine around florence wine and food tour – an authentic evening.

Just like every other place in Italy, also Florence and Tuscany are famous for their food and especially wines. One of the very favorite food and wine tours in Florence is Dine Around Florence by Walks of Italy. You will discover the best bars and restaurants where you can taste the delicacies of each place with a local Florence city guide.

In some 3 and a half hours you will tuck into the best local specialties like cheese, olive oil, focaccia, meat, and the delicious Tuscan truffles in the most popular as well as lesser-known neighborhoods and you will experience them in the Florence way, with aperitif and dinner in the places where local residents go, but only after a tour to a wine cellar. Round off a great dinner in the best and only way, with gelato.

This Florence food and wine tour will not only give you the chance to sample the local food but also learn about the history and the tradition of such dishes.

The Other Side of Florence Food Tour

In this 4-hour Florence food tour organized by Eating Europe Food Tour, you will discover the Florentine and Tuscan cuisine through plenty of tastings, including their typical cold cuts, and many stops at authentic local eateries in the traditional Oltrarno neighborhood.

Visiting families that have run restaurants for several generations, you will learn how to make the typical Tuscan cookies “cantucci” and what are the secrets of this delicious and old culinary tradition.

Authentic Florence Cooking Class Tour

One of the very best food tours in Florence and one of the most popular too with high-rated customer reviews is the Authentic Florence Cooking Class run by Eating Europe Food Tours.

In this food tour of Florence, not only you will learn how to make some easy Italian dishes with a professional chef, but you will also go grocery shopping with the chef and buy herbs and all the ingredients necessary to prepare your delicacies from local shops and markets.

You will be learning and cooking at the chef’s own home and after the home-cooking class, you will enjoy lunch and wine to round off a perfectly authentic Italian experience.

Sunset Florence Food Tour

In this Florence food tour, you will experience an evening fully Italian style. How? Wandering the cobblestone streets of the Oltrarno traditional quarter in the lookout for the perfect place for an aperitif among some of Florence’s best restaurants and bars.

You will sample some tempting traditional treats like truffle cheese and cold cuts all paired with a glass of the right wine and you will also observe a live demonstration on how to make the perfect “bistecca alla Fiorentina”, the famous, huge, Florentine steak, which you can then taste.

Alongside plenty of food tastings, you will also explore the quaint neighborhood, visit some great deli shops and learn where to find proper artisan food, enjoy a great Negroni cocktail after watching its making, and learn the history of the place as well as bits of the local food culture.

Florence Artisan Food Tour

Booking this food tour in Florence will take you to explore the Oltrarno quarter, traditionally the neighborhood of Florentine artisans, and this involves both handicrafts and food. Historically, it’s in the “botteghe”, workshops, of Oltrarno that many of Florence’s famous artists learned their craft.

And in fact, in this Florence tour, you will also discover the local crafts of leather smiths, carpenters, tailors, and printmakers as well as look at their creations famous all over the world.

Food-wise, you will sample plenty of savory and sweet delicacies as well as taste local wines. You will try Florence street food and make your own Italian sandwich, enjoy an Italian breakfast with coffee and pastry, visit some workshops, and even see how the famous cantucci cookies are made.

Best day tours from Florence

There are several day trips from Florence you can take to explore more of the beautiful Tuscany region both in its towns and countryside, as well as other regions in central Italy. Some of the most popular are a day trip from Florence to Siena , to Chianti or a day tour to Pisa from Florence .

Here are some other great expeditions.

Tuscany Day Tours From Florence With Chianti, Siena and San Gimignano

Without diminishing the historical and artistic overload Florence has been carrying for centuries, we should also admit that Tuscany has many other wonderful places to visit.

In this 10-hour Tuscany day tour, you will explore the lovely medieval walled city of Siena where you will visit the stunning cathedral and the piazza where the famous Palio takes place twice a year, you will stare in awe at the views of the Tuscan countryside, you will enjoy a local meal in the Chianti region that includes also a tasting of their famous wines, and you will have the chance to visit the little gem of San Gimignano.

After exploring new towns, sightseeing, enjoying a delicious meal and also having some free time to enjoy on your own, you will get back to Florence just in time for dinner.

Montalcino, Pienza and Montepulciano full-day wine tour from Florence

Another great day tour from Florence including plenty of food and wine is this one on “Get Your Guide” to Montalcino, Pienza and the famous Montepulciano wine region.

On this pretty cheap tour from Florence, you will explore the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, you will taste the famous wines Brunello di Montalcino and Nobile di Montepulciano, will visit Val D’Orcia and stare at its wonderful landscape, and obviously sample some traditional foods.

Why You Should Visit Florence With A Tour

Visiting Florence on a private tour is more interesting than wandering by yourself. While you are going to be able to see most of the Florence sights independently, you might miss the history and interesting historical events that took place. If you are still not sure whether to visit Florence with a private tour or not, keep reading these top Florence tour reviews.

It’s time-saving

Regardless of when you visit Florence, it will be packed with tourists. This causes queues to buy the tickets as well as queueing to enter Florence’s historical sights. Without guided Florence tours you can expect to spend anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours waiting in the lines to get a ticket for Florence sights such as the Accademia Duomo, Uffizi, and Palazzo Vecchio.

But going with a skip-the-line private Florence tour, your ticket would be already taken care of and you will have private entrance access to cut out the crowds. Therefore, you won’t be wasting time waiting outside in the heat or cold and you can see more especially if you are spending only one day in Florence .

But that’s not all. Booking a private Florence tour will eliminate the confusion on where to start or where the most important art masterpieces are kept. So, again, you will be saving time and avoiding headaches. Even if you plan your trip independently with our Italy travel guide , you can still book one of the best Florence tours for a day or a couple of hours.

It’s more interesting

Walking for an hour inside a 3 or 4-store building can get frustrating and boring if you don’t know what you are looking at, where to start and where the popular artwork is kept. Going without an expert Florence city tour guide, you also wouldn’t know the interesting facts about most works of art preserved in the galleries.

It’s even worse when the art information board is occupied by other tourists. Booking one of the Florence Italy tours will speed up the process, eliminate any confusion, and make it way more interesting than walking on your own.

You can see and learn more

As you wander through Florence’s streets and piazzas, you’ll discover masterpieces on every corner. And if you want to see as many places as possible, you will need experienced Florence tour guides who know every inch of the city.

They know which road to take and what to see first, second, and so on. Although you can walk around without a Florence tour, you might miss many interesting facts on the road. Each building has a history and interesting facts which are only possible to know if you are led by top Florence tour guides.

Final Word on Private Tours of Florence, Italy

We recommend you join one of these tours in Florence to experience the city of your dreams. These top Florence guided tours are designed completely around your requirements.

They include the best wine tours in Florence Italy, Florence food walking tours, day tours from Florence and more. All you need to take care of is a charged camera with plenty of empty space to take pictures because those landmarks are breathtaking.

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1. Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

2. Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

3. Skip the line: Uffizi and Accademia Small Group Walking Tour

4. Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm

5. Florence Sunset Walking Tour with Wine & Food Tasting

6. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking

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8. Chianti Safari: Tuscan Villas with vineyards, Cheese, Wine & Lunch from Florence

9. Cooking Art Brunelleschi

10. Uffizi Gallery Small Group Tour with Guide

11. Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills and Italian Cuisine

12. Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence

13. Florence in a Day: Michelangelo's David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour

14. Best of Florence: Small Group Tour Skip-the-Line David & Accademia with Duomo

15. Food Taste Activity of Sant’Ambrogio Grocery Market in Florence

16. Skip-the-Line: Florence Duomo Tour with Brunelleschi's Dome Climb

17. Siena and San Gimignano: Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Florence

18. Essence of Chianti Small Group Tour with Lunch and Tastings from Florence

19. Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included

20. Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

21. Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting

22. Semi Private Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower Tour from Florence

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30. Florence Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Gelato and Pizza

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The Best Florence Tours To Take in 2024 and Why

Sean Finelli Last Updated: January 11, 2024

Looking into visiting Florence? Good choice! Florence is home to countless classic artworks, beautiful architecture, and delicious local cuisine. With so many to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which Florence tours to experience during your visit. In this guide, discover our best  Florence tours  and pick which one is best for you.

Pro Tip: Planning what to do on your trip to Florence? Bookmark this post in your browser so you can easily find it when you need it. Check out our guide to Florence for more planning resources, our best Florence tours for a memorable trip, and how to see Florence in a day (with itinerary).

Should You Take a Tour in Florence?

Absolutely! Florence has a rich history steeped in art and culture from the infamous Renaissance period. From the Medici family origins to Ponte Vecchio’s stinky past, there is so much to learn about in Florence.

The best way to do that is with the help of a professional guide who truly loves their city and has the funniest stories to tell. Don’t believe me? Check out what other clients have said!

The 13 Most Popular Florence Tours To Take

Florence has a lot to offer every kind of traveler, which makes it a popular destination. It has cultural attractions, beautiful architecture, a great food and bar scene, as well as a diverse countryside. Tuscan hills, anyone?

