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Explore Florence’s captivating hills on a private electric golf cart tour, traveling along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of the city. Following in the footsteps of Galileo Galilei, this experience blends art, nature, and history, leaving the busy city center behind. Departing from the charming district of San Frediano, the tour passes ancient city walls and Porta Romana, continuing toward Villa del Poggio Imperiale and the olive groves of Arcetri, where Galileo once lived. Along the way, you will see the Arcetri Observatory, glimpse the Certosa Monastery, and enjoy the timeless Tuscan landscape. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local driver and enhanced by a high-quality audio guide, the tour comes alive with stories of the Medici family, Isabella de’ Medici, and Florence’s scientific heritage. Photo stops and short walks allow you to fully enjoy the scenery.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Near The Horse Statue
Itinerary
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Piazzale Vittorio Veneto (Pass by)
Admire the grand southern gate of Florence and the marble sculpture Dietrofront by Michelangelo Pistoletto standing proudly in the roundabout.
Admission ticket free -
1Giardino Del Bobolino
The Bobolino Garden represented an important source of inspiration for the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei. Even today, Bobolino remains an elegant and evocative place, perfect for enjoying beautiful views and for imagining the close connection between science and beauty, elements that have always been deeply intertwined in the history of Florence.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Villa Pian dei Giullari
From the outside, admire the peaceful villa where Galileo lived under house arrest. Here he continued his studies and corresponded with his daughter, Suor Maria Celeste, while shaping ideas that changed science forever.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3INAF Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory
Glance at the romantic silhouette of Arcetri Castle, then face the hill of the Observatory — Florence’s window to the stars.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Piazzale Michelangelo
End your tour at Florence’s most famous panoramic terrace, Piazzale Michelangelo, where the city’s domes, towers, and bridges unfold in a breathtaking view that captures the spirit of Florence.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Basilica San Miniato al Monte
An exterior tour of Florence's oldest Romanesque church. Legends, symbols , and the stoy of the saint are recounted.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Villa del Poggio Imperiale
See the elegant neoclassical villa once linked to the Medici family— a place of beauty, intrigue, and power overlooking the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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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 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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