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Florence hop-on hop-off tour bus crossing Ponte Vecchio bridge over the Arno River.
Open-top bus with tourists on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing historic stone wall and cypress trees.
Open-top red bus on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour near Piazzale Michelangelo.
Tourists on open deck of sightseeing bus in Florence, capturing views.
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City Sightseeing: Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Duration: Varies (10 hours to 72 hours)

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Explore Florence with ease on this hop-on, hop-off bus tour featuring two distinct lines—Blue and Red—that guide you through key attractions like Porta Romana and Piazzale Michelangelo. With the convenience of free Wi-Fi onboard and an audio guide available in eight languages, your journey is both informative and comfortable. The first Blue Line bus departs at 9 am from Largo Alinari, with buses running every 25 minutes until 5:45 pm.

Buses run every 25 to 60 minutes throughout the day across Florence's two routes and over 25 stops.

Explore Florence’s historic heart with the Blue Line covering Santa Croce, Piazzale Michelangelo, and artisan streets near the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral.

The Red Line extends beyond central areas, reaching hill towns like Fiesole, Museo del Calcio, and quieter neighborhoods along the riverbank.

Enjoy an 8-language audio guide on board each bus with commentary about sights as you pass them.

With options for a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour pass, begin your journey by boarding at any stop.

Entry to the 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off unlimited tour

Access granted to both Red and Blue lines for sightseeing on City Sightseeing: Florence Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, including stops at Largo Alinari (last stop) and Piazzale Michelangelo.

Audio guide available in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese

Free Wi-Fi provided onboard for connectivity during the tour

Onboard assistance ensures a smooth experience with hop-on/hop-off options at key locations like Porta Romana and Piazzale Galileo (last stop)

Use of Mobile app featuring a detailed map and live bus tracking on both Red Line The Red Line and Blue Line Discover

Admission fees for sites

Hotel shuttles

Food and beverages

Women walking by a CitySightseeing bus in Florence, Italy.

Women walking by a CitySightseeing bus in Florence, Italy.

Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Blue Line (Line A)

Easily explore Florence with this convenient hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and an audio guide available in 8 languages to enhance your journey through quaint artisan shops, the historic center, and elegant boutiques.

Schedule
  • First Bus: Departs at 9am from Largo Alinari
  • Last Bus: Arrives by 5:45pm at Largo Alinari
  • Frequency: Every 25 minutes
  • Popular Stops Include: Porta Romana, Piazzale Michelangelo, Donatello

Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Red Line (Line B)

The Red Line offers a route through Florence’s famous landmarks. With buses arriving every 120 minutes, you'll have ample time to explore each stop at your leisure.

Schedule
  • First Bus: Begins at 11am from Piazzale Galileo
  • Last Bus: Concludes by 4pm at Piazzale Galileo
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Popular Stops Include: Fiesole, Museo Del Calcio, San Domenico

To view the route map and boarding points for City Sightseeing Florence's tours, visit this link (https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/33280cef02b980c473c0558e1b04dda1-City Sightseeing Firenze - Summer Map.pdf). For timetable details, check here (https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/d4aaf2b6f0ee0db6a74c3fe8ffef901f-City Sightseeing Firenze - Summer Timetable.pdf).

Choose of joining a tour at any stop and hopping on or off for as long as your ticket allows.

Florence hop-on hop-off tour bus crossing Ponte Vecchio bridge over the Arno River.

Florence hop-on hop-off tour bus crossing Ponte Vecchio bridge over the Arno River.

Open-top bus with tourists on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing historic stone wall and cypress trees.

Open-top bus with tourists on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing historic stone wall and cypress trees.

Open-top red bus on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour near Piazzale Michelangelo.

Open-top red bus on Florence Hop-On Hop-Off tour near Piazzale Michelangelo.

When boarding the bus tour, keep these rules and details in mind:

    Bulky luggage and large backpacks are not allowed on board.

    Accessibility Information

    • Wheelchair users can only access buses equipped with a footboard and dedicated wheelchair space.
    • Safety belts must secure wheelchairs, and brakes should be locked while the bus is moving.

    A single wheelchair per bus is permitted at any given time.

    Additional Information

      Pets that are small or medium-sized can join you on board if they're leashed, muzzled, or in a carrier.

      Tourists on open deck of sightseeing bus in Florence, capturing views.

      Tourists on open deck of sightseeing bus in Florence, capturing views.

      Couple enjoying audio guide on open-top tour bus.

      Couple enjoying audio guide on open-top tour bus.

      Plan to board the first bus at Largo Alinari by 9 am for a full day of exploring Florence's attractions without missing out on any key stops.

      To maximize your visit, consider starting with Piazzale Michelangelo or Fiesole using the Red Line and then explore the city center via the Blue Line to efficiently cover more ground in less time.

      Take advantage of free Wi-Fi onboard and use an audio guide available in 8 languages for insightful commentary on Florence's historic sites as you travel between stops.

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      FAQs

      The first bus departs at 9:20 am and the last one leaves at 4:40 pm from Largo Alinari.
      Yes, there is complimentary Wi-Fi available onboard to all passengers during their journey.
      Yes, you can switch on your multilingual audio guide to listen to fun facts in 8 languages while onboard.
      Bulky luggage or big backpacks are not allowed. It's advised to pack wisely before boarding.
      Wheelchair users can board only those buses equipped with a footboard and dedicated space, where they must secure themselves and their wheelchairs using safety belts. The wheelchair should be locked with its brakes in the designated area.
      Popular landmarks include Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and Villa Cora, among others across both routes.
      The tickets offered include a 24-hour, 48-hour, and 72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off option on both Red and Blue lines.
      You have the option of purchasing tickets that are valid for either 24 hours, 48 hours, or 72 hours.
      On weekends, buses run every 40 minutes, while on weekdays they operate every 75 minutes. The Red Line has a frequency of every 120 minutes.
      The onboard audio guide is accessible in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese.
      Yes, passengers enjoy free Wi-Fi access on board.
      The first bus departs at 9:20 am, while the last one leaves at 4:40 pm from Largo Alinari.
      Buses on Line A arrive every 40 minutes on weekends and every 75 minutes on weekdays.
      The audio guide is accessible in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese.
      Popular stops include Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Villa Cora, Porta Romana, Piazzale Michelangelo, and Donatello.
      You can choose from a 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour hop-on hop-off unlimited tour.
      Wheelchair users need to board buses with footboards and designated spaces. Passengers must secure themselves and their wheelchairs using safety belts while the bus moves, ensuring the wheelchair's brakes are locked.
      Bulky luggage or large backpacks are not allowed; please pack wisely to comply with these restrictions.
      The tour provides onboard assistance and a mobile app featuring a detailed map along with live bus tracking capabilities.
      Personal expenses are not covered by the ticket; they must be handled separately by passengers.

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