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- English
- Italian
- French
My private tour will make you discover the historic center of Florence from multiple points of view. I will tell you the archaeological secrets that the city hides: the Roman foundation, the remains of the Forum, the Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Baths and the first city walls.
I will tell you about the Medici family, the rise to power of a dynasty that for over three centuries ruled Florence and later the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.
You will discover with me many artistic and architectural masterpieces of the Middle Ages and the golden age of the Renaissance.
Anecdotes, intrigues and aspects of city life over the centuries will be an integral part of the tour.
I will tell you about the history of many illustrious personalities linked to Florence such as Dante, Giotto, Brunelleschi, Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci, Benvenuto Cellini and many more.
I will let you get into the spirit of the times and at the end of the tour you will know the essence of Florence.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Apple Store
On the banks of the Arno, in front of the facade of the Uffizi
Itinerary
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1Piazza della Repubblica
You will start the tour at the place where the Romans founded Florence two thousand years ago. I'll tell you about the transformations of the square from imperial times to today
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Piazza del Duomo
We will admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery of San Giovanni Battista
25 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
In the Medieval Quarter you will admire stone towers, including the Torre della Pagliazza, an ancient women's prison built on the ruins of a Roman thermal building
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
I will tell you about Dante and the church where the great poet met Beatrice, protagonist of the Divine Comedy
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Museo Casa di Dante
Where Dante Alighieri once lived, there is now a museum dedicated to him. I will talk about Dante's role as the father of the Italian language and his exile from Florence
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
You will visit the courtyard of Palazzo Vecchio on the ground floor, with Renaissance frescoes painted for the Medici Family who lived inside the palace
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Piazza della Signoria
Admire the majestic Renaissance statues that still decorate the Piazza and the Loggia della Signoria, as well as the elegant facade of Palazzo Vecchio
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8
You will learn about the history of the palace that now houses the most famous painting gallery in Italy, among the most important in the world: The Uffizi Gallery
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9
In front of the river Arno you will admire the Ponte Vecchio, the Vasari Corridor, the facade of the Uffizi and Piazzale Michelangelo
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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