Morning
Drive along the romantic Viale dei Colli up to Piazzale Michelangelo. There we will stop to admire the wonderful panorama of the city, one of the most beautiful in the world. The tour will then proceed by coach through the old city centre.
You will have an outdoor guided tour of the Duomo* complex: the Baptistery with its bronze doors including the famous Porta del Paradiso and the visit of the Cathedral with the magnificent Cupola del Brunelleschi and Giotto’s bell tower. A short walk through the historic streets of the heart of Florence brings you to the renowned Galleria dell’Accademia** where you can admire the famous David by Michelangelo and other works by the great artist.
The tour includes light lunch and drinks in a historic restaurant in the centre, following the guided tour, just a brief walk away, accompanied by our assistant.
Afternoon
This a wonderful coach tour that offers panoramic views of the unparalleled beauty of Florence, taking in Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin set on the hills overlooking Florence and the Arno Valley. The tour continues to the old city centre for a visit to the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce (interior) where we can admire the tombs of Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo and Rossini among others.
A short walk through the historic streets of the heart of Florence brings you to the famous Piazza Signoria, where you can admire the imposing Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. The tour continues with a guided tour of the famous Galleria degli Uffizi** where you can admire the superb paintings of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio. The tour ends inside the museum.
Tour departs from Piazza Stazione, at the corner with Piazza dell’Unità.
Passengers must re-confirm tour 24 hours in advance by calling at 0039 055 216494.
Tour Info
- Hotel pick ups are provided from 2 hotels outside of central Florence
- It is recommended that participants wear comfortable shoes.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before tour departure.
- Tour time is 9:30 am
Children under 2 years old are free.
Child Ages 2 - 8 Years
Tour Highlights
• Guided Tour of Duomo Complex
• Galleria dell’Accademia
• Guided Tour of Galleria degli Uffizi
From Apr 1, 2009 and until Nov, 15 2009, this tour has a 2 passenger minimum requirement and is subject to cancellation if this minimum is not met. In the unlikely event of such a cancellation, a refund will be provided or an alternative will be offered by the supplier of the tour.
Sightseeing in Italy would not be complete without a visit to the picturesque city of Florence. One of Europe's cultural and historic landmarks, Florence has been an important center of development since medieval times. Take one of our Florence Tours and enjoy a local's perspective on one of the most romantic cities in the world.