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Florence Walking Tour Explore Renaissance Gems and Wine Window
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
$82.20
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Overview
The Florence Walking Tour offers an intimate exploration of the city's rich history and culture, led by a certified local guide. This two-hour journey takes you through iconic landmarks and hidden gems, providing a personalized experience in a small group setting.
- 🗺️ Begin your adventure in Piazza di San Lorenzo, where you'll meet your guide and receive an introduction to Florence's history.
- ⛪ Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, an architectural masterpiece with a dome designed by Brunelleschi and the famous Baptistery of San Giovanni, known for its bronze doors.
- 🏰 Wander through the Medieval Quarter, exploring narrow alleys and stone towers while learning about Dante Alighieri and his connection to Florence.
- 🏛️ Stop at the Piazza della Signoria, Florence’s political heart, featuring the majestic Palazzo Vecchio and a replica of Michelangelo’s David.
- 🌉 Cross the Ponte Vecchio, the only Florentine bridge to survive WWII, lined with historic goldsmiths’ shops and rich stories of love and power.
- 🎨 Admire the Uffizi Gallery from the outside, learning about its role in Florence’s power dynamics and its evolution into a world-renowned art museum.
- ⚰️ Visit Piazza Santa Croce, home to the Basilica of Santa Croce, the final resting place of great Italians like Michelangelo and Galileo.
- 🍷 Conclude with a glass of authentic Tuscan wine served from a historic wine window, allowing you to savor a unique aspect of Florentine heritage.
- ♿ Enjoy wheelchair accessibility throughout the tour, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
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Florence Walking Tour Explore Renaissance Gems and Wine Window
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- 1 glass of wine
- Tip for the guide (optional)
Meeting point
We’ll meet in front of door number 7 in Piazza San Lorenzo, to the left side of the square when facing the façade of the San Lorenzo church.
Return details
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Piazza di San LorenzoMeet your guide in Piazza San Lorenzo, where you'll receive an introduction to Florence. You're standing in San Lorenzo Square, one of the oldest areas of the city. The Basilica of San Lorenzo was the parish church of the powerful Medici family. Its unfinished façade is striking, and the church itself was designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, one of the fathers of Renaissance architecture.
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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fioreyou’ll stop in the Cathedral area, right in the heart of Florence. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its magnificent dome was designed by Brunelleschi — a true symbol of the Renaissance.You' ll see the Baptistery of San Giovanni, famous for its bronze doors, especially the one Michelangelo called the “Gate of Paradise.”And right next to the cathedral is Giotto’s Bell Tower, beautifully decorated with colorful marble and offering one of the best panoramic views of the city. This square has always been the artistic and religious heart of Florence.
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Torre della CastagnaDiscover the Medieval Quarter and the World of Dante As part of your walking tour, you'll explore Florence’s medieval heart, a maze of narrow alleys, stone towers, and hidden courtyards that take you back to the 13th century. Walk through the neighborhood where Dante Alighieri was born and raised, and hear stories about his life, his exile, and the Florence he knew. You'll see: Dante’s House (exterior), located in the same area where his family lived The Church of Santa Margherita, where tradition says he met Beatrice Medieval buildings, towers, and little piazzas that have survived through centuries
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Palazzo Vecchioyou’ll stop in the iconic Piazza della Signoria, Florence’s political heart for over seven centuries. Surrounded by powerful sculptures and majestic buildings, this square has witnessed revolts, executions, and the rise of the Medici dynasty. Admire: The imposing Palazzo Vecchio, Florence’s historic town hall, once the residence of Cosimo I de’ Medici A replica of Michelangelo’s David, standing where the original once was The stunning Loggia dei Lanzi, an open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces Your guide will bring this square to life with stories of power, betrayal, and artistic genius — making it one of the most unforgettable stops of your journey through Florence.
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Ponte VecchioStep onto the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s most iconic and romantic bridge — a place where history, craftsmanship, and legend meet. Dating back to the 14th century, this is the only Florentine bridge to survive World War II, and it still preserves its unique charm with goldsmiths’ and jewelers’ shops that have lined both sides for centuries. As you walk across, your guide will share stories of love, war, and power — including the secret of the Vasari Corridor, the elevated passage built for the Medici to move between palaces without being seen. With breathtaking views over the Arno River and centuries of history beneath your feet, this stop offers a moment of magic in the heart of the city.
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Le Gallerie Degli UffiziEven without going inside, the Uffizi Gallery offers a stunning glimpse into Florence’s artistic and political past. Commissioned by Cosimo I de’ Medici and designed by Giorgio Vasari in the 16th century, the building was originally intended to house the city’s administrative offices — "uffizi" means "offices" in Italian. As you walk through its elegant courtyard, your guide will reveal stories of the Medici dynasty, the evolution of Florence’s power, and the creation of what would later become one of the most important art museums in the world. Lined with statues of great Italians like Dante and Galileo, this space captures the spirit of the Renaissance — no ticket required.
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Santa Croceyou’ll visit Piazza Santa Croce, one of Florence’s most lively and historic squares. Here stands the magnificent Basilica of Santa Croce, known as the “Temple of the Italian Glories” because it is the burial place of great Italians such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. While admiring the beautiful Gothic façade from outside, your guide will share fascinating stories about the artists and thinkers buried inside, as well as the church’s role in Florentine history. The square itself is often full of street performers, local markets, and a vibrant atmosphere that captures the essence of Florence’s culture.
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Piazza San FirenzeIncluded in the price, you will enjoy a glass of authentic Tuscan wine served from one of Florence’s famous “wine windows” — small, historic openings in building walls that once allowed merchants to sell wine directly to passersby. This unique tradition offers you a true taste of Florentine heritage.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Florence Walking Tour Explore Renaissance Gems and Wine Window
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
$82.20
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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