Tours in Florence

Cinque Terre is the star of the Italian Riviera, the five fishing villages are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza were originally fishing villages and that tradition remains strong in the cuisine of the Cinque Terre. Anchovies have been the primary staple since Roman times. The pasta sauce that is most representative of the Liguria region is Pesto sauce, dark green and aromatic, and the delicious Limoncello. You will be enchanted by colorful coast with crystal clear water, picturesque landscapes, bays and small beaches, terraced vineyards climbing up from the sea, amazing hikes and great food.

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.

Hit the highlights of Florence in just half a day on this small-group tour with a maximum of eight other travelers. First, admire Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery. Hear the incredible story about its making and see other works by Michelangelo. Then, learn about the history of Florence as you stroll past the Duomo and through Piazza della Signoria as you make your way to the Uffizi Galleries. Here, your expert guide will lead you to works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and many others. Enjoy stunning views over the Arno from the Uffizi top floor.

This day trip stands out for its seamless integration of Tuscany's diverse treasures, offering an immersive experience that captures the essence of the region. The diverse activities, from savoring local delicacies in Montepulciano to marveling at the architectural wonders in Siena, ensures that this day trip is a holistic immersion into the soul-stirring beauty of Tuscany, creating lasting memories for those seeking an authentic and enriching Italian adventure. All this in the comfort of a private car with an English-speaking local driver who knows the area and will be happy to share information with you. 1-3 passenger(s) - comfortable sedan - up to 3 suitcases + cabin luggage 4 passengers - family MPV - up to 4 suitcases + cabin luggage 5-7 passengers - large VAN - up to 7 suitcases + cabin luggage If you prefer a larger vehicle and wish to ensure additional space during your trip, please choose a different number of travelers in the booking form according to this description.

Accompanied by your own private guide, you can discover some of the most fascinating locations of Florence city center and top attractions of the city on a 2 hours walking tour. This is a special private walking tour of Florence, reserved for you and your family.

Enjoy this 2-hour and a half private voyage through Florence's Uffizi Gallery and live memorable experience in one of the top-rated museums in the world. Led by a top rated local guide you will see the features of this great historical center. Displayed in the Uffizi are artworks by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, Giotto and Caravaggio to name a few.  All of the great Renaissance artists have their work on display.  With skip-the-line access there will be no holding up in lines!

Go deep into Florence artistic heritage and let your professional private guide unveil every corner of the cradle of Renaissance. An enlightening guided promenade at your own pace!

Discover the captivating beauty and rich history of San Marco, a Dominican convent designed by Michelozzo and commissioned by Cosimo "Il Vecchio" de' Medici. Begin your tour in the peaceful Cloister of St. Anthony, where frescoed lunettes lead you to halls featuring Beato Angelico's masterful frescoes and wood paintings. As you move through the Great Refectory, historic Kitchen, and service areas, you'll encounter the works of Fra Bartolomeo, another prominent Renaissance artist. In the Small Refectory, don't miss the breathtaking Last Supper fresco by Domenico Ghirlandaio. Then, head upstairs to visit the monks' cells, where you'll find Beato Angelico’s incomparable frescoes, including the cell of Girolamo Savonarola, a fiery preacher whose sermons against corruption left a lasting mark on Florentine history. End your journey in the elegant Library of San Marco, Europe's first public library, and a brilliant example of Renaissance architecture.

This tour departing from Florence gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditions of Bologna. and visit this fantastic city. This is not only thanks to the classic private walking tour, which will give you the opportunity to discover all the secrets of the centre, but also thanks to the lunch which will make you taste the Bolognese tradition in a delicious way. And as if this wasn't enough, you can admire Bologna from the unique perspective of the hills that surround it, relaxing on the train that will take you to discover the Basilica of San Luca with the audio guide that tells you about this fantastic part of the Emilian city

Private tour to San Gimignano and Chianti with an English speaking driver in a deluxe minivan. Your driver will delight you with live commentary on board about Tuscany, general information about the places you’ll visit and will tell you what is worth to be visited in every place where you stop. On request it will be possible to stop in a winery for lunch with wine tasting (at own expense).

