Best of Florence Walking Tour

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated meeting point near Florence’s historic center. Your ticket will be validated before the tour begins, and you’ll receive an audio device for immersive storytelling.

What to expect

Florence Walking Tour

Discover Florence’s rich history as you explore its most famous squares and landmarks.

Features:

• Stroll through Piazza della Signoria, the city’s political and artistic heart.
• Walk across Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most famous bridge.
• Visit Pitti Square, once home to the powerful Medici family.
• Experience Republic Square, the vibrant hub of the city.
• End at Duomo Square, where the Florence Cathedral dominates the skyline.

Wrapping up

The tour concludes near the Duomo, allowing you to continue exploring Florence on your own or revisit key sites.

Best of Florence Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Renaissance art and architecture on this 4-hour guided walking tour that includes access to the Uffizi Galleries, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and more iconic landmarks in Florence. The tour covers over 2 miles (3 kilometers) across the historic city center, providing insights into the rich history of Medici rulers and Renaissance artists through engaging storytelling from an expert guide. With audio guides available in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese, this sightseeing experience offers unparalleled access to Florence’s most significant cultural treasures. Visitors can expect to spend approximately 15 minutes at each major attraction, with a total of around 20 stops throughout the tour.

Explore Uffizi Galleries

Your tour stops at the Uffizi Galleries where you will see one of the world's most renowned art collections housed in a historic building constructed between 1560 and 1580. The galleries span over 2,900 feet (900 meters) with an impressive collection featuring works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael among others. Visitors are captivated by the famous Birth of Venus painting from around 1486 and Primavera from approximately 1478-1482. The Uffizi Galleries were originally designed as offices for the Medici family but transformed into a museum in the late 18th century, making it one of Florence's most unique cultural institutions compared to other Renaissance-era art museums. Guests spend about an hour exploring this iconic site and learning about its significance within the context of Italy’s artistic heritage.

Discover Piazza della Signoria

The tour takes you through Piazza della Signoria, a central square in Florence that dates back to 1300. Spanning nearly an acre (4,500 sqm), this historic piazza is home to numerous sculptures and monuments including the towering Loggia dei Lanzi with its impressive bronze statues such as Perseus by Cellini from 1545-54. The square also features a replica of Michelangelo’s David statue originally installed here in 1873, drawing crowds of visitors eager to see this iconic work up close. As you walk around Piazza della Signoria, your guide will share fascinating stories about the Medici family and their influence on Florence's development over centuries.

Experience Ponte Vecchio

Your tour continues at Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge spanning 148 feet (45 meters) across the Arno River since 1345. This historic structure is lined with shops selling jewelry and luxury goods dating back to its original construction period when it was first occupied by butchers before being converted entirely into goldsmiths' workshops in 1593 under orders from Duke Ferdinand I of Tuscany. Visitors can marvel at the intricate architecture and panoramic views offered by this iconic bridge, spending around 20 minutes here exploring the unique history and culture embedded within its cobblestone streets.

Tour Highlights

• Stroll through Piazza della Signoria with expert guide
• Walk past Uffizi Galleries in under an hour
• Enjoy Ponte Vecchio views during 20-minute stop
• Audio guides available in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese
• Experience lesser-known secrets of Florence throughout historic city center
• Explore Pitti Square and Republic Square with rich storytelling
• Access to Duomo Square for breathtaking views of Florence Cathedral
• Convenient tour stops at key landmarks including Palazzo Vecchio

Perfect for history buffs, art lovers, and first-time visitors, this guided walking tour provides in-depth insights into Florence’s Renaissance heritage through engaging narratives and exclusive access points. The 4-hour format allows you to stroll from Piazza della Signoria to Ponte Vecchio, visit the Uffizi Galleries, and explore lesser-known corners of the city such as Pitti Square and Republic Square, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Florence's rich cultural tapestry while enjoying its most famous landmarks.