The great news is that the area is extremely well set up for tourism with many innovative tours and experiences. Counting down to our absolute favorites, here are the best Florence tours!

1. Florence in a Day Combo Tour with David and Uffizi

Looking to experience  Florence in a day ? This tour is fine-tuned for those who don’t have a ton of time to spend in Florence but want to hit all the main stops.

Michelangelo’s David at Accademia Gallery

Your one-day adventure begins in the morning where you will skip the line of the Accademia Gallery and immerse yourself in the life of Michelangelo and one of his most famous statues, the David .

Florence Cathedral (Duomo)

After the Accademia, you’ll take a stroll down to visit the city’s main church, the Florence Duomo, whose over-the-top Gothic exterior and imposing red dome by Brunelleschi will be a sight you never forget. In this square, you’ll also see the baptistry whose golden doors by Ghiberti are the most famous in the world.

Florence Piazzas and Ponte Vecchio

Your adventure continues as you take a stroll through the leather market and various little piazzas that make Florence so charming, finishing up for lunch at Ponte Vecchio. At this point, you will have about an hour of free time to sit down in a restaurant or grab a panino and simply people watch.

Uffizi Gallery

Once you’ve finished lunch, you and your expert guide will skip the lines and head into the Uffizi Gallery. If you love Renaissance art or beautiful things in general, then you won’t be disappointed. 

During your walk through the pinnacle of Renaissance art history, you will encounter paintings by Raphael, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Caravaggio. Once you have finished you can say with confidence that you hit all the main sights of Florence in one day!

Highlights:

• 6.5-hour tour
• Skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery
• See Florence’s top sights, including the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio
• Taste Florentine gelato along the way

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Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Florence Guide for more info.

2. Tuscany Wine Tour from Florence To Siena and Chianti

On this  day trip , venture from the city of Florence to the rolling hills of Chianti and Siena in a climate-controlled luxury bus. Your day starts with your expert guide who will be waiting, together with the driver, to take you on this awesome day of wine and culture.

Your first stop is the Medieval town of Siena. Historically always at war with Florence, you will fall in love with its small alleys and rich history. You’ll have some free time to explore the beautiful Siena Cathedral on your own and enjoy this gigantic work of art.

After Siena, you’ll head to a small, family-owned organic farm and winery in Chianti where you will taste not only a selection of their best wines but also homemade dishes from their kitchen. This is a treat as many of their ingredients are grown right on the farm. After lunch, you’ll tour the winery and have the opportunity to purchase wine to bring home to your friends and family.

San Gimignano

Once your belly is full, our final stop will be San Gimignano. This picturesque town is known as the “Manhattan of Italy” due to all the medieval towers that you’ll find throughout the town. You’ll have free time to wander a bit, do some shopping, or just eat gelato and people-watch in the little square.

• 9-hour tour
• Luxury transport
• Visit historic Tuscany towns Siena and San Gimignano
• Wine tour and tasting at a Chianti vineyard
• Traditional Tuscan farm-to-table lunch

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Tuscany guide for more info.

3. Florence Walking Tour with Statue of David

As one of our top sellers, this experience is definitely one of our best Florence tours. Explore the heart of Florence with your local expert guide who will bring the city’s folklore to life!

You will start by discovering what is probably the most famous statue on the planet: Michelangelo’s David . You will skip the long lines of the Accademia Museum, which is a major bonus.

• Florence Duomo

After the David , you’ll stroll over the famous Duomo of Florence or Florence Cathedral. Your guide has lots to share about the fascinating history of this historic building. This is the main church of Florence and is crowned by the famous dome of Brunelleschi.

• Ponte Vecchio

Our tour continues on to pass through the famous leather market, charming squares, and even where Dante grew up. We will leave you at Ponte Vecchio, which is famous today for its great views of the river Arno and its jewelry shops.

Our Florence city walking tour with the statue of David  is best for travelers looking to see the main highlights of the city (with the exception of the Uffizi Gallery) in a morning.

• 3-hour tour
• Skip-the-line Accademia tickets
• Michelangelo’s statue of David
• Walking tour of Florence

Not ready to book a tour? Find out if an Accademia and David tour is worth it .

4. Tuscany Wine Tour by Vespa from Florence

There are very few Italian things more iconic than the Vespa. In this tour, you’ll learn to ride the stylish motorcycle that has been a cornerstone of Italian style. Then, you’ll set off from Florence and ride through the rolling hills and ancient villages of Tuscany. 

Along the way, you’ll stop at two of the best Chianti wineries to taste some fantastic wine and local produce. Your guide will point out their favorite places and views as your ride through the region’s enchanting countryside.

This tour is an exciting way to get outdoors and explore beyond the city of Florence and sample the good food, wine, and way of life in this famous part of Italy.

• 6-hour tour
• Vintage Vespa rental and training session
• Guided ride through the Tuscan countryside
• Wine tasting at two Chianti wineries
• Hearty, traditional local lunch

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Tuscany guide for more info.

5. Florence Local Food Tour in Santo Spirito

There is no country that takes food more seriously than Italy. Taste Florence’s authentic flavors on this  evening food tour  through the local neighborhoods.

We have carefully handpicked each site for a delicious food experience that explores the local meats, cheeses, pasta, wine, and of course the famous Bistecca Fiorentina or Florentine Steak!

Beginning at the Piazza della Signoria, this light walking tour brings you over the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge and through the heart of Florence and into the city’s most exciting food district—Santo Spirito. You’ll try some delicious local aperitivo (typically wine before a meal), prior to a traditional dinner of Tuscan pasta and one of the best Florentine steaks you can find anywhere in the city.  

Along the way, make sure to leave room for plenty of wine. You’ll sample a wide variety of it at an 800-year-old wine shop, paired with delicious olive oil and truffles. And after your dinner, try the vin santo with local biscotti . This is a great food tour with a guide knowledgeable in the rich and detailed history of Florence and its food, without waiting to eat. 

• Florence walking tour, including Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and Santo Spirito
• Wine tasting at a local enoteca older than the Renaissance
• Traditional Florentine steak dinner
• Tuscan biscotti dessert

6. Tuscany Wineland Safari from Florence

While the price is a bit higher than your average tour, this experience is one of a kind. Instead of a tour bus, or even a luxury van, you will jump into an iconic Land Rover and traverse the Tuscan countryside.

You’ll find yourself going from paved roads to vineyard trails in no time. It is a special experience for the adventurous at heart that will make your trip that much more memorable. The tour includes pick-up in Florence, a stop at a vineyard with wine tasting, a wine-filled picnic, and various stops in Tuscan towns, including a medieval castle.

• Comfortable Return transport from Florence in a modern minivan
• Explore Tuscany in a state-of-the-art Range Rover Defender
• Wine tour of a Chianti farmhouse, cellar, and vineyards
• Scenic picnic with local antipasti and wine
• Visit to a 13th-century castle and abbey
• Authentic three course Tuscan lunch with wine
• Local English-speaking driver guide

7. Explore Tuscany in a Vintage Fiat 500

We’ve all got that image of Italy, the quintessential Italy. Rolling green hills, a girl in dark sunglasses and a head scarf, a 1960’s Fiat 500 growling as it struggles up another hill. Well, we can provide the Fiat 500 and the rolling green hills, but you’ll have to bring your headscarf.

You have two options here. With the first, you’ll get to drive your own Fiat 500 as you follow a guide around Tuscany. This option is excellent for the gearheads who want the experience of driving one of these vintage vehicles on the very roads they were designed for.

With the second, you sit back and let the guide drive for you. I’ll be honest, on the roads themselves, it isn’t as fun. But when you stop for lunch, being the passenger has its advantages as you sip on a cold glass of wine with your traditional Tuscan lunch.

Both options lead to unforgettable experiences. But which one to take? Well, that’s up to you!

• Fully equipped vintage FIAT 500
• Professional tour driver
• Light Tuscan lunch
• Wine and olive oil tasting
• Visit wine estate in the Chianti Classico
• All insurance, fuel, taxes

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Florence Guide for more info.

8. Skip the Line Uffizi Gallery Tour

This  Uffizi Gallery tour  will give you a great scope and appreciation of the renowned artwork produced by the Renaissance era’s superstars: Michelangelo, Raphael, Botticelli, and more.

You’ll fall in love with the art as your expert guide shares interesting stories about the artists. Time will fly by as you learn why Michelangelo was so stubborn or how Caravaggio was the bad boy of Italy. Your expert guide will lead you on a journey through art and history as they share the important stories behind each painting, as well as their context within Florentine and Italian culture.

We offer many  tours that visit the Uffizi Gallery . However, this one is specifically focused on the Uffizi and does not visit other areas of Florence. It’s especially for lovers of art history who don’t want to wait in line to see these Renaissance masterpieces.

• 2-hour tour
• Skip-the-line Uffizi Gallery tickets
• Discover the masters and masterpieces of the Renaissance

Not ready to book a tour? Find out if an Uffizi Gallery tour is worth it .

