Tours in Florence

Tuscany...what else? Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside and leave the confusion of the city. Spend half a day in the most famous wine region in the world (Chianti), tasting 5 of the best tuscan wines and visit the medieval village of San Gimignano, known worldwide for its tall towers. Be guided through the verdant landscape of the "Sweet Hills of Chianti" on a private tour, tasting Chianti Classico wine and other famous Tuscan wines, such as "Super Tuscan" and "Vernaccia", at a family-run winery. Learn basic winemaking techniques and discover the legend of the "Black Rooster" (symbol of Chianti). Afterwards we will visit the famous village of San Gimignano, a medieval open-air museum, where the population still lives in the beautiful towers. You will be fascinated by the medieval streets with traditional shops and fine craftsmanship. We organize 2 daily departures. You can choose to take the tour that starts at 8:30 am or the afternoon tour that starts at 3:00 pm

Explore Accademia Gallery, home to the iconic statue of David by Michelangelo. Immerse yourself in the heart of Renaissance art with a guided tour of Florence's esteemed Accademia Gallery. Led by a local expert, this journey offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of history and art that defines the gallery. -Admire the extensive collection of Michelangelo's sculptures and paintings. -Discover the Hall of Plaster Casts, the Music Instruments Collection, and more. -See the world's first piano and three exquisite Stradivari violins in the museum. -Beyond these masterpieces, the gallery's halls are adorned with a remarkable array of paintings and sculptures by illustrious Italian artists like Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Pontormo, Andrea del Sarto, and Giambologna. -Join for an unforgettable journey through the Accademia Gallery, where the spirit of Florence's golden age of art comes alive with Private Guide and priority entrance of academia gallery.

Exclusive news for 2025: the world-famous Vasari Corridor is reopening after 8 years, and now you can experience it in a private tour! Combine this extraordinary journey with a visit to one of Florence’s most iconic museums: the Uffizi Gallery. This private tour offers an unparalleled experience, featuring breathtaking views and an immersive dive into history and art, ensuring your visit to Florence becomes truly unforgettable. Ideal for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and discerning travelers seeking a deeper and more personalized connection with the city, this exclusive experience is not to be missed. Embark on a unique adventure blending culture, art, and history most intimately and memorably!

The Duomo Complex in Florence is one of the greatest sites in the world. Come and join me on my 2-hour private tour of the Duomo, Cathedral Square, the Baptistery of St. John and the Opera del Duomo Museum and uncover the history of these spectacular monuments. Enjoy visiting the massive Cathedral to marvel at its stunning architecture, monumental dome, and impressive fresco by Giorgio Vasari. Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà that he was making for his own tomb and learn the story about one of the greatest mistakes the genius ever made. Visit the place where Michelangelo made his David and see where the David was originally supposed to be placed. Take a look at the original Gates of Paradise - the marvel of Lorenzo Ghiberti. See Donatello’s sculptures that once decorated Duomo and the Baptistery of Florence. Enjoy looking at the golden mosaics of the Baptistery of St. John and learn how Florentines were baptized back in the days!

Experience Italian art and culture through the centuries with a private tour at the world-famous Uffizi Gallery. Enjoy a priority access and learn about the must-see masterpieces hiding in the labyrinth. Learn the story of one the most expensive paintings in the world. See Botticelli’s “Primavera” and “Birth of Venus” and other famous masterpieces by the great Renaissance artist. Admire the only panel painting made by Michelangelo and learn why he preferred sculpture to all other arts. See Leonardo’s “Annunciation” and learn why his “Adoration of the Magi” was never finished. Enjoy the stories about the owners of this amazing collection - the Medici clan and live through the rise and the fall of one of the most powerful dynasties in the world.

When you buy this unique ticket it will provide you a timed entrance for Brunelleschi's Dome, priority access only for visitors with the same time slot. Please note you will be climbing along other travellers, therefore, there might be a short line due to security check and the process to let every visitor inside. Visit with this ticket the entire Duomo complex and take in all the beauty of Florence’s religious center. The Dome is a gem of architecture with 463 steps that offers travellers a stunning view of the city center and a close up look at the frescoes by Vasari and Zuccari from the 16th century.

An unforgettable half day chauffeur-driven tour in the heart of Chianti, far from the hustle and bustle of Florence. Let your personal chauffeur do all the work and take you on a half day journey through the spellbinding countryside of Chianti, a region known for its scenic beauty, picturesque villages and pure air.

