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- Italian
See Florence from a new perspective on this 2-hour golf cart tour led by a knowledgeable local driver and accompanied by a rich audio guide. Leave the city center behind and travel from the lively district of San Frediano, past the ancient city walls and Porta Romana, toward the elegant Villa del Poggio Imperiale.
The narration brings the landscape to life — from the stories of the Medici family and Isabella de’ Medici, to the genius of Galileo, whose villa stands among the olive groves of Arcetri, the quiet hill that has long watched over Florence. You’ll pass the Arcetri Observatory, glimpse the Certosa Monastery, and enjoy the serene beauty of this timeless countryside.
The tour concludes at Michelangelo Square, where one of Florence’s most breathtaking views opens before you — a perfect finale that captures the harmony between the city, its history, and its surrounding hills.
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Meeting and pickup
We meet our travelers near the statue of Vittorio Emanuele II on horseback.
Itinerary
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1
Step through one of Florence’s oldest gates and explore San Frediano, a lively district of artisans, workshops, and true local spirit.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Discover the remains of Florence’s medieval walls and learn how the city expanded and transformed through the centuries.
Admission ticket free -
2
Admire the grand southern gate of Florence and the marble sculpture Dietrofront by Michelangelo Pistoletto standing proudly in the roundabout.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Villa del Poggio Imperiale
See the elegant neoclassical villa once linked to the Medici family— a place of beauty, intrigue, and power overlooking the city.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Pause at this quiet terrace in Arcetri, where olive groves frame a stunning view of Florence and the hilltop Certosa Monastery — a perfect glimpse of the city’s harmony with its countryside.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
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 -
6
Glance at the romantic silhouette of Arcetri Castle, then face the hill of the Observatory — Florence’s window to the stars.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Piazzale 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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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