9. Val d’Orcia Day Trip with Two Wine Tastings From Florence

Are you visiting Florence but fancy escaping to the Tuscan countryside? Then, this magnificent day trip to Val d’Orcia, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its enchanting vineyards.

Sit back and relax as you enjoy a comfortable ride outside of the city into the gorgeous hills of the Tuscan countryside. Before long, you will arrive in Val d’Orcia, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You’ll enjoy delicious Brunello wine in Montalcino before going on to explore the ancient city of Pienza and a second winery in Montepulciano for a delightful tasting of Vino Nobile and pecorino cheese. All the while, admire Tuscany’s captivating rolling hills, idyllic olive groves, and picturesque vineyards!

• Roundtrip transportation in fully-fitted GT Coach
• Explore Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano
• Tour a wine cellar and sample the world-famous Brunello wine
• Montepulciano winery with wine and pecorino cheese tasting
• Option to buy wine and cheese for a competitive price
• Admire breathtaking views from the peak of Montalcino
• Take in panoramic views from Pienza

10. San Lorenzo Market Tour and Wine Tasting in Florence

Looking for an authentic Tuscan food experience while you’re in Florence? Join this delicious culinary tour, where your guide will lead you through the renowned San Lorenzo Market and treat you to a wine tasting and food pairing at one of Florence’s oldest wine shops!

You’ll even close off the tour with authentic gelato and learn how to differentiate it from the fake ones. This extraordinary food tour is the best way to learn more about Tuscan culture while sampling delicious local delicacies!

Your journey through delicious Tuscan cuisine begins at the historic San Lorenzo Market, where you’ll meet your local guide along with your intimate group of 12 people at most. Chat with local vendors as you sample delicious cheeses, meats, truffle oil, and other Tuscan delicacies. Next, follow your guide to one of Florence’s oldest wine shops for exclusive wine tasting and food pairing! Close off your culinary adventures like a true Italian with an espresso, digestif, and authentic gelato. Your guide will even teach you how to tell the difference between a real gelato and a fake one!

• A small group of 12 people max
• Guided visit to San Lorenzo food market
• Tuscan food sampling from local vendors
• Visit one of Florence’s oldest wine shops

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our Florence Guide for more info.

11. Statue of David Evening Tour

If you’re looking to see the David with almost no crowds at all, our  Statue of David Evening Tour  is a great option. This tour focuses solely on the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s 17-foot tall masterpiece, the David .

During this tour, you won’t only see the David with no crowds, but at least four lesser-known statues by Michelangelo that were never completely finished. This will give you a true sense of appreciation for the work that goes into making something beautiful with just a hammer and chisel!

Your expert guide will explain Michelangelo’s life and upbringing as well as some carving techniques. But don’t worry, it won’t be too technical—just the fun stuff! Because most visitors go to the Accademia in the morning, this tour provides an exclusive experience, entering the museum after closing time.

• 1.5-hour tour
• After-hours gallery access
• See Michelangelo’s iconic statue of David with a few others

12. Florence in a Half Day by Bike Tour

Florence is an extremely walkable city, which makes it perfect for a bike tour. Meet at the Arno River in the heart of Florence and cruise across the cobblestone streets in this mostly flat city.

You’ll hit all the main outdoor attractions, including the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, explore the city’s Renaissance-age piazzas, and see the great statues and fountains, including the statue of David’s original site.

Take this tour in the morning, afternoon, or evening—whenever suits you. Along the way, you’ll hear some amazing stories, discover hidden gems, and eat some of the city’s best gelato. It’s a great way to see Florence!

• 2.5-hour tour
• Morning, afternoon, and evening tours
• See Florence’s top sights by bike
• Get gelato at one of the city’s best gelaterias

13. Florentine Gondola Boat Tour

Venice is not the only city in Italy with its very own taxi-like boats! That’s right, Florence has a type of boat known as “Barchetti” and while they are not as common as Gondolas, they achieve the same purpose!

With a glass of wine and soft drinks included, this one-hour experience is a great way to see Florence from a much different vantage point. You’ll have views of places like the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo as your traditional Barcaiolo skipper takes you under the iconic Ponte Vecchio and other historic bridges.

• 1-hour tour
• Arno river boat ride with a glass of wine (or soft drink)
• Enjoy views of Florence and some top sights
• Cruise under Ponte Vecchio and other historic bridges

Where To Stay in Florence

Florence has a small historical center packed with iconic landmarks to explore. Plan where to stay in the best neighborhoods in this beautiful city.

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The 13 best florence tours: wine, museums & more.

Enjoy delicious pasta, historic landmarks and the Tuscan countryside on these immersive experiences.

The Best Florence Tours

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Beloved for its food, wine, art, rich history and alluring landscape, Florence, Italy, consistently draws travelers throughout the year. Seeing all of Florence's attractions by yourself can be daunting, so having a knowledgeable local guide show you around will help you make the most of your trip. U.S. News identified the following tours as the best available by analyzing both expert and traveler opinion. Whether you want a broad overview of Firenze  or a deep dive into a particular facet of the city (like its food), these tours have you covered.

Caf Tour & Travel – Chianti Authentic Experience

Price: Adults from 49 euros (about $52); kids from 21.50 euros (about $23) Duration: 5 hours

This daylong bus tour takes you to two Chianti wineries with views of the world-famous Tuscan countryside , where vineyards, olive groves, churches and castles pepper the landscape. Patrons laud the guides and drivers for their professionalism and insights. However, others note that the trip seems a bit rushed at times.

Tours depart the Piazzale Montelungo once or twice daily, year-round. (It runs on an abbreviated schedule in the winter.) If you want more privacy, you can also book semiprivate and private tours of the region with Caf Tour.

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CityWonders – Uffizi Gallery Semi-Private Renaissance Art Tour

Price: Adults from $68; kids from $63 Duration: 1.5 hours

No visit to Florence would be complete without a trip to the Uffizi Gallery to see works by masters like Raphael and Leonardo da Vinci. Taking CityWonders' guided tour of the museum allows you to bypass the entrance line and gain insights from experts as they lead you through the collection. Another bonus? You're welcome to stay in the gallery until closing after the tour concludes. Audio headsets are provided so you don't miss a word of the commentary. Tour-takers consistently praise the English-speaking guides for their passion and knowledge.

Tours depart at 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Ticket prices vary depending on the season. Groups are limited to nine participants. CityWonders runs other tours in Florence, including a skip-the-line tour of the Duomo.

Fat Tire Tours – E-Scooter: Panoramic Tour of Florence

Price: From 65 euros (about $70) Duration: 2 hours

Highlights of this electric scooter tour include Piazzale Michelangelo, Piazza della Signoria , the Arno River and Santa Croce. Tour-takers describe this as a fun way to see the sights and say the guides are friendly and informative. What's more, reviewers appreciate that groups are capped at eight participants.

Tickets include use of an e-scooter and a helmet, as well as instruction for using the vehicle. Participants must be at least 14 years old. Tours depart at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Friday to Monday as well as Wednesday. Fat Tire also offers biking and walking tours.

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Taste Florence Food Tour

Price: From $119 Duration: 3.5 hours

These food-focused walks take participants around the city to sample local specialties like wine, cheese, bread and olive oil. Over the course of the tour, you'll stop at six or more locales, including the Mercato Centrale , for delectable bites. Food connoisseurs tend to appreciate both the quality of the fare provided and the knowledge and humor of the guides.

Tours depart at 9:45 a.m. nearly every day (except Sundays) during peak months. The company offers a limited schedule in the offseason. Tickets include food and beverage samples. If you're an oenophile, check out the sommelier-led wine tasting offered by Taste Florence.

Tuscany Bike Tours – Tuscany Bike Tour

Price: From 95 euros (about $102) Duration: 6 hours

Before climbing on a bike for a guided tour of Chianti, you'll depart Florence via van and view enchanting scenery. Then, you'll get a safety orientation followed by a bike ride. You'll also enjoy an olive oil tasting and a glass of wine, plus a light lunch (which takes place in a villa). Cyclists enthuse about both the glorious views as well as the helpful, personable guides.

Tours occur almost every day at 8:30 a.m. from March through November. The cost includes lunch and a glass of wine, as well as use of a bicycle and helmet. Vespa and e-bike tours of the Tuscany region are also available, as are private bike tours of Florence.

Walks of Italy – Florence in a Day with David, Duomo, Uffizi & Walking Tour

Price: From $126 Duration: 5 hours

If you only have a day to see Florence's top sights, consider this walking tour, which combines visits to Florence's must-see artistic and religious landmarks all in one outing. In between stops at the tour's main highlights, you'll see other top spots in the city like the Ponte Vecchio . You'll also get a break for lunch (at your own expense). Along the way, guides offer insights regarding the art and architecture on view. According to reviewers, the tour leaders are informative and personable.

Tour departure times and ticket fees will vary by season and day. Fees include skip-the-line access to the Galleria dell'Accademia (home of Michelangelo's David) and the Uffizi. Walks of Italy also offers food tours and a tour to Tuscany, among others.

