Tours in Florence

The doors of the magnificent Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral will open for you and an official guide will lead you to the exciting discovery of the magnificent artistic treasures, kept inside one of the most beautiful and largest cathedrals in the world! You will enjoy the beauty of the splendid marble choir of Bandinelli, the complex of the precious stained-glass windows worked by Donatello, Ghiberti and Andrea del Castagno and the mysterious clock by Paolo Uccello, walking on a marvelous carpet of polychrome marbles. Looking up, the immense precious interior of the Dome entirely frescoed by Vasari will appear, the biggest fresco in the world. Then you have the great opportunity to visit on your own the precious Museo della Misericordia enjoying an amazing view on the Cathedral Square Monuments from its top. Add our mobile APP: after the guided visit, choose to learn about the Cathedral, the Brunelleschi Dome, the Giotto Bell Tower and the Baptistery!

Get ready installing our mobile app for our audio guide. The Accademia Gallery is the ideal place in the city to discover not only the most famous work of art by Michelangelo, the David, but also other masterpieces of this great Florentine artist: the four Prisons, San Matteo and Palestrina’s Pietà. This exceptional concentration of Michelangelo’s works has contributed significantly to the fame of the Accademia Gallery, making it the second most visited museum in Florence after the Uffizi. Given the relative narrowness of the museum’s spaces and the large turnout, long lines of tourists waiting to enter, outside, are the order of the day. Even if you manage to get an access ticket with a reservation is sometimes extremely difficult, that’s why we have activated the Fast-Track-Ticket service with Host for the Academy, in order to ensure an immediate entrance. At the chosen date and time, our host will be in Via Ricasoli 57, 50121 Firenze, next to the Carrefour Express Supermarket.

Experience Florence's Renaissance brilliance on a guided tour led by an expert first-class local guide. Discover iconic highlights such as Piazza Della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo Square & Cathedral, including famous statues like Michelangelo's David. Enjoy priority access to the essential San Lorenzo Church and Medici Chapel for an exclusive Renaissance immersion, ensuring an unforgettable visit to Florence. Embark on a captivating 3.5-hour tour led by an expert first-class local English-speaking guide, immersing yourself in Florence's rich Renaissance heritage. Enjoy timed entrances to the spectacular Medici Chapel and the San Lorenzo Chapel, showcasing Florence’s remarkable Renaissance art collection before marveling at the 13th-century Duomo Cathedral, featuring Brunelleschi's iconic Dome and Lantern. Admire outstanding sculptures at the Gothic-style Loggia Dei Lanzi and view Michelangelo's renowned Doors of Paradise at the Baptistry.

BusVia Firenze invites you to explore the true essence of Tuscany, blending art, history, and the pleasures of wine and food. We will accompany you to San Gimignano, often referred to as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages" due to its numerous towers punctuating the skyline. Here, you can savor the finest Tuscan wines paired with light lunch. The journey continues through the Tuscan countryside to Siena, where your experience begins with a visit to this charming town, renowned as the capital of Gothic art. In Siena, with a skip-the-line ticket you will enter in the splendid Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, with an audio guide on your phone. The Duomo's facade is pure magnificence, but inside it houses masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, Pinturicchio (possibly with a young Raphael), Nicola Pisano, and more.

If you are in Florence don't miss the new Galileo Museum, formerly Institute and Museum for the History of Science, dedicated to science and the famous Pisan scientist Galileo Galilei. See extraordinary pieces such as Galileo’s telescope, historic world maps and globes, and a series of surprising amusements such as machines that create optical illusions.

One great reason to choose this tasting is the opportunity to enjoy an authentic experience in just 60 minutes. Perfect for those with limited time who don’t want to miss out on the pleasure of discovering Tuscany’s finest wines. In an hour, you’ll savor three prestigious wines, paired with delicious local tastings, without compromising the quality of your experience. It’s the ideal solution for those looking for a high-quality way to immerse themselves in Tuscany’s winemaking tradition, even during a short stay in Florence.

See Florence’s unique Renaissance atmosphere through a photographer’s lens on a photo walk. Bring along your camera and walk with a professional photographer guide through the medieval city streets and piazzas, where you’ll capture unique and beautiful views of the city’s most iconic sites and hidden charms. Get tips on composition and other photo techniques to create a collection of frame-worthy images that memorialize your trip. - Photo walking tour of Florence - All experience levels and types of camera equipment welcome - Capture the city's Renaissance charm using your digital camera or cellphone - Get tips on lighting, composition, and other techniques to create high-quality images - Led by a professional photographer - See some of the city's most photogenic views and monuments - Choose from different tour lengths at checkout based on your preferences

Step into the world of Michelangelo and embark on a journey that delves into his greatest masterpieces - the "David", ''I Prigioni'', ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”. Your guide will whisk you away into the fascinating life of Michelangelo, unveiling the secrets and inspirations behind the creation of the world's most famous statue. Listen as they recount the tale of a young artist, dedicating three years of his life to transform a colossal block of raw marble into an imposing and breathtaking sculpture. The David stands before you, a magnificent representation of absolute beauty and strength—a testament to the power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic during its peak of splendor. As the guided tour comes to a close, the magic doesn't have to end. You have the extraordinary opportunity to stay in the museum as long as you desire.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS  • Explore the colorful cliffside villages of the Cinque Terre on land and by boat • Enjoy some time at leisure in Manarola, Portovenere, and Vernazza • Spend an unforgettable day on the rocky coast of the Monterosso beach - Spend a full-day exploring Cinque Terre from Florence: A marvel at its beauty with five little pastel-colored villages surrounded by a stunning landscape. These villages are suited in the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, so you can cruise along the coast by a boat and stop by for a swim and for a delicious seafood lunch at a local restaurant.

