Florence from Bologna: Full Day (Train + Tour + Museums)

9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, with a day trip from Bologna aboard the Italo high-speed train in first class. Upon arrival, meet your guide and the rest of the group for a walking tour through elegant squares, ancient markets and iconic bridges, admiring the masterpieces that make Florence one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Be enchanted by the stories and legends that intertwine in the narrow streets and culminate in front of the majestic Duomo and Brunelleschi's Dome.

On certain days of the week, you can enrich your experience with exclusive entry to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, thanks to a skip-the-line ticket and a certified guide who will lead you on a discovery of the largest masonry dome ever built. Admire the frescoes of the Last Judgement and the polychrome marble of the façade, and continue your visit independently to the Museo della Misericordia, included in the ticket price.

What's Included

Entrance ticket and free visit to the Museum of Mercy (if included)
Skip-the-line ticket with dedicated access to Florence Cathedral (if included)
Italo high-speed return train ticket in first class from Bologna to Florence S. M. Novella
Certified tour guide
Food and beverage
Tips
Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Customers will take the train independently. They will meet the guide and the rest of the participants directly in Piazza della Repubblica in Florence, under the archway on the left when facing the Apple Store, at 09:35.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Piazza della Repubblica

    One of Florence's most elegant squares, it has been the heart of city life since Roman times. Today it is home to historic and refined cafés, where artists and intellectuals used to meet to discuss art and literature. Surrounded by arcades and 19th-century buildings, Piazza della Repubblica is the perfect place to start discovering modern Florence, which dialogues with its glorious past.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ponte Vecchio

    An undisputed symbol of Florence, the Ponte Vecchio is one of the most photographed places in the world. Having survived wars and floods, it is famous for its goldsmiths' shops, which still retain their ancient artisan charm. Walking along the bridge, you can enjoy an enchanting view of the Arno and the city skyline, while breathing in an atmosphere suspended in time.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piazza della Signoria

    The political and artistic heart of Florence, Piazza della Signoria is a veritable open-air museum. Here stand the majestic Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi, which houses sculptural masterpieces such as Cellini's Perseus and Giambologna's Rape of the Sabine Women. Every stone tells the story of Medici power and the great artistic revolutions that marked the Renaissance.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

    Il simbolo per eccellenza della città. La Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, con la sua straordinaria cupola progettata da Brunelleschi, rappresenta un capolavoro assoluto dell’ingegno umano. La facciata in marmi policromi e gli affreschi interni del Giudizio Universale lasciano senza fiato. Un’esperienza unica per scoprire la storia e la spiritualità che animano il cuore di Firenze. L'ingresso a questa attrazione è incluso solo se selezioni l'opzione che prevede anche quest'esperienza aggiuntiva. In questo caso sarà previsto un tour guidato di 30 minuti con guida turistica certificata e accesso riservato al Duomo di Firenze.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Rail Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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