Florencetown/Towns of Italy – Wanna Be Italiano: Florence Cooking Class & Market Tour

Price: Adults from 119 euros (about $128); kids from 101 euros (around $108) Duration: 5 hours

Travelers rave about this class, saying the recipes are spectacular and the teachers are capable and attentive. The experience starts with a trip to the Mercato Centrale, Florence's principal food market, to gather provisions for your meal. Once you've bought food, you'll make your way to the kitchen where a chef teaches you to make traditional Italian fare. Menus vary, but you'll likely prepare bruschetta, fresh pasta, sauces and a dessert during the class.

Experiences are offered daily, starting at 9 a.m. (Note: Mercato Centrale is closed Sundays and bank holidays, so classes on those days include additional instruction and food tasting instead.) The cost of class covers the food that will be your lunch as well as two glasses of wine per person. Keep in mind that fees are slightly higher during peak season. Still hungry? Florencetown offers a wine tour of Tuscany, as well as other cooking classes.

La Bussola Free Tours – Morning Free Walking Tour

Price: Free Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours

While La Bussola's morning walking tour does feature some of Florence's major landmarks, it mainly focuses on the Medici family's influence and rise to power (it was the Medici family, after all, who owned, financed or commissioned many of Florence's landmarks). You'll also hear about Michelangelo and his works. Over the course of the 1 1/2-mile outing, guides share details of local history and tips for making the most of your Florence visit. Guides are regarded as informative, friendly and helpful.

Tours depart daily at 10:30 a.m. Tours are free, though tips for your guide are appreciated. La Bussola also conducts a slightly shorter evening tour, focusing on artistic greats like Donatello and Da Vinci.

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Grape Tours – Wine Time

Price: From 170 euros (about $182) Duration: 5.5 hours

Grape Tours' Wine Time excursion departs at 10:15 a.m. from Florence and proceeds to Chianti for visits to two family-owned wineries. You'll learn about the history of the region and the process of making Tuscan wine. At each stop, you'll taste three or four different wines; at the second winery you'll also enjoy lunch. Tour-takers report learning a great deal about the wine-making process from entertaining guides. They also say lunch is delicious.

Participants must be at least 16 years old to join. Tours take place year-round daily. If you like to pair cheese with your wine, try Grape Tours' Chianti and Cheese tour.

Tuscany Cycle – Tuscany Vespa Tour

Price: Drivers from 169 euros (about $181); passengers from 99 euros (around $106) Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Explore the Tuscan countryside in quintessentially Italian fashion with this Vespa tour, which earns enthusiastic reviews from travelers. Tuscany Cycle's tour departs Florence (via van) at 10 a.m. daily for an excursion through the Chianti region. After reaching Chianti, you'll be taught how to ride a Vespa and follow your guide through the region before stopping at a winery for lunch and wine. You'll also have plenty of photo opportunities along the way, according to reviewers.

The fee includes lunch, wine, use of a Vespa and round-trip transportation from Florence. You must have a valid driver's license, but no prior experience operating a Vespa is necessary. Tourgoers applaud the driving lessons from the guides and the overall safety of the experience. Tuscany Cycle offers a variety of Vespa tours in Tuscany, as well as bicycle tours.

Walkabout – The Best of Tuscany Tour

Price: Adults from 135 euros (around $145); kids from 120 euros (about $129) Duration: 12 hours

After getting your fill of Florence attractions, take some time to explore the surrounding region of Tuscany. This tour combines a bus trip with walks through places like the medieval city of Siena and its art-filled Duomo, the hilltop town of San Gimignano and the Leaning Tower of Pisa . Guides, generally considered equally insightful and entertaining, provide information regarding the architectural, artistic and historical points of interest seen along the way.

Tickets include lunch and wine at a Chianti vineyard; if you'd like the tour without lunch and wine, you can get a discounted ticket. The tour departs Florence at 8 a.m. Walkabout offers a variety of other tours in and around Tuscany as well as day trips to Cinque Terre .

Italy on a Budget Tours – Pisa & Cinque Terre Day Trip

Price: From 139 euros (about $150) Duration: 13 hours

Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa and three of the five villages comprising Cinque Terre on this tour. After a 90-minute stop in Pisa, the tour proceeds to Riomaggiore (where travelers may opt to buy lunch). The next stops are the seaside villages of Manarola and Vernazza, where, weather permitting, participants can swim or lounge on the beach. Tour-takers find this guided experience a great way to pack a lot of sightseeing in to a single day.

Travel between the destinations is by train. Tours depart Florence at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (and on Sunday from June through September). Know that Italy on a Budget gears its tours to participants ages 18 to 39, and is therefore not suitable for children. The company also runs various other tours in Florence.

Curious Appetite – Progressive Tuscan Dining Crawl of Florence

Price: From $149.50 Duration: 4 hours

Handmade pasta, Tuscan wines, gelato and the city's take on porterhouse steak, bistecca alla Fiorentina , are the focus of this leisurely culinary walk, which visits four eateries. Throughout the evening, experts offer commentary on regional cuisine, which participants describe as insightful and helpful. Some past patrons acknowledge that they wouldn't have found the visited restaurants on their own.

Tours depart Thursday and Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Sunday crawls are slightly more expensive than Thursday outings. Group size is limited to eight diners. In addition to its dinner crawl, Curious Appetite operates several other wine- and food-related tours in Florence.

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A guided tour can be a great way to orient yourself around Florence, especially if it's your first time visiting. A tour can also be helpful if you want to see areas around Florence without the hassle of having to drive yourself.

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• Jorge A 1 contribution 0 5.0 of 5 bubbles Tuscany was amazing The best tour on my last vacation!! Manolo our guide was fantastic, friendly,responsive and kind. Antonella was very friendly and knowledgeable i will definitely book again in the future Read more Review of: Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery Written 25 April 2024 This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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• Wine Tours & Tastings
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• Up to 1 hour
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• 4 hours to 1 day
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• Jorge A 1 contribution 0 5.0 of 5 bubbles Tuscany was amazing The best tour on my last vacation!! Manolo our guide was fantastic, friendly,responsive and kind. Antonella was very friendly and knowledgeable i will definitely book again in the future Read more Review of: Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery Written April 25, 2024 This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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Accademia Gallery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• Cut your wait time in half with skip-the-line tickets and head straight into Florence’s renowned Accademia Gallery, accompanied by an expert guide.
• Did you know that Accademia was initially founded as an art school? Hear how it got transformed into a gallery and other little-known stories from your guide.
• Explore the gallery’s 7 halls and discover some of the finest art spanning hundreds of years of Italian history.
• Marvel at Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture 'David', made from a Carrara marble, and learn how the biblical hero defeated Goliath.
• Your tickets allow you to choose the tour in your preferred language including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.
• 1-hour guided tour of Accademia Gallery with skip-the-line tickets
• Hosted entry
• Expert local guide
• Headphones to hear the guide clearly (for a group of 5 or more)
• Tip: Don’t rush off after your tour ends. Take advantage of checking out other Renaissance masterpieces at your own pace.
• Note that the tickets allow you to skip the ticketing lines and not the security checks.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
• Note that the following are not allowed: large bags, beverages, tripod, flash photography.

Florence Cathedral Guided Tour with Optional Dome Climb

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• Elevate your Florence experience on this guided tour of the entire Cathedral Square, with the privileged option to climb the cathedral's iconic dome.
• You get the best of both worlds! The expertise of a guide through the Cathedral, Baptistery, and Opera Museum – and the freedom to explore each site yourself.
• Gain a deeper appreciation for the square, from the octagonal San Giovanni's Baptistery to the vividly tiled Giotto's Bell Tower, on a tour in the language of your choice.
• Marvel at the intricate details of the Florence Cathedral, from the stunning marble façade matching the tower, to the ornate frescoes inside.
• Opt for Dome and Bell Tower access. Discover Brunelleschi’s intricate architecture and be met by sweeping views of Florentine landmarks, like Accademia Gallery.
• Guided tour of the Florence Cathedral Complex
• Expert English, Italian Spanish or French-speaking guide
• Entry to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• Entry to Opera del Duomo Museum & Baptistery
• Entry to Brunelleschi's Dome (optional)
• Entry to Giotto's Bell Tower (optional)
• Entry to the Secret Terrace
• Tip: Arrive a little early to your guided tour of the Florence Duomo. This allows you to get acquainted with the meeting point, ensuring a stress-free start.
• Dome access is so exclusive, even guides can't get in. Yep, you read that right! Dome access is just for the privileged few, so you'll be unaccompanied for that part of the tour.
• This tour is not for the faint hearted. There are a whopping 463 steps to climb to reach the top of the Dome, and no elevator access. Are you up for the challenge?
• Strict Dress Code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. Sandals, headgear and sunglasses are also not allowed.

