Tours in Florence

A captivating private walking tour through one of Florence’s most picturesque neighborhoods, guided by a local expert guide. You will explore the heart of the city's artisan traditions. Just steps away from the magnificent Piazza Pitti, you'll wander through hidden workshops where talented craftsmen produce timeless creations, including fine engravings, artistic prints, marbleized paper, and intricate enamel and silver masterpieces. Your journey continues to the lively Piazza Santo Spirito, a hub for cozy trattorias, boutique shops, and creative artist studios. Here, you'll step inside the stunning Santo Spirito Church, a masterpiece designed by the renowned Brunelleschi. Explore the Santo Spirito Monumental Complex, home to Michelangelo's rare surviving wooden sculpture, a breathtaking crucifix he carved as a teenager. Admire the serene cloister, refectory, chapter house, and sacristy, each offering a glimpse into Florence’s rich artistic and cultural legacy.

The tour starts everyday from Florence (from Siena only on request) at around 9.30 and ends at around 4.30 pm Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine tasting and Tuscan lunch with saffron (depending on the season) are included. Visits of San Gimignano and Moteriggioni are normally scheduled. Min 2 pax - Max 8 pax.

Sculpting in Florence is an experience not to be missed! Our unique approach will show you how to: - master the art of accurate proportions of the face or figure - handle clay with confidence - see and replicate anatomical characteristics easily You will learn how to create your own masterpiece and the experience will help you to appreciate and better understand the art in Florence.

Experience an unforgettable fully guided visit to Florence's iconic cathedral with one of our expert guides. During this Exclusive tour, immerse yourself in the Duomo, where history and art intertwine. Marvel at the exquisite original doors of the baptistry, including the renowned Ghiberti's paradise gates. Delve deeper into the Renaissance with masterpieces like Donatello's Mary Magdalen and Michelangelo's Pietà, and soak in the solemn beauty of the mosaics adorning the baptistry's interior. Prepare yourself for an awe-inspiring ascent up Brunelleschi's dome, a marvel of architectural ingenuity. The climb to the top is unguided, allowing you to savor the experience at your own pace. Following the guided tour, we'll provide you with timed tickets for the dome climb. Discover Florence from a fresh perspective with our Duomo tour, where history, art, and architectural marvels converge to craft an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Renaissance.

Have an incredible experience visiting the Royal Palace of Florence with its luxurious rooms, paintings and admire masterpieces by Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, part of the amazing collections of the Medici family, learning the stories and the secrets of their Court's life.

• EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR PRIVATE GROUP • Leave behind the bustling city of Florence with a private full-day tour in a luxury Mercedes Minivan. Stroll through the Gothic streets of Siena and discover the black-and-white art and architecture of its historic center, a UNESCO heritage site. Taste renowned Chianti wines and authentic Tuscan cuisine in famous family-owned cellars of local olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar. • 8hr Full-Day private tour of Siena and Chianti from Florence • Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location (Florence Down Town) • Private transportation by Mercedes Minivan, Air-Conditioned • Tasting of cold cuts and cheeses from the exceptional Falorni butcher shop • English-speaking licensed driver • Learn about local history, food and culture • On request we can organize Lunch in Farm or Winery. (highly recommended)

Get on your E-Vespa and enjoy a day in the beauties of Tuscan countryside! Guided by your App, drive along the winding Chianti roads admiring the famous hills with its historic villages and being surrounded by the vineyards, olive and cypress trees. Explore a charming medieval town immersed in the heart of Chianti among dreamlike views and rolling hills, Montefioralle, elected one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. You will discover here the peace of an ancient town and walk along stone-paved alleyways. Just few kilometers away, Greve in Chianti awaits you, famous for its triangular shaped Square and arcades and where you will breathe the typical atmosphere of a medieval village. Take all the time you wish to stroll the streets of the lively town, discover colorful artisan shops and enjoy a typical lunch, where you will savor delicious specialties of the Tuscan countryside. Continue your journey in the Chianti region through a panoramic road before arriving back to Florence.  

San Gimignano, a small Tuscan town with a perfectly preserved center dated back to the Middle Ages, except for some 19th and 20th-century renovations. The village stands on a high hill in Val d’Elsa, surrounded by almost two kilometers long walls with five Entrance Gates.

This is a 7-hour tour which will take you on a journey back in time through Renaissance Florence. With its wealth of palaces and museums the city of Florence is renowned for its beauty and artistic heritage. It is truly the jewel in the crown of Renaissance Italy.

Discover the Florentine "mystery and mastery" by being introduced into the magic world of the artisans, who made Florence famous since the Middle-ages. Mosaic, leather making, jewelry , fne paper making and other high-hand manufacts will amaze you as you learn from expert artisans the process of creation in their workshops.

