Florence: City Centre, Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

Activity Information

  • Duration

    6 hours
  • Live tour guide

    English

Your experience

You can explore the historic centre of Florence on a guided tour that combines famous artwork, splendid architecture and the culture of Tuscany.Your tour will begin at the Accademia Gallery where you'll see Michelangelo's world-famous statue of David, along with many other beautiful works from the Renaissance Period.

Start your guided walk of Florence from the San Lorenzo Church to the amazing complex of the Duomo.

Here you can see the San Giovanni Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower and Brunelleschi’s Dome, which is the largest masonry dome ever built and exemplifies the brilliance of the Renaissance.

Begin your walk strolling on the lovely Via Calzaiuoli, stopping at the historic church of Orsanmichele and the busy Mercato della Paglia.

Next, walk across the famous Ponte Vecchio, known for its high-end jewelry stores, then finish your stroll at the spectacular outdoor museum of Piazza della Signoria with the fantastic Palazzo Vecchio and other interesting sculptures.

Partake in a classic Tuscan luncheon at a nearby restaurant prior to the commencement of your afternoon excursion.

You can either choose to take a guided tour of the famed Uffizi Gallery, home to two of the gorgeous masterpieces of Botticelli, “The Birth of Venus” and “Primavera” or have a more in-depth look at the architectural and artistic marvels of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

Be amazed by the marble choir decorated by Bandinelli and the impressive clock with a unique design created by Paolo Uccello.

Walk on a mosaic of polychrome marble while gazing up at Vasari’s grand dome fresco, which is the largest in the world.

A knowledgeable guide will share the wealth of wisdom about the many treasures in Florence with you during this informative tour; after your tour ends, you can continue to appreciate the timeless beauty of Florence's world-famous museums and monuments at your leisure.

Kindly be advised that the sequence of the visits is subject to modification.

Highlights

  • Explore the Accademia and Uffizi or Duomo in small groups
  • Gaze upon Michelangelo's iconic masterpieces including the David
  • Admire the iconic Birth of Venus and Primavera by Botticelli
  • Discover the historic center, its renowned Monuments and Palaces
  • Enjoy a Typical Tuscan Lunch in the heart of Florence
What's Included
  • Expert Local Guide
  • Accademia and Uffizi or Duomo small groups guided visits
  • Florence city centre guided walking tour
  • Uffizi Gallery entrance ticket with standard surcharge (€29) - if option selected
  • Florence Duomo entrance ticket with direct access - if option selected
  • Multilingual assistance at the meeting point
  • Entrance ticket delivered directly at the meeting point
  • Headset
  • Typical Tuscan Lunch: 3 course set menu, drinks to be paid on spot
  • Lunch for children 0-6 years old (to be paid on spot)

To Remember

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • On the first Sunday of each month, entrance is free of charge, but as tickets can't be reserved ahead of time, entry is not guaranteed
  • The local guide service may be exceptionally provided in two languages due to operational reasons
  • To confirm a booking the following details are mandatory for all the participants: First Name – Last Name – Date of Birth – Passport/ID Nr – A valid mobile phone number (*that shall be able to receive communication while in Italy) – Email address (*that the client is able to check while in Italy) In the event, that one or more details are missing, the booking cannot be considered confirmed.
  • It is mandatory to present an original identity document.