Uffizi Gallery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

• Enjoy instant access to the Uffizi Gallery on this guided tour. Skip the lines and use most of your valuable time to explore the art.
• Immerse yourself in the stories behind the works as a knowledgeable guide leads you through Uffizi's rich collection, adding depth and context to each masterpiece.
• Cover the gallery's highlights without feeling rushed on a well-paced personalized journey in your preferred language.
• After the tour, discover each room of Uffizi at your own pace – try to find matching subject matter, like over 6 Adoration of the Magi ’s, from Da Vinci to Dürer.
• Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery
• Skip-the-line entry to the gallery
• Expert English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Headsets (making sure you don't miss a beat!)
• Audio guide
• Tip: After completing your visit to the gallery, take a break and have a bite or drink at the Uffizi cafeteria terrace to soak in Florentine panoramas. Palazzo Vecchio is a delightful backdrop.
• Every first Sunday of the month, the museum follows normal opening hours and entry is free for everyone.
• All visitors must leave umbrellas, large bags, and backpacks in the cloakroom located near the museum entrance. The use of the cloakroom is free.
• Please note that all visitors to the museum must go through the security check. At the busiest times, the line for the check takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
• Re-entry is not allowed once you leave the gallery.
• The following are not allowed in the venue: Flash photography, Outside food and drink, Drones, Pets (with the exception of service animals with advance notice).

Combo (Save 5%): Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour + Accademia Gallery Guided Tour

• Save big with these fast-track tickets to Uffizi and Accademia Gallery and enjoy the flexibility of picking the days of your visit.
• Led by a knowledgeable guide who will share intriguing tales and insights, learn all you can about the galleries and their artworks.
• Admire Leonardo da Vinci’s Adoration of the Magi and Raphael’s Madonna of the Goldfinch, reflect the religious significance of the Renaissance era at Uffizi.
• Inside Accademia, discover its 7 galleries adorned with artworks and paintings of renowned artists like Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Paolo Uccello.
• Choose between English, Spanish, or Italian guided tours in both galleries.
• Guided tour of Uffizi Gallery with fast-track entry
• Local expert guide
• Guided tour of Accademia Gallery with fast-track entry
• Tip: As you stroll through the gallery, look outside the museum’s windows offering stunning views of Ponte Vecchio and Arno River.
• Please note that all visitors to the museum must go through the security check.
• The following are not allowed in the venue: flash photography, outside food and drink, drones, pets (with the exception of service animals with advance notice).
• Tip: If you wish to take a quick break, then visit the bustling Mercato di San Lorenzo, a great place to grab a gelato or a snack.

Palazzo Vecchio Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

• Explore the vast courtyards and magnanimous halls filled with art and sculptures of the Middle Ages with your expert guide.
• Witness the carefully preserved and untouched beauty of architecture from the Renaissance era at your own leisure.
• Discover the intricately decorated chapels and private apartments of the house of Medici and admire priceless treasures from the past.
• Walk around the famous and beautiful “Hall of the 500” and delight in an incredible series of art celebrating the greatest Renaissance artists.
• If secrets intrigue you, the optional upgrade is just the thing you'd enjoy. Opt in to uncover exquisite treasures and precious artifacts in hidden rooms of Medici family.
• Guided tour of the Palazzo Vecchio
• Skip-the-line entry tickets
• Expert English or Italian-speaking guide (optional)
• Tour of the secret passages & rooms (optional)
• Food & Beverages
• Hotel Transfers
• Tip: Read up on the Medici Empire, so the trip will be more fun and interesting.
• Children under the age of 18 years should be accompanied by an adult.
• The side entrance in Via dei Gondi has been adapted for wheelchair users and disabled visitors.
• The two main floors of the museum are wheelchair accessible but unfortunately, access to the mezzanine floor and some other locations are not.

Florence Cathedral Express Guided Tour

• Short but sweet! A perfect way to efficiently cover the highlights of Florence. Uncover the history of one of Italy’s most iconic cathedrals in under 1 hour.
• From the statues and mosaic tiles outside to the extensive frescoes inside, your guide will expertly narrate the Florence Cathedral’s story.
• With a simple upgrade, visit the Museum of Misericordia – home to 7 centuries of archives, like Santi di Tito's manuscripts and 16th-century Archconfraternity statutes!
• The right ticket option lets you dive deeper into the Cathedral Square and all its monuments using a multilingual audio guide.
• Guided tour of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• Entry to the Museum of Misericordia (optional)
• Multilingual audio guide for the Cathedral Complex (optional)
• Entry to Brunelleschi's Dome
• Entry to Giotto's Bell Tower
• Entry to Opera del Duomo Museum
• Entry to San Giovanni Baptistery
• Entry to the Secret Terraces
• Tip: Look up to the drum of the dome to see the gorgeous circular stained glass window Coronation of the Virgin , the only one visible from the nave of the Cathedral!
• The following are not allowed on this tour: Pets, Large bags/luggage, Backpacks.

City Sightseeing: 24/48/72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Florence

• Discover the city of Florence, known as the 'Cradle of Renaissance' as you hop on or off the bus unlimited times on this sightseeing tour.
• Choose between a 24, 48, or 72-hour pass and learn about the city's history with an interactive map and an audio guide in 8 languages.
• Soak in Medieval and Renaissance artisan shops near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, visit the historic park of Villa Cora, and more!
• Use the free WiFi and open deck to share your remarkable points of view.
• 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass
• Access to 2 routes
• Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
• Onboard assistance
• Free 'Sightseeing' app with interactive map
• First bus: 9:20am from Santa Maria Novella Train Station (Stop 10).
• Last bus: 6:30pm.
• Frequency: Every 25 mins.
• Popular stops: Porta Romana, Teatro Verdi.

Winter schedule

• First bus: 9.30am from stop 8.
• Last bus: 4:30pm.
• Frequency: Every 70mins (Mon to Fri), every 35mins (Sat, Sun & every day from Dec 23 to Jan 7, 2024).
• Click here for the winter map & time table.
• First bus: 10:15am from Galileo (Stop 1).
• Last bus: 5:15pm.
• Frequency: Every 60 mins.
• Popular stops: San Domenico, Piazzale Michelangelo.
• Operates only on weekends (Sat & Sun) and every day from Dec 23 to Jan 7, 2024.
• Buses scheduled at 10:45 am, 12:45pm & 2:45 pm.

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

• Tip: If you visit Calcio Museum at stop #6 on Line B, you could learn all about the history of Italy's national football team!
• Download the app ‘Sightseeing Experience’ to make the best use of the interactive map that shows you the position of the buses in real-time.
• Audio guide available in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Free WiFi.
• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Florence Cathedral VIP Guided Tour with Dome Climb & Secret Terrace Visit

• Looking for VIP treatment? Stop the search. The most exclusive tour in Florence invites you to not just the Cathedral's iconic dome, but also its secret terrace!
• Immerse yourself in the Florence Cathedral, from Bandinelli’s marble choir to Uccello's clock, as your guide reveals the captivating stories of its creation.
• See the huge technicolor stained-glass occhi windows and Vasari's iconic Last Judgement frescoes up close as you climb Brunelleschi’s Dome.
• Get early access to an English-guided tour by upgrading your ticket and enjoy an Italian breakfast: Coffee, cappuccino, and pastries.
• Enjoy unparalleled views of the city and gaze down into the interior of the Cathedral from its Secret Terrace, a 140-meter-long balcony.
• Guided tour of the Secret Terrace with entry
• Early entry English-guided tour (optional).
• Tip: Make sure your camera is fully charged for this one! You'll experience some of the best panoramic views in Florence.
• There's no elevator up to the top, so be prepared to climb those 463 steps to get to the dome!
• Children aged 0-6 are not allowed for the early entry English-guided tour.
• Strict Dress Code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. Sandals, headgear, and sunglasses are also not allowed.
• Suffer from heart problems, vertigo, claustrophobia, or reduced mobility? Maybe Dome access isn't for you. Why not check out an Express Guided Tour of Florence Cathedral without Dome access instead?

Florence in a Day: City Centre Walking Tour with Accademia & Uffizi Gallery Tickets

• From iconic architecture to renowned art, enjoy the best of Florence on a 2.5-hour guided tour of its center, and skip-the-line access to the Accademia and Uffizi.
• Start in the heart of the city. Traverse Ponte Vecchhio bridge and rub Il Porcelino 's nose at the Straw Market before surveying Florence Cathedral's stunning façade.
• At Accademia Gallery, encounter Michelangelo’s seminal sculptures – from the 4-part Prisoner series to the iconic David .
• Uffizi Gallery holds transcendent mythical paintings like Sandro Boticelli’s Birth of Venus and Carravaggio’s Medusa as well as Bacchus .
• Roam the 2 galleries at your own pace, absorbing artistry at your leisure without guided restrictions.
• 2.5-hour walking tour of the Florence Historic Center
• Hosted entry to Accademia Gallery
• Hosted entry to Uffizi Gallery
• Combo guided tour of Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery (optional)
• Visit the outside of the Florence Duomo
• Small group tour
• Piazzale degli Uffizi
• Ponte Vecchio Bridge
• Leather Market
• Piazza Signoria
• Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• San Giovanni Baptistery
• Tip: Try to find out more about the ‘secret passage’ of the Medici family that runs through Uffizi Gallery, along Ponte Vecchio, to Pitti Palace!
• Accademia and Uffizi Gallery are some of the most popular tourist destinations and sometimes delays can occur due to increased security measures or unexpectedly large crowds during holidays and festivities. As always, your host will ensure any delays are minimized and you get access as quickly as possible.
• Strict Dress Code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders are required in the Cathedral. Sandals, headgear and sunglasses are also not allowed.