Embark on a flavorful journey through Italy’s renowned food traditions with this day trip from Florence. Departing from Piazzale Montelungo, board a comfortable coach and head to Emilia-Romagna, guided by an expert passionate about Italian cuisine. First, visit a traditional dairy to witness the art of Parmigiano Reggiano production, from fresh milk to aging rooms, and savor its nutty, complex flavors. Next, stop at a balsamic vinegar producer near Modena, where you’ll sample aged varieties paired with Parmigiano and even balsamic-infused gelato. Continue to a cured meats facility and enjoy a lunch featuring Modena’s best, including prosciutto, salami, and aged Parmigiano, paired with freshly baked tigelle bread and a glass of lambrusco wine. Conclude in Bologna, exploring landmarks like Piazza Maggiore or wandering its charming streets. After immersing yourself in Italy’s rich culinary heritage, relax on your scenic return to Florence. Perfect for foodies and culture lovers!

A quick tour specially designed for those who want to immerse themselves, with a small group, in the charm of Florence, visiting with a certified local Guide some selected works of art of the two most famous museums, Uffizi and Accademia, but avoiding long lines to not give up the secrets of the Center historic city, UNESCO World Heritage Site, or the attractions of its trendy neighborhoods.

City Florence Tours invites you to discover the Galileo Galilei - Science Museum in Florence. This visit will guarantee you priority access to the museum, allowing you to save precious time, without long waits. Visiting the museum privately you will be accompanied by a local and expert guide who will focus exclusively on your requests, letting you explore one of the richest scientific collections in the world. During the tour, you will learn all about the history of the mathematician and philosopher Galileo Galilei, who during the reign of Cosimo II de' Medici, exercised his functions at the court of the Grand Dukes of Florence. Inside the museum, there are numerous interesting objects, including the original telescope invented by Galileo and used for his astronomical and scientific studies. You will learn about optics and electrostatics and you will have fun discovering the games of the past, fun and interesting for both adults and children.

Leave the busy city and enjoy a fantastic private experience traveling between the green hills of Chianti and the famous town of San Gimignano, with a delicious lunch and wine tastings in a typical family-run Tuscan farm. Our expert driver will come to pick you up for a tour in comfortable Minivans, accompanying you through the splendid hills and picturesque villages of Tuscany, showing you the most interesting places and the extraordinary work of expert craftsmen. You will have the opportunity to taste renowned wines and other typical products such as olive oil, Tuscan desserts, pecorino cheeses, balsamic vinegar and truffles in a real family-run Tuscan farm, where you will have lunch in a magnificent garden or in a private room. On the way back we will cross the most secret and rural area of ​​Chianti. We will stop to take beautiful photos among the vineyards and olive trees. Book your private and exclusive tour now and take a look at "What to Expect".

See masterpieces by Raphael, Titian and other artists during a max 2-hour guided tour of the Palatine Gallery in Florence’s Pitti Palace (Palazzo Pitti). Breeze past the queues with your skip-the-line ticket and enter the royal abode, which was once home to the powerful Medici grand-dukes. Hear about the history of the Medici family and admire the stunning Renaissance collection of paintings, which are hung in elaborately decorated frescoed and stucco rooms. Numbers on this tour are limited to 16, ensuring you receive personalized attention.

Combine Tuscan wines with incredible scenery on a 6-hours Tuscany wine-tasting tour from Florence! Led by a sommelier guide, travel by luxury minivan to the heart of Italy's Chianti region, famed for its ruby-red wines and rolling hills. Tour two exceptional Chianti wineries, sample six local wines and enjoy a classic Tuscan lunch. There is a maximum of 16 people on your Tuscany wine-tasting tour, ensuring you'll enjoy an intimate day with a small-group of Iike-minded wine lovers.

Roll up your sleeves and learn how to make the perfect pasta and tiramisu in a cooking class. Learn some tricks and tips on how to prepare two classic types of pasta and once you finish, you eat what you have cooked with your own hands with lots of wine to accompany. Let's start by giving a little presentation to the whole group. Follow the instructions and start preparing your fresh pasta in the traditional way all by hand, then learn the real tiramisu as it used to be, we do all this while drinking wine and having a lot of laughs. Sit down to enjoy what you have prepared and enjoy our Chef cooking it in front of you.

Embark on an exciting journey through the most famous Italian opera arias, by G. Puccini, G. Verdi, G. Rossini, W. A. Mozart, V. Bellini etc... performed by professional singers accompanied by piano. The evening is set in the heart of Florence in the beautiful Church of St. Monaca at via S. Monaca 6. Before the concert at 7.15 pm, a typical dinner awaits you at the 'Trattoria Napoleone', situated in Carmine Square n 24, 2 minutes walking from Santa Monaca Church. Menù: Mixed Tuscan appetizer (salami, fennel, Parma ham 24 crowns, polenta with sausage, polenta with mushrooms, polenta with liver pate.) First choice on site: Spaghetti with truffled carbonara. Tortelli mugellani with wild boar. Sienese pici with sausage sauce. Dessert: Warm apple pie with mascarpone cream and strawberry topping. More water, coffee and a glass of Napoleon red or white wine. For each course we offer vegetarian alternatives

