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Discover Florence's hidden treasures of 1800 years on this unique 2-hour walking tour, tracing the city's roots from its foundation to the end of the Medici dynasty. . Delve into the lives and secrets of Renaissance masters like Michelangelo, Leonardo, Botticelli, and Brunelleschi, as you explore the historic center and visit iconic monuments. Learn about the intriguing history of wine windows dating back to the 14th century and uncover why Florence is the fashion capital of the world. This journey through art, science, and mystery is a must for anyone seeking to truly know Florence.
- 2-hour guided walking tour covering 80% of Florence’s historic center
- Explore the lives of Renaissance artists and their hidden stories
- Visit significant monuments, cathedrals, and historical sites
- Learn about Florence's cultural impact from fashion to charity wine windows
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet in the square in front of the hospital. THE OLDEST HOSPITAL OF THE WORLD
We end saying good night to THE DAVID OF MICHELANGELO
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
We meet here in front of the oldest hospital of the world. Why does this hospital mention Michelangelo and Leonardo very often? What does Dante have to do with this hospital and its relation with the DIVINE COMEDY
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Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (Pass by)
Why is this Cathedral a one-of-a-kind in the world. What did Brunelleschi achieve 600 years ago that still today people cannot achieve. What's brings together the DAVID of Michelangelo and this church?
Admission ticket free -
Battistero Di San Giovanni (Pass by)
The gate to heaven by Ghibberti. Why is the beggining of Renaissance attributed to this GOLDEN GATE. Who are this "Kim Jong Un" and that "Fat Putin" depicted on the gate: What is Perceptual Prospective and how is Donatello related to Video Games?
Admission ticket free -
1Piazza della Repubblica
Why is it called the ROMAN FORUM? Who made the Column of Abundance in 1431? How did the Medici become the Patrons of Renaissance. Who invented the modern Banking?
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Palazzo Strozzi (Pass by)
Why is this building a COPY of the Palazzo Medici Riciardi even though they were enemies of the Medici family. Where was the Negroni cocktail born? Why is Florence the Capital of Fashion? What about the very bizarre place to hide stolen jewlery?
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Ponte Vecchio (Pass by)
Who build it and why is called the OLD BRIDGE? Who made it the official jewelry of the city and WHY? What are those windows and that passage on top of the bridge and what does it connect? What about that unique FLORENTINE TOWER on the left of the bridge?
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Piazza della Signoria (Pass by)
Where does this noble name derive from? What are all of those marble statues and only one is in Bronze? Equestrian statue? David of Michelangelo? Judith and Holofernus by Donatello. Bag of potatoes by Bandinelli. The GUCCI museum once the house of DaVinci where he painted the Monna Lisa. Is there a whole roman theatre underneath the piazza? What about the first official open-air museum Loggia dei Lanzi? The mysterious face carved on a corner by Michelangelo, who is that handsome boy?
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Uffizi (Pass by)
Why is this museum called OFFICES? Whats so unique of it and IN IT? Was it always a museum? Did Mark Zuckerberg visit Florence in 1504 , time traveling and why is there a painting of him in the Uffizi gallery? Let's explore them together.
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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.
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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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