From Florence: Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa Day Trip

• Enjoy round-trip transfers by GT coach or minivan from Florence to the Tuscan countryside and explore its breathtaking landscapes.
• With the expertise of a multilingual guide, get a taste of the authentic Tuscan experience on a full-day tour.
• Visit the enthralling city of Siena where you’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio di Siena horse race.
• Upgrade to relish a delicious lunch of Tuscan cuisine, and an authentic local wine-tasting tour. Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and explore to your heart’s desire.
• Go to Pisa and its stunning Piazza dei Miracoli. Admire the Baptistery, the Cathedral and, of course, the famous Leaning Tower.
• Full-day tour of Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa
• Expert English, Spanish, Italian or French-speaking guide
• Round-trip transfers from Florence by GT coach
• Typical Tuscan lunch with drinks (optional)
• Wine tasting (optional)
• Entry to Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Entry to Siena Cathedral
• Please note that the order of the itinerary may change.
• Customers must be able to climb and descend stairs. Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved and this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
• For lunch, a vegetarian menu is available on request. Dietary requirements should be specified at the time of booking.

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Great time traveling with others, tour was organized but felt organic. Great restaurants and I loved my e-bike, particularly on the hills!

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Florence City Break - 3 Days/2 Nights

Great tour guide (Mano) keeps the group entertained and time seemed to fly by really quickly

• €100 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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The Best of Tuscany - 4Days/3Nights

You won't find better options without paying significantly more. A professional company provides enjoyable travel experiences.

Private Gourmet Wine Tour in Tuscany, Italy

This was a wonderful tour. Great accommodations! Fabulous wines and tours. We had a wonderful driver, Brando, who was patient and knowledgeable. This is a trip well worth it. Villa Lecchi was elegant and made us feel very special!

Classical Italy

Well organized, very quick pace.

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Highlights of Italy

Exactly how I like with the itinerary, you’re able to visit most of the place’s must-see destinations and heaps of time to know the place more on your own.

The Italian Dream

The provided tour was very enjoyable and well planned. The TourRadar team was very helpful and accommodating to our needs. We enjoyed our tour guides knowledge as well as the other tour guides in Venice and The Vatican. A special treat was the Skip-the-Line feature which gave our group quick access into the exhibits.

The best of Tuscany - 5 days private tour

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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Unique 8 days in Tuscany Adventure

This 7 day tour of Tuscany was everything and more than what we hoped for. The villa is beautiful with the most gorgeous view of the valley, the chef is great and the staff super accommodating. Paolo is a great guide and extremely knowledgeable about what seems like everything! I do hope we see him again on our future adventures in Italy. The different towns were interesting and unique in their own ways and the wineries and lunches at the farmhouse were super! Of course, the hot springs were special and definitely worth the visit to Tuscany in of themselves. Overall, we had a romantic and relaxing getaway in this beautiful part of Italy that I think everyone should visit! Mariya and Andrew

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Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines

Almost everything was very good or excellent. In particular: (1) Our guide Liz (superb - went way beyond our expectations), (2) The group & group dynamic, (3) two of the three main walks, (4) Sienna trip, (5) the evening meals, greatly enhanced by the group dynamic. For us, there were a few drawbacks: (1) early starts, (2) the days were too long with too much crammed in, (3) too much bus time! We enjoy our walks and are used to 16k plus hikes but with plenty of free time. We really enjoyed the experience but will probably look for something with more downtime (and less bus time) in future. Thanks to Liz and Exodus for everything .

Discover Italy end Milan

Great experience. Your guides Manuel and Sabrina were excellent and very knowledgeable about the areas they covered. Only complaint is no wifi on board buses. Would be handy to book additional tours etc on the go.

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I had the best tour guide, Alessia, and best driver, Salvador. I would redo this trip just because of them!

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12 BEST Walking Tours of Florence, Italy by a Local

By: Author Stefania Guglielmi

Posted on Last updated: April 13, 2024

Categories Europe , Italy

Looking for the very best walking tours in Florence? In this article, you’ll find the ultimate options, from foodie trips to cultural experiences and eerie, dark-themed tours. Check them out! 

Florence, the capital city of the Tuscany region, is a treasure trove of art, architecture, and culture. With so many landmarks, museums, and historical sites, a walking tour is an excellent way to soak in the city’s vibrant atmosphere. 

In addition to the traditional walking tours, several specialized tours offer a unique perspective on the city . These include art-focused tours, jam-packed trips around the city, and even food experiences.

If you’re spending at least 2 days in Florence , I highly recommend choosing a comprehensive tour to gain an in-depth introduction to the city .

This list also features family-friendly tours and even a Dan Brown’s Inferno -themed one! Read on to find the best walking tours in Florence , and choose the one that best suits you.

Why should you trust my guide to Florence walking tours? Raised in Bologna, just a quick 30-minute train ride away, I’ve spent countless days exploring Florence as if it were my backyard.

With a decade of experience in the Italian travel industry, I’ve curated a list of walking tours that offer you Florence in its most authentic form. You’re getting nothing but the best, carefully selected to make every step of your journey unforgettable.

I generally use Viator and Get Your Guide to book tours around the world. I especially recommend them for their great cancellation policy. If your plans change, you can cancel most activities up to 24 hours in advance and get a full refund. 

Limited time? These are the best tours

The BEST Florence Walking Tour 

If you’d like to squeeze in as many Florentine sights as possible in your trip, Florence in a Day With David, Duomo, Uffizi & Walking Tour is the perfect option. 

I’ve personally gone on this exact tour and thought it was the perfect introduction to the city. Even if I had already visited Florence many times, I learned a lot thanks to our knowledgeable guide.

This is a full-day tour that starts with a visit to the Accademia Gallery to marvel at the world-famous Michelangelo’s David .

Then, you’ll walk around the city center to admire sights like Ponte Vecchio, the Florence Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. Basically, all the highlights of the city!

After a break and some free time for lunch, the tour continues with skip-the-line access to the Uffizi Gallery. This art gallery is home to some of the finest Renaissance works. 

Even if you’re not an art or history buff, you’ll be captivated by some of the stories behind these paintings.

Why is this the best tour? Because it introduces you to Florence in an in-depth, comprehensive way. Not only is it very informative, but fun and engaging.

On top of that, it includes tickets to one of the city’s most sought-after attractions (which can be hard to get on your own!)

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“A great tour of Florence to enjoy the city, visiting the most interesting cultural sites with excellent explanations by a well-qualified guide. This tour is a must if you just have one day to visit this wonderful city or if you want you have a first thorough insight of Florence. Superb!” Alba – Read more reviews

This tour includes : A guided walking tour, skip-the-line access to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, and a local guide. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

➤ If you prefer, you can book the same exact tour, under the name Florence in a Day: Michelangelo’s David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour , on Viator. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Limited Time? Join A Quick Florence Walking Tour

▶️ Join an expert guide to explore the city’s iconic landmarks on this Florence: Guided Walking Tour that takes merely 1.5 hours.

Stand in awe in front of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral at Piazza del Duomo. As you admire it, your guide will regale you with facts about its architecture and construction.

Walk along both busy and hidden streets, following the footsteps of Botticelli and Michelangelo. Delve into their connection with the city and the lives they led there.

The walking tour will take you past the most iconic attractions, including Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio.

This tour includes : A guide, and a walking tour. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ Travel back in time to discover the story of the Medici Dynasty on this Florence: Mysteries of the Medici Guided Walking Tour .

Explore the streets of Florence and uncover the secrets of this banking family which came to be one of the most important ruling houses in the city. 

You’ll learn about the most remarkable members of the dynasty, who used their wealth and influence to shape the Renaissance. Visit the Medici Chapel, and other city spots related to the family. 

Marvel at the Commesso Fiorentino, and learn about the intense rivalry between the Strozzi, Pazzi, and Medici families. You can choose between a shared group or a private walking tour.

This tour includes : An expert guide, a walking tour, and optional Medici Chapel entrance. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

The Best Walking Tours of Florence with David 

▶️ Get ready to soak up the magic of the Renaissance with the Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo . You’ll enjoy three hours of exploration with a knowledgeable guide, and get to admire Florence’s top attractions. 

Marvel at Michelangelo’s David in Galleria dell’Accademia, and learn about the Medici family. Rulers of the city for many centuries, they sponsored most Renaissance artists, including Michelangelo!

See the open-air sculpture gallery at Piazza della Signoria, which includes a replica of David , and check out Ponte Vecchio. You’ll also discover the fascinating history behind the Florence Duomo during your visit.

This tour includes : A local guide, a walking tour, and skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ Check out this comprehensive Skip-the-Line Florence Highlights and David Walking Tour . Stroll around Piazza della Repubblica and Piazza della Signoria, and admire the opulent Pitti Palace.