For all those customers who wish to visit both museums in total freedom and at their own pace, guided by the audio commentary of expert art historians, recorded in their own language. Accademia Gallery: Total immersion in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art. Uffizi Gallery: You can't leave Florence without visiting one of the most famous art galleries in the world. Here you can admire numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many others. You can choose to enrich your visit with a Tuscan lunch in a historic Florentine Restaurant.

A private guided visit of the GALLERIA DELL’ACCADEMIA. Inside the museum you will find the original plaster model by Giambologna for the marble sculptures of the Rape of the Sabines (Loggia dei Lanzi) and 15th-16th century art pieces from the Mannerist school. These are followed by the Slaves (originally for the tomb of Julius II), the S. Matthew and the Pietà from Palestrina, one of four compositions of the same subject that acts as a guard of honour to Michelangelo ‘s DAVID. It is located in the beautiful radiant Tribune situated at the far end of this spectacular gallery.Book a ticket and skip the line with us!

Step into a world of European art, Renaissance history, and decadence with a visit to the Pitti Palace, once home to the Medici family. The de facto rulers of Florence amassed a huge collection of private art, which is displayed in the Palatine Gallery. Visit it with a skip-the-line ticket and see works by Raphael, Botticelli, Caravaggio, and more. Your ticket also includes access to the Gallery of Modern Art where later Italian works can be seen. 

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!

What a perfect gift for your lover or best friend than exploring Tuscany on board of a convertible Tuk Tuk for 2 to explore the rolling hills of Tuscany together with our driving guide. Enjoy the visit of one of the most beautiful winery of the area for lunch and wine tasting. 

We meet in central Florence at our Grape Tours office, please be around 15 minutes early to check in. In a small group of min 4 and max 8, we will head out in a comfortable coach and visit 3 wonderful family-owned, high-quality organic wineries in Chianti where we will be welcomed at each place to taste delightful wines (mainly Chianti & Super Tuscans), enjoying private visits at each place. You will learn heaps from your friendly English-speaking wine expert guide, taste at least 12 different wines during the day (generous pours) & enjoy an organic farm-to-table lunch to really take in the Tuscan flavors. Did we mention the views? Each winery is in a stunning location surrounded by grapevines, olive groves, cypress-lined lanes, and endless Tuscan rolling hills. This is a great tour for wine lovers but also amateurs who are curious to learn more or simply want to enjoy a great day out from Florence in the dazzling wine country.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Take a wine tour through the Tuscany San Gimignano Winery • Spend a wonderful time in the middle of the countryside • Join a Wine-tasting and Wine pairing Food Class including a typical Tuscany meal - The winery's Private Reserve Wines come from some of the most renowned vineyards of Tuscany. The garden of the Winery transmits the history and the Tuscan heat surrounded by breathtaking views of hills covered with vineyards, olive groves, and forests of oaks. In this enchanted atmosphere of this charming region, you will be served with a full menu of fresh local products and excellent Chianti Wine.

Begin your private tour with expert local guide in the cool and refreshing evening. The square full of life: locals meeting, children playing, visitors stopping to see where Michelangelo’s David originally stood and now a copy of it stands. If still open, peak inside the courtyard of the brilliant Palazzo Vecchio, then past the Uffizi Gallery, until you find yourselves at the River Arno. The golden evening light is sure to make some impressive photos. Cross the river at its narrowest point on the famous Ponte Vecchio, where you will discover the Oltrarno neighborhood and the Medici's Pitti Palace. As your guide provides you with anecdotes, catch a glimpse of the beautiful Boboli Gardens. Then, stop for a tasty treat - traditional gelato. Gelato in hand, pass through some of the famous shopping areas like Via Roma and Piazza della Repubblica, where your guide and provide you with great tips on the best places to shop and eat. Your evening walk finishes at the infamous Duomo.