Enjoy this unique bike tour off the beaten path, in a small group, around the authentic Tuscan countryside, just a few kilometers from Florence and into Mugello, a little slice of heaven. After a short walk into the small village of Vicchio and around its beautiful lake, begin your ride into the countryside, away from traffic. Along the way you’ll meet a Romanesque Church, a Villa from the Medicean era, and see the home of Giotto, always surrounded by nature and the typical Tuscan landscape. Take your time to stop and taste some delicious local food and wines, discovering the secrets of the local cultivation, animal farms and food, to deeply know the rural culture that has characterized this territory over the years. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mugello_ve/ Website: http://en.mugellove.it/

Join us for this family-friendly pizza and gelato making class set in the easygoing Oltrarno neighbourhood. You’ll see another side to the city, share your time with like-minded people, and learn practical techniques to impress your dinner guests back home.

The experience will start with the winery tour, during which we will explain our company history and what we produce today and we will explain the wine-making processes and production while showing our machineries and barrels. After that the wine-tasting is starting: we have a large wine-tasting room dedicated, where the guests can sit at tables. They will taste 4 wines .The wine tastings is accompanied by typical Tuscan crackers.

The 'Medici Family' Tour, starting at 3:00 PM, will narrate the story of the most important and powerful family in the city of Florence. The Medici family are known for fostering artistic, cultural, spiritual, and scientific life in their time. Through banking, commerce, and religious influence, the Medici family rose to become one of the most powerful families in Florence. Our professional guide will accompany you on a journey through the years of history preserved in the architecture, buildings, churches, and works of art sponsored by the Medici family.

Discover the Medici's story by walking through the most important streets and palaces. From Giovanni de Medici to Lorenzo de Medici, hear about and understand the power of this incredible family.

An authentic experience into the Tuscan countryside that combine active hiking with great food and wines. Enjoy a scenic active hike along the secret trails of the vineyards, in the Tuscan countryside, a little slice of heaven a few step out of Florence and into Mugello area. Visit a family-run organic farm and experience the local wine and the extra-virgin olive oil. Nature lovers can get out and spend some hours hiking the Tuscan hills along silent country roads, through vineyard, olive groves and medieval villages, immersed in a land rich in history, where the Etruscan and Roman people lived in the past. Visit the agricultural estate, the cellar and and sit enjoying the wine tasting and the typical Tuscan light lunch.

Learn how to master the preparation of pizza and gelato from scratch in Florence, Italy using fresh ingredients through a culinary experience with a local Italian chef. Join us in our kitchen to discover secrets of Italian cuisine through this hands-on experience and then enjoy your creations with a glass of wine and good company.

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.  

Visit Boboli Gardens on a 1.5-hour walking tour, and discover a world of opulence and tranquillity in the heart of Florence. Hear how Cosimo I de’ Medici enlisted the help of eminent Renaissance architects to create a garden on a grand scale as you wander amid its avenues and terraces. With a guide, you’ll discover the gardens most impressive viewpoints, grottoes, and works of art based on ancient mythology. A skip-the-line entrance ticket is included. 

Crafts and traditions are part of Florence as well as art and great families. Leather processing began with the Franciscan friars who taught the trade to the poorest people who lived in the Santa Croce area. Then there are the marbled paper and mosaics, which are other elegant examples of Florentine craftsmanship. We will go to the discovery of the artisan shops of Florence.

The Florentine neighborhood of Oltrarno is well-known for craftmanship and laboratories - experience hands-on the traditions kept alive for centuries. First, visit a famous paper workshop where they create beautifully marbled patterns that date back to 17th century bookbinders. See how the artists create special patterns, some even still famous today. Then, try your hand at marbling for a fun keep-sake to bring home with you! Next, visit a family owned leather workshop. Oltrarno has been home to leather workers since the 14th century, and while most have moved out the city, a few workshops have managed to survive. See how this family creates beautifully hand-made products. Step inside a mosaic laboratory. While mosaics have been popular in Italy since the Roman age, Florence created their own unique version under the Medici family. Meet the craftspeople who keep this ancient tradition alive, and watch them create beautifully ornate masterpieces from rough pieces of stone.

Experience the vibrant afternoon life of Florence as you stroll through its charming streets, discovering trendy bars and iconic local spots in the heart of the city. Immerse yourself in the authentic Florentine aperitivo culture, sipping delicious drinks and tasting traditional bites alongside locals, in the very place where this beloved ritual comes to life.

The Homemade Pasta class is a group lesson where you will be learning how to make a fresh egg pasta and fresh water pasta, three sauces, and dessert. You will learn the secrets of making excellent Italian fresh pasta, a staple in Italian culture. At the end, you will enjoy the authentic dishes you created, accompanied by a Tuscan wine in the Florentine style wine cellar, dating back to 1300- 1400.

Join Florence with Elvis on a unique journey through the historic Santa Croce district of Florence with our “Flavors of Florence” walking tour. This gastronomic adventure is designed for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike, offering an authentic taste of Tuscany’s culinary delights and rich cultural heritage.

An exploration of delicious Italian cuisine is high on any foodie's bucket list. On this tour, you'll step away from the busy tourist haunts to see how locals go about their day in Florence, complete with stops at their favorite eateries. Visit markets where skillful butchers slice steaks into masterpieces, revel in the never-ending choice of wines at an authentic enoteca, and bite into unforgettable desserts that are distinctively Florentine—tasting Italian flavors has never been more satisfying.