Then, stand in front of the legendary Duomo as you learn about the history and culture of the city from your guide. 

Cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge, and head into the Bohemian neighborhood of Oltrarno. There you’ll delve into the heritage and modern customs of Florence.

A visit to the striking Galleria dell’Accademia is included as well, so you can marvel at Michelangelo’s David from up close. The tour can be upgraded to become private. 

This walking tour in Firenze includes : A guide, skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery, and headsets. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

A Food Tour in Florence

The Oltrarno at Sunset: Florence Food & Wine Tour is a great foodie experience. Count your time in Florence with meals, not hours, as you follow a guide to the most authentic eateries and bars in the Oltrarno neighborhood. 

Considered the building block of Tuscan cuisine, it bustles with spots where you’ll sample delicious Florentine bites. From focaccia and pecorino cheeses to olive oils, and balsamic vinegar, you’ll eat your way through the district… and then embark on a tour around the enotecas!

Discover how wine is produced and stored, and sample the best Tuscan wines paired with local aperitivos. You’ll even get a glass of wine served through the famous wine windows! 

This tour includes : A local guide, a walking tour, and all food and drink tastings. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Looking for more options? I’ve written an entire post about food tours in Florence . Check it out!

Private Walking Tours in Florence, Italy

▶️ Ready to explore the Renaissance city like never before? Best of Florence Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals is the answer.

This half-day experience accommodates up to 8 people, and is led by a knowledgeable guide dedicated solely to you and your group.

While you can tailor the tour to your interests, some of the must-see spots included are Piazza del Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. During the tour, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with included antipasti and wine tasting.

This tour includes : A local guide, a walking tour, antipasti, wine, and Santo Spirito Church entry. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ The Florence Private Food Walking Tour with Locals: 6 or 10 Tastings is a one-of-a-kind experience. It takes you on an insider’s tasting journey through the city’s vibrant food scene.

With a foodie local guide by your side, you’ll sample regional delicacies while visiting some of the area’s most historic spots. 

Your food journey begins in Piazza Santo Spirito, one of the most important squares. Browse the morning market for fruits and vegetables, and head to Ponte Vecchio to sample cantucci and coccolo ripieno . 

Continue to the most beloved eateries in town for sweet and savory bites paired with refreshing drinks. While you eat, pay attention to your guide’s introduction to the city’s culinary scene!

Vegetarian alternatives are available. 

This tour includes : A guide, and 10 food & drink tastings. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Florence Walking Tours by Night

▶️ Wanted to explore the city in a different light? Join this Florence: Dark History Walking Tour with Bar Stops to drink, walk, and party.

Start your adventure at the famous Piazza della Signoria, and from there stroll toward Ponte Vecchio as you learn about its fascinating history.

Then, head to the Oltrarno district, where you’ll experience the authentic Italian nightlife scene with a Negroni or Spritz. As you explore the city, delve into the darker side of Florence’s history with tales of murder, mystery, and intrigue.

This Florence night walking tour includes : A tour guide, bar visits, a cocktail, shot, and wine. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ Experience a splendid excursion with this Florence: Sunset Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting . Walk through the charming Oltrarno district and marvel at Florence’s iconic landmarks as you learn about them from your guide.

You’ll also taste some of the finest wines from the Chianti region, and satisfy your taste buds with crostoni, cheeses, and cold cuts.

This tour allows you to delve into the history and culture of Florence, so it’s highly recommended.

This tour includes : A guide, wine tasting, and snacks. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Best Family Friendly Walking Tour in Florence

The Florence Tour for Kids and Families with Gelato is perfect for those traveling with children, as it’s specifically designed for them. It’s a 2.5-hour experience that takes you around the city on foot. 

Discover hidden gems and beautiful alleys off the beaten path as a guide tells interesting stories about the city and its landmarks. Games and trivia will keep the children entertained and eager to learn as you also walk past the most remarkable attractions in Florence. 

Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, San Lorenzo Market, the Duomo, and Ponte Vecchio are a few of the landmarks you’ll get to see! Cap off the tour with delicious Italian gelato. 

This tour includes : A guide, a family-friendly walking tour, and gelato. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

A Tour for Dan Brown’s Fans

If you are an avid reader, this Florence: Dan Brown’s Inferno 2-Hour Walking Tour might pique your interest. The tour gives you a chance to follow the adventures of Robert Langdon, the protagonist of the best-selling novel.

You’ll visit the key locations featured in the novel and be reminded of details and important facts linking the book and the city. Piazza della Signoria, Florence Cathedral, and the Gates of Paradise are a few of the attractions you’ll visit. 

This Florence Inferno walking tour includes : A tour guide, and entrance tickets. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

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Best Things To Do in Florence Italy

A florentine love affair: best things to do in florence, italy.

I f you haven’t been to Florence , you haven’t been to Italy. It’s that simple. The “Athens of the Middle Ages”, Florence was once one of the world’s most important cities during the medieval times. It was the crux of several trade routes, bustling with activity and prosperity. This much is obvious to us until now — as the epicenter of the Renaissance, Florence is an ever-unfolding display of priceless art and architecture. It also has a rich history, with such literary figures as Dante Alighieri and Niccolo Machiavelli molding their literary wit amidst its affairs.

But this is just one of Florence’s facets. As part of the Tuscan region, Florence is the perfect jumping point for a sojourn to the countryside. Tuscany is famous for producing some of the best wines in Italy, with such products as Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino. This distinction is highlighted by the fact that the vineyards of Tuscany are also among the most scenic spots this side of the world!

So you see, Florence sights are for everybody. Let’s break down some of the best things to do in Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site !

Take a Walking Tour

Florence is a compact city, and it is best explored on foot. The thing is, there are so many things to see here that you’d probably get lost as you follow the artworks at every turn! The best way to go about this is through a walking tour (take a look of our suggestion of favorite walking tours in Florence here). Aside from having the benefit of a guide to explain to you why you should be looking at this particular piece of art over the dozens more around the corner, you also get the rare chance to slip past the hundreds in queue for the main attractions. If you pick the right tour, you could also get the chance to slip behind the scenes and view Florence from a different perspective.

Also, many places in Florence tours are best with a small group. The breathtaking Duomo, for example offers something via walking tours that you can’t get as a casual tourist. There are also certain walking tours that include within their itineraries places that only locals know. Whether this is an excellent cup of espresso in an out-of-the-way cafe, or the best aperitivo this side of Tuscany, tours can give you a much-needed local’s eye view of the place.

Being a very touristy area, there are lots of pretty good tour operators in Florence . Get Your Guide is a major one, with exclusive trips through the most iconic spots (and a lot of hidden places only Florentians see). They also have a personalized tour that puts you in step with a local, so you can see the ins and outs of your chosen neighborhood!

Walking Florence Tours to Consider

• Walking Florence Tour of Historical Center
• Renaissance City Walking Tour
• Uffizi & Academia Small Group Walking Tour
• 3-Hour Skip-The-Line City Highlights and David
• Florence: Secret History Tour

Major Attractions Included in Most Florence Tours

Santa maria novella church.

I’m going to take a guess and assume you’ll be rolling into Florence via train (which is among the most comfortable ways of travel). You’ll end up at the Santa Maria Novella Station (S.M.N). You’re in luck, because there’s a significant tourist attraction just across the street!

This is the Santa Maria Novella Church, located on the northern riverbank of the Arno. The white-and-green marble of the facade is famous in itself, but the real star here is Masaccio’s Trinity which is located in the church! It may not look like much, but it is the first ever painting in the history of art to utilize true perspective. Pretty sweet, huh?

Galleria dell’Accademia

After this bit of intro, let’s look at one of the most famous and most important sculptures of the Renaissance — Michelangelo’s David. There are many replicas scattered throughout history, but the original is housed in the Accademia Gallery. Aside from the imposing statue at the center, set aside an hour or so to look at the many other works of art inside.

It is highly recommended to buy tickets in advance or book one of those skip-the-line tours as queues can get as long as an hour and a half during the busier periods! The Galleria is almost a kilometer (around 10 minutes away) from the Santa Maria Novella Church. On the way you will pass through some other famous spots like the San Lorenzo market, which we’ll save for later.

This is undoubtedly the most iconic and most outstanding piece of art in the whole of Florence. Officially, it is called the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, but everyone just knows it as the Duomo — the famous cupola is made by Brunelleschi, and is free to enter so you can admire it from the inside. There are also tours that allow you to climb to the towering structure’s very top with a small group. It’s a slight chore but you will be greatly rewarded with a magnificent vista of Florence.

Aside from the Duomo itself, the entire Piazza del Duomo has a set of other attractions. There’s Giotto’s bell tower, and the Baptistery with its magnificent “Gates of Paradise”. These other spots require another ticket (covering all of them), and you can buy them directly from the ticket office on-site.

To get to the Duomo from the Accademia Gallery, head down Via Ricasoli (about 500 meters).

