Florence Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

5.0
(59 reviews)
Florence, Italy

2 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This isn’t a rigid itinerary—it’s a flexible walking experience through Florence, crafted entirely around what excites you. Whether you're drawn to Renaissance architecture, artisan studios, local food markets, or peaceful piazzas, your host designs a route that reflects your interests.

After booking, you’ll complete a short online questionnaire so we can match you with a local host who shares your passions. You’ll work together to shape an immersive, relaxed, and tailored experience—filled with hidden corners, cultural insights, and moments that reveal the real Florence beyond the crowds.

What's Included

Online questionnaire link sent after booking to tailor your experience and match you to a local host
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a private walking experience. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option.

If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option.

Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour.

NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

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Meeting point

This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • Florence (Pass by)

    Experience Florence with a local host who brings the city to life through personal stories and off-the-beaten-path discoveries. This is more than a tour—it’s a personalized City Unscripted experience filled with real moments and cultural insights. Before your day begins, you’ll receive a short questionnaire so we can tailor your itinerary to your interests—be it local food, Renaissance art, family-run boutiques, or architectural gems. Here are some stops that could shape your day:

    Admission ticket free
  • Oltrarno (Pass by)

    Begin in the artsy Oltrarno district, home to artisan workshops, lesser-known churches, and tucked-away piazzas. This authentic neighborhood reflects Florence’s local character, far from the typical tourist trail.

    Admission ticket free
  • Piazza della Signoria (Pass by)

    Step into Florence’s civic heart at Piazza della Signoria, where historic statues and grand palazzos frame everyday city life. It’s a space of political power, public art, and centuries of cultural history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Wander down this narrow, vaulted medieval street that reveals Florence’s layered past. Tucked between historic buildings, this atmospheric alley whispers stories of the city’s evolution over the centuries.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Pass by)

    Admire the iconic Florence Cathedral and its majestic dome from the lively Piazza del Duomo. Your host shares insights into its architectural significance and cultural symbolism as you take it in from street level.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Discover a true Florentine market where locals shop for fresh produce, cheeses, and regional specialties. Immerse yourself in the sounds, scents, and flavors that define daily life—perhaps with a quick bite.

    Admission ticket free
  • Ponte Vecchio (Pass by)

    End your experience at Florence’s most storied bridge. Spanning the Arno River, the Ponte Vecchio’s centuries-old shops and postcard-worthy views offer a charming close to your day of authentic discovery.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
Supplied by City Unscripted

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Nature Walks
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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