Enjoy 5.5 hrs round trip from Florence in a comfortable 8-seater van to the wine country with our wine expert's commentary about the region.  Visit 2 family-owned wineries in the Chianti Classico region with guided tastings to 4 wines at each winery. The family owned wineries are located in a beautiful setting with vistas over the Tuscan countryside.  Taste Chianti, Riserva and different Super Tuscan wines. Freshly prepared meal at the second winery included.

We'll visit a villa in the heart of the Chianti region, on the edge of a stunning medieval castle overlooking the Tuscan countryside, where you will create authentic Tuscan antipasti, learn about extra virgin olive oil, roll your own home-made pasta and relish our most famed Tuscan dessert. After creating your own lunch, take pride (and a fork) to indulge in the feast that you have prepared. Tuscan cuisine is an experience full of celebration and satisfaction, that you can enjoy with your family or with your partner. Fun and passion will be the real ingredients of this fantastic cooking class! On our way back to Florence we'll stop and have a walk into the medieval town of San Gimignano, featuring thirteen authentic 12th century towers, where we'll visit the famous Dondoli gelato maker and taste his world champion gelato. Do not miss "Crema di Santa Fina" with saffron and vanilla, "Venere Nera" with blackberry and lavander, and "Rosemary Baby" with raspberry and rosemary!

Immerse yourself in the artistic and cultural wonders of the Italian Renaissance as you visit the awe-inspiring Basilica di Santa Croce. Continue your exploration at Palazzo Bargello, a magnificent palace showcasing a rich collection of Renaissance art and sculpture. Stroll through the vibrant Piazza della Repubblica, a bustling square that pulsates with the energy of Florence's lively atmosphere. Cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio, a symbol of the city's enduring charm, and arrive at the majestic Piazza della Signoria, adorned with masterpieces such as the Palazzo Vecchio and the Fountain of Neptune. Your journey culminates at the breathtaking Piazza del Duomo, home to the iconic Florence Cathedral, where Brunelleschi's magnificent dome dominates the skyline. Finally, delve into the spiritual realm at the Basilica di San Lorenzo, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture designed by Filippo Brunelleschi.

At the Sant'Ambrogio Market and Borgo Pinti, you’ll go on a tasty tour of some of Florence’s best bites – like schiacciata, a flatbread covered in salt and oil, or lampredotto sandwich – boiled cow’s intestine in a herbed green sauce. At Alessi, a family-run wine bar, pair a Tuscan red with local bread and oil, then try visanto, a uniquely flavored dessert wine. Stop off at a cafe for coffee and cake (Torta della Nonna, a flaky custard tart, always goes down well), and end with a creamy Italian gelato in a unique flavor from Strega Nocciola. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Embark on a one-hour guided tour of Brunelleschi's Dome, a marvel of Renaissance architecture. Ascend the iconic dome, unraveling its history and engineering feats with expert commentary. Experience breathtaking views of Florence from the summit. An immersive journey into one of the city's most iconic landmarks awaits.

A full day trip with an exclusive and private tour in the landscape of the rolling hills of Chianti, surrounded by avenues of cypress trees, medieval villages, ancient castles, sunflower fields. All this while tasting the best Chianti wines and having lunch in a wonderful Tuscan farm known for the quality of its products. •Meet your driver at your address. •Cross the rolling hills of Chianti, among olive groves, cypresses and vineyards. •Visit to the magnificent Towers of San Gimignano •For lunch we will move to a real family-run Tuscan farm, which follows the rules of Tuscan authenticity, to understand the secrets of wine production and enjoy a lunch with homemade pasta and 6 wine tastings. •After lunch visit to the wonderful Medieval Castle of Monteriggioni. •On the way back you will have a second wine tasting at another local Chianti winery, where you will taste the famous Chianti Classico "Gallo Nero" (Black Rooster) wine. •The return to Florence is expected by 5.00 pm

Discover an impressive collection of Renaissance art and the heritage of the House of Medici on a private tour of Palazzo Pitti with a Licensed Guide and timed entry tickets. Extended options: private car transfers and admission to Boboli Gardens. 2-hour: Palazzo Pitti Book this tour to discover the treasures of Palazzo Pitti with timed entry tickets. 3-hour: Palazzo Pitti & Transfers Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour private tour of Palazzo Pitti with timed entry tickets. 3,5-hour: Palazzo Pitti & Boboli Gardens Book this tour to discover the treasures of Palazzo Pitti and enjoy the nature in Boboli Gardens with timed entry tickets. 4,5-hour: Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens & Transfers Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 3,5-hour private tour of Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens with timed entry tickets. Palazzo Pitti (Pitti Palace) is the largest museum complex in Florence.