The Uffizi Gallery is considered one of the most iconic and important museums in the world of art. Every year people from all over the world come to Florence to see with their own eyes all these incredible masterpieces and treasures that it contains. Together with our guide, plunge into this world, because he will lead you in the footsteps of the formation of Italian art. Marvel at the most iconic masterpieces created by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Filippo Lippi, Caravaggio and others. Walking along the incredible beauty of the Uffizi corridors, full of graceful statues, portraits and painted ceilings, the guide will tell you about the history of the gallery itself, to whom it owes its origin, and thanks to whom we have such a unique opportunity to marvel the masterpieces of this museum - the powerful and magnificent Medici family!

We will meet in Florence and, on board our luxury van, we will take you to discover a still unexplored place in Tuscany: the Mugello. An area north of Florence, very close to the city, wild and unspoiled. We will take you to discover this area rich in history and traditions where the Medici family originates ... you can still feel them in the air ... And - once we reach Scarperia - a small medieval village in the heart of Mugello - we will stop at Golf Poggio de 'Medici, one of the most beautiful courses in Tuscany and there you can play and challenge 18 beautiful and difficult holes. It is important to us that you have a fantastic experience that combines sport with culture, the environment and good food. For this, during the game, you will have a caddy dedicated to you; at the 9th hole a small light lunch will be served and ... at the 19th hole we will pamper you with a dinner based on local and organic products, with wine tasting led by a sommelier.

Planning a trip to Florence and wondering what to see and do? Here's my guide to visiting the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, one of Florence's most important and beautiful churches. I tell you everything you need to see outside and inside the church. Santa Maria Novella is Florence's only Renaissance-style church facade, with prefect geometry. The church is an artistic treasure trove. It houses one of the world's most famous paintings, Masaccio's Holy Trinity, and the revered Spanish Chapel. Museum of Santa Maria Novella was founded by the monks of Dominican Order of the first half in the thirteenth century, it became the number one of the most important points of artistic and religious interest in Italy. The celebrity of Santa Maria Novella during the Middle Ages and Renaissance period attracted important artists such as Giotto, Brunelleschi, Masaccio, Michelangelo, Ghirlandaio, Botticelli and Vasari (just name a few), who realized beautiful artworks inside the complex.

• Experience for your private group. A day trip to the most important Tuscany top fashion outlets of the biggest Italian designer brands. For those who love designer labels at more reasonable prices, the main Outlets to the north and the south of the city carry some of the most prestigious names in Italian fashion. The Mall, which is one of the most prestigious Italian Outlets is located only 40 minutes from Florence, housing boutiques with the best known names in fashion design. • When paying a trip to The Mall in Reggello Leccio you can also request your tax-free refund from the Global Blue office. Remember: Non-EU visitors are required to bring their completed and stamped Tax Free Forms to their local refund office to request a tax free refund.

Embark on an enchanting full access visit of Florence's renowned cathedral on our Duomo exploration with a maximum of 8 guests per guide. Delve into the Duomo museum, a captivating blend of history and art. Behold the breathtaking original baptistry doors, including the famed Ghiberti's paradise gates. Immerse yourself further in Renaissance splendour with treasures such as Donatello's Mary Magdalen and Michelangelo's Pietà, and absorb the solemn magnificence of the baptistry's adorned interior, boasting exquisite mosaics and a rich narrative. Following the guided tour, prepare for a thrilling ascent up Brunelleschi's dome, an architectural marvel. The climb to the top is unguided, allowing you to savour the moment in your own time. Your guide will provide you with timed tickets for the dome ascent, ensuring seamless access at your allotted time slot.

Taste the culinary specialties of Florence during this four-hour food, wine, and sightseeing tour. Follow a local guide to seven different locations in the Tuscan capital including restaurants, trattorias, wine bars, gelaterias, and pastry shops to sample traditional foods and taste regional wines. The tour passes by interesting monuments and attractions including the Duomo, and offers the chance to explore the food vendors of the popular San Lorenzo Market. Sign up for this tour early in your visit to Florence to learn where to eat and drink throughout your stay.