Come and discover the Florentine Jewish world! The origin of the Jewish community in Florence, which today numbers almost a thousand people, began even before the period of regency of the Medici family, with the trade of fabrics, fine textiles and money movements of the first Florentine banks. The prosperity of the business continued for many centuries, until the creation of the Jewish ghetto in 1500s and then the construction of the splendid Synagogue in the late 1800s. To know the history and the events that bind Florence and the Jewish people, join our tour, in an itinerary that touches all the places where there are traces of the flourishing Jewish society: the Ponte Vecchio, Borgo San Jacopo, Repubblic square (where once the Jewish ghetto was found), Duomo square, today’s Jewish Quarter, the Museum of Jewish Traditions and the Synagogue, wonderful Moorish-style structure, with its unmistakable copper-green dome. We will discover together the traces of Jewish history in Florence!

Embark on a guided tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery, the home of Michelangelo's renowned sculpture 'David.' Enjoy expedited, skip-the-line entry for a 1-hour tour, and learn the secrets behind this museum's impressive collection, which includes works by Giambologna, Paolo Uccello, and Sandro Botticelli.

Service Highlights: Premium airport transfer service at competitive rates Door-to-door service between airport and city locations Flight monitoring included to ensure timely pickup Complimentary Features: Generous waiting time allowances: 60 minutes for airport pickups 15 minutes for hotel/station pickups In-car amenities: Bottled water Phone charging facilities Local tips and recommendations from knowledgeable drivers Flexible Booking Terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup Trip modifications at no extra cost (subject to availability) 24/7 customer support Driver Service: Professional, experienced chauffeurs Meet and greet service Luggage assistance Destination confirmation No queuing necessary - skip the taxi lines

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Sample at least eleven spectacular wines, a selection of local cheeses and traditional foods and recipes of Tuscany • Benefit from a charismatic guide and knowledgeable cellar staff who will educate and amuse you with local winemaking facts and stories • Walk among the vineyards where the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino grows up - A special dinner, under the banner of Tuscany cooking, where the main course, paired with selected wines of Tuscany. The winery's Library Reserve Wines come from some of the most renowned vineyards of Tuscany. This tasting with dinner directly in the garden of the Winery transmitting the history and the Tuscan heat surrounded by breathtaking views of hills covered with vineyards, olive groves, and forests of oaks.

A wonderful way to start your night in Florence, and why not! After listening to the sweet melodies of the Italian opera conclude everything in a restaurant in Florence. Enter the oratory of Santa Maria vergine della Croce al Tempio, in the heart of Florence, which dates back to the early 1300s but is used today for concerts. Experience the magic of a concert of arias performed by professional singers and chosen from a variety of famous operas. Enjoy the skill of the musicians in the selections from "Le nozze di Figaro", "Tosca", "Il barbiere di Siviglia", "Madama Butterfly", "La Bohème", "La Traviata" and "Turandot".

I have a real passion for quality food and I am impatient to share it with new people. Cooking and eating all together is such a good experience that I don't want to keep it just for me! I'm realy enthusiastic for the genuine italian cuisine since childhood and I look forward to meet new "lovers" every day!

- Very knowledgeable drivers with explanation about wine, food and general history of Tuscany. - Greve, the wine capital, is the most important of the five that make up the Lega del Chianti Classico, guarantor of the quality and truthfulness of our wine. - Visit a lovely medieval town of Chianti, Castellina or a wine tasting in a charming wine cellar.

Our private Brunello di Montalcino wine tour from Florence will take you to a wine area in Tuscany, famous for Italy's top red wines! Spend a full day visiting 3 boutique wineries and tasting their wines. Get the best of Montalcino wine and cuisine! Discover the unparalleled charm and exquisite flavors of Tuscany with our exclusive Brunello di Montalcino wine tour. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the rolling hills and historic vineyards of Montalcino, where the world-renowned Brunello wine is crafted with passion and precision, with a local type of Sangiovese grape, referred to as Brunello or Sangiovese Grosso, possessing Italy’s highest DOCG classification. Book your exclusive Brunello di Montalcino wine tour today! Embark on a journey that will delight your senses and enrich your appreciation for fine wine. Our Brunello di Montalcino wine tour promises an exceptional experience, combining luxury, education, and the beauty of Tuscany.

This day trip is to explore the flavors of the land just south of Florence with its traditions for great wine, olive oil, cheese & meats. We visit two distinct organic wineries, and you will come to understand the concept of terroir, and you will learn how Chianti & Chianti Classico is made. Your Grape guide will explain how to distinguish the characteristics of the wines in your glass. Lunch is an exceptional feast at famous butcher Dario Cecchini with traditional dishes and Steak. Return with the fondest of memories of Tuscany's wine country.