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Enjoy an unforgettable full-day trip from Milan to Florence and travel comfortably by high-speed train.
Begin your day with a guided walking tour led by a professional local guide. Explore the historic Medici district, visiting highlights like the Medici Chapels. Admire the stunning Florence Cathedral (Duomo), with Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni. Stroll the medieval streets and visit the Straw Market, where you can rub the nose of the famous “Porcellino” for good luck. Continue to the iconic Piazza della Signoria, a spectacular open-air museum. See the impressive Palazzo Vecchio and end the tour at Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most famous bridge.
If option selected, visit the interior of the Cathedral with your guide. Marvel at its vast nave, Bandinelli’s marble choir, stained-glass masterpieces, and Vasari’s frescoes inside the Dome.
Enjoy free time to explore, shop, or relax before heading back to Milan by train in the evening.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Train departure from Milano Centrale Station, mandatory to arrive at the station at least 20 minutes before your departure time. You will receive your Train ticket with departure and return time, by email or whatsapp, the day before your trip
Itinerary
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1Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Admire the imposing exterior of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the first great Renaissance palace of the Medici family. From the outside, your guide will introduce the power, taste and influence of the dynasty that helped shape Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Piazza di San Lorenzo
Discover Piazza di San Lorenzo, one of the most historic corners of Florence and closely connected to the Medici family. From the square, take in the atmosphere of the neighborhood and learn about the basilica’s long history and its role in Florentine religious and political life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
Marvel at the magnificent exterior of Florence Cathedral, with its richly decorated marble façade, Brunelleschi’s extraordinary dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the ancient Baptistery. From the outside, discover how this monumental complex became one of the greatest symbols of Renaissance Florence.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
Admire Orsanmichele from the outside, a unique building that began as a grain market before becoming one of Florence’s most fascinating churches. Your guide will point out its elegant architecture and the famous exterior niches once decorated by the city’s powerful guilds.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Mercato del Porcellino
Visit the lively Mercato del Porcellino, famous for its traditional leather stalls and the beloved bronze boar fountain. Discover the local legend behind the “Porcellino” and enjoy the charm of one of Florence’s most popular market areas.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Piazza della Signoria
Enter Piazza della Signoria, Florence’s grand open-air museum and political heart. Surrounded by statues, historic palaces and the majestic Palazzo Vecchio, this square tells stories of power, art, rivalry and civic pride at the center of Florentine history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Ponte Vecchio
End your walk at the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most famous bridge. Lined with historic shops and suspended over the Arno River, it offers one of the city’s most unforgettable views and a perfect glimpse into Florence’s timeless charm.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will receive your Train ticket with departure and return time, by email or whatsapp, the day before your trip
- Train departure from Milano Centrale Station, mandatory to arrive at the station at least 20 minutes before your departure time
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to get the time-entry ticket and Museum access, nor to have a refund or reschedule the entry
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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