Piazza della Signoria

Another cove of art in the historic center of Florence is just 500 meters away, through the Via dei Calzaiuoli. The Piazza della Signoria is known not just for being the city’s political center for most of its existence, but also for having a collection of notable sculptures. Don’t miss Neptune’s Fountain and the Equestrian Statue, both landmarks of the city.  There is also the Loggia dei Lanzi and the Orsanmichele, both nearby and both sporting multitudes of stunning statues

Boboli Gardens

We’re taking a long walk this time (or a short taxi ride, your pick). From your hotel, head over to the Boboli Gardens. It’s best to do this early in the morning, when you can get to enjoy an aspect of Florence too few people see: the green and pristine outdoor views. The gardens are connected to the Modern Art Gallery, so you may want to check those out, too. But even if you’re still full of art from the previous day, you’ll appreciate the well-trimmed greens and beautiful blooms around here.

Ponte Vecchio Bridge

From the Boboli Gardens, head on a stroll towards the Ponte Vecchio. This is around a kilometer away, and the winding route will take you through some of Florence’s oldest and most scenic alleyways — the same places where the ancestral families of the city have lived for centuries! At the end of the kilometer-long walk, the Ponte Vecchio looms calm and steady. Arguably the city’s most enduring landmark, the “Old Bridge” (as the name literally means) has bridged the Arno since the 12th century!

As a plus, the Ponte Vecchio is near one of the best pizza places this side of Italy. Make sure to try Gusta Pizza’s Napoli-style wood-oven pizza for lunch!

Uffizi Gallery

Not even 200 meters from the Ponte Vecchio is your next stop, and one that will probably take up a good 2 hours of your day. The Uffizi Gallery houses one of the world’s biggest and most expensive art collections, and the queues here can get really long! Buying your tickets beforehand (or better yet, getting a guided tour) is absolutely a must.

The place around the Uffizi is also pretty remarkable in its architecture, so don’t just hurry through it!

Fontana del Porcellino

If you think the surroundings are familiar, it’s because you’ve been here yesterday! You would have also passed by the Piazza della Signoria in your 5-minute walk to the Fontana del Porcellino. It’s also a great time to go on a last-minute shopping spree, as the route lies amidst some of Florence’s high-end shopping places.

Once you’re done, pass through Via Por Santa Maria and head straight until you get to Piazza del Mercato Nuovo. Turn left here, and you will be greeted with the sight of Florence’s famous bronze boar. It is said that rubbing the boar’s nose guarantees a return to Florence!

Piazza della Repubblica

We’re going to end our Florence tour with the Piazza della Repubb

lica, the place where the city was founded. Today, it is a great park surrounded by beautiful architecture… and it is also home to a really pretty carousel!

Go On a Wine Tour

The beauty of wine tours from Florence is that they also double as scenic day trips. There are lots of wine-producing areas in the Tuscan countryside. Most of them easily reachable from Florence (and the rest just a train transfer or two away).

For example, the classic Chianti Classico area produces some of the best wines in the world. It also houses some of the most raw vineyard sceneries anywhere. You can stop by a wine estate on your wine tour, to learn about the secrets of the earth and winemaking in general. San Gimignano is further away, but it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site that looks like a medieval town frozen in time. Aside from its iconic skyline, it is also famous for the Vernaccia di San Gimignano.

The town also offers a special treat within its vineyards. The aesthetic marvel of “spiral vineyards” is breathtaking to behold! The Giachi family owns one at the San Gimignano. Don’t forget to ask around for the history of the wines here — you’ll be in for an intellectual treat.

Wine tours can also be arranged with a trustworthy tour operator. There are a variety of wine tours from Florence, with wine pairings for everything from history to a cooking lesson. Check out sites like Get Your Guide to learn more!

Consider These Food Tours

• Secret Food Tour in Florence
• Italian Food Market & Cooking Experience
• Florence Food Walking Tour
• Gourmet Food Tour Florence
• Carmignano Half-Day Wine and Food Tour from Florence
• Heart of Florence: Authentic Dinner and Concert
• Florence Night Tour by Electric Bike with Gelato Tasting

Market Day at the Mercato Centrale

Tuscany has many markets and Florence some of the best. This is the central market and the perfect shopping haven for all things truly Italian. It may be tempting to follow the tourist crowds into the San Lorenzo market outside, but ditch that plan and go here instead!

The cast-iron structure is perfect for both foodies and those looking for the farm-fresh produce that Italian cuisine is famous for. The ground floor, you’ll find all kinds of meats — from the basic seafood, pork, beef, and chicken, to the more exotic wild boar and rabbit. Cured meats, sausages, and more are also present. Of course, cheese and olive oil are everywhere!

At the second floor is a food court that gives you a perfect vantage point for a hefty breakfast. Some stalls even have made-to-order sandwiches. Don’t miss Da Nerbone, a local food institution that was founded in 1872. It is a cafeteria-style eatery with Tuscan delicacies. Make sure to come in early for their panino con bolito , as the place is completely swamped at lunch! This is located at the southern corner of Mercato Centrale. There are also many artisan food shops elsewhere, where you can see traditional Italian food made from scratch and using traditional processes.

And of course, a cup of Italian coffee or an aperitivo is just the perfect accompaniment to a meal here! The Mercato Centrale is located between Via Sant’Antonino and Via dell’Ariento.

Shop Til You Drop at the San Lorenzo Market

After you’ve absorbed the local glory of the Mercato, it’s now time to move towards the more touristy stuff. The San Lorenzo market is a large group of stalls surrounding the Mercato Centrale. It is known for its endless variety of leathercraft, which is one of the Tuscan region’s specialties (as it’s not always food-related). Here you can also buy lots of clothing items, and a few souvenirs to take home.

Pro tip — the place caters to the foreign crowd most often, so there are lots of tourist traps. Make sure you’ve made the rounds before even reaching for your wallet! Haggling and bargaining is also a norm here, so don’t be afraid to ask if you think the price can go down.

One cool thing here is that you may ask for a specific type of product and you may end up being brought to a warehouse where they stock these goods before they get to San Lorenzo. Some would just lead you somewhere nearby where they have extra stock, but who knows what you’d end up finding! The San Lorenzo Market is closed only on Sundays and Mondays.

Dine and Be Merry

The food stalls at the Mercato are perfect for those on a budget (trust me, they’re not all that pricey). But if you have some extra to splurge with, there are some places you should visit.

One of them is Caffe Gilli, which has been in business since 1733. That’s way back to the time the Medicis ruled Florence! Located at the Piazza della Repubblica, Caffe Gilli serves some really tasty pastries in an opulent and entirely traditional setting.

Another one is the Borgo San Jacopo, which is a Michelin Star stop on the banks of the Arno. Yes, that Arno River which has some of the most stunning Florentine views anywhere! The outdoor seating is magnificent. Don’t miss the potato spaghetti, whose pasta is made entirely of potatoes (no flour!). Indeed, this place specializes in creating magnificent dining experiences from simple (and often audacious) ingredients. Visit them at Borgo San Jacopo 62/R.

Get a Closer Look at the Local Florence Sights

When you’re in Florence, it’s very easy to get lost in all the architectural and artistic beauty that you may forget how local life is just as fascinating. For a quick look, head over to the Piazza Santo Spirito (16R) which is the center of the city’s artisan section. This bohemian plaza hosts a number of bars and restaurants, plus a street market, all under the gaze of the beautiful Basilica of Santo Spirito. Here you can find everything from antiques to produce, and of course you can find Florentians going about their lively daily business. Make sure to stay for the nightlife to get a different perspective of the place!

And if you’d like to see just how colorful Florence can get, go here on June 24 in time for the festivities of St. John the Baptist! He is Florence’s patron saint, and on this date everything happens in Florence. Everything — parades, games, marathons, fireworks, football matches, boat races, and more!

Getting To And Getting Around Florence

Italy has a very good train system, so if you’re starting from another Italian city you can just hop onto a train and look for the Florence station. If you’ll be coming from overseas, however, you’re most likely going to end up in Vespucci Airport. You might also be travelling via a rented car (as most European tourists) — if so you will take the A1 Motorway which links the northern and southern sides of Italy. This runs by Florence, so it’s easy to follow. If you’re coming from the west coast, the A11 Motorway is your friend.

Another convenient way to get to Florence is via coach, which is an option even if you’re from another country. Eurolines operates international buses from such notable cities as Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Prague, and more. The city is also littered with several drop-off and pick-up points, which also make coaches a good option for travelling around Florence (especially if you’re with your luggage).

That said, it is most advisable to travel around Florence on foot. It is the smallest among Europe’s famous cities, and you can literally walk to any famous work of art from the train station! There are places that require quite a bit of hike, sure, but there’s no better way to appreciate the unfolding displays here at the Cradle of the Renaissance than by walking.

Yes, Florence is a very colorful place, not just one in oil paints and stone reliefs, of history and art. Hopefully this has enlightened you to all the things to do in Florence. This list is but an appetizer — take each turn, travel each road, and you’re sure to find a section of Florence that is as romantic and yet as unique as the last.

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