A total new and original tour that makes you happy, while climbing the Bell Tower of Florence up to 87 metres ..... to the top! A unique occasion to touch the landscape of Florence and enjoy moreover the Baptistry and the Duomo Museum with an expert guide. Climb up Giotto's Belltower and be impressed by the beautiful landscape of Florence!  Visit the Baptistery of Florence with its outstanding Bizantine mosaics and marble interior!  Enjoy the Museum of the Duomo with the original manufacts of the genius Renaissance artists: Donatello, Ghiberti, Michelangelo, Brunelleschi and more. Have a complete overview of what the Complex of the Duomo of Florence is!

During this private open-air tour in a comfortable minivan, you will explore the breathtaking towns of Siena, Monteriggioni, and San Gimignano. All are symbols of Medieval and Gothic architecture, characteristic elements are the historic towers, pointed arches, and narrow streets. Moreover this Tuscan area is full of superb food specialties you will surely have the chance to taste, such as Panforte and Pici. The tour lasts 8 hours with 2 hours spent in Siena, a short visit in Monteriggioni for a photo stop, and approximately 1 hour in San Gimignano.You will also get a detailed description from our expert local guide in Siena.

Link up with your guide in Florence and hop aboard a cushy minivan bound for Volterra. Brace yourself for a guided tour through this hidden gem, sprinkled with mouthwatering pitstops – including a lunch that'll make your taste buds sing in a classic joint. Dive into the local scene with a peek at a Tuscan jewelry store and an Etruscan museum. After lunch our next stop is in a dreamy winery where you'll taste the local gold: the famous Vernaccia wine! Next on the agenda is San Gimignano, a city with a backstory as fascinating as its towering skyline. Get a quick lowdown on its history and those iconic towers that seem to touch the sky. But wait, the gelato game is strong here! Swing by a world-champion gelato joint and indulge in the sweet creations of an ice cream maestro. After an informative guided tour, unleash your shopping instincts in the city center's boutiques. Pro tips: Dress for comfort and leave the heels at home; cobblestone streets and vineyards aren't fans.

• EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR PRIVATE GROUP • Dedicate one day to the magnificent cities of San Gimignano and Volterra, and explore the history of the Tuscan hills on a private tour from Florence. A succession of winding roads cross vineyards and olive groves, to reveal the incredible medieval city of San Gimignano which offers breathtaking views of the Tuscan countryside from its over 1000 ft of elevation. Discover the Italian Etruscan heritage in Volterra, where ancient tombs, Roman ruins and squares lined with bricks intertwine with lively alabaster shops. • 8-hrs Full-Day private tour of hill town trip from Florence. • Hotel pick-up and drop-off at your Hotel or address provided. • Travel in a private luxury car or minivan (up to 8 passengers) • Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single day. • Our drivers will happily assist with any questions or requests. They are vastly familiar with Tuscany and will share curiosities and facts, or offer suggestions about the area.

Explore one of the most important art collections in the world on a private tour of the Uffizi Gallery with a Licensed Guide and timed entry ticket. Extended options: private car transfers and a tour of Florence's Old Town and Cathedral (Duomo). Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. 2-hour: Uffizi Gallery Book this tour to discover the amazing art collection of the Uffizi Gallery with timed entry tickets. 3-hour: Uffizi Gallery & Transfers Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour private tour of the Uffizi Gallery with timed entry tickets. 4-hour: Uffizi Gallery & Florence Cathedral Book this tour to see the highlights of the Old Town and visit the Florence Cathedral (free entry) and the Uffizi Gallery (timed entry tickets). 5-hour: Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral & Transfers Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 4-hour private tour of the Uffizi Gallery (timed entry tickets), Old Town, and Florence Cathedral (free entry).

Step into a charming local home in Florence for an intimate and authentic pasta-making experience. In just 1.5 hours, you’ll be welcomed with a traditional Italian aperitivo, learn to prepare fresh homemade pasta from scratch, and enjoy your delicious creation with a complimentary glass of wine. This immersive culinary experience is perfect for food lovers, travelers, and anyone looking to connect with Florentine culture through its rich gastronomic traditions

This tour will focus on the amazing history of their rise to power and the palazzo intrigues, and will let you know more about their private life by visiting the hidden gems of their main Palace, Palazzo Pitti, and the gorgeous Boboli Gardens. Palazzo Pitti, which has also been the residence of the King of Italy for a brief period in the late 18th century, houses important collections of paintings and sculpture, porcelains and a costumes, besides providing a magnificently decorated historical setting which extends to the Boboli Gardens, one of the earliest Italian gardens famous also for its fountains and grottoes. This green heart of Florence can be considered an open air museum, rich in history and art, stories, secret corners and fascinating routes.