With our local certified guide will discover facts and secrets covering 2000 years of Florentine history. Featuring the Duomo, Casa di Dante, Piazza della Signoria, The Uffizi Courtyard, Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti.
Florence… the world’s most beautiful open-air museum. A town with an incredible history which dates back to 59 B.C. when the Romans decided to create a castrom, which became a camp for war veterans.
The golden age of Florence begun in 13th century thanks to its incredibly successful industries in guilds, such as the wool and banking industries.
In Florence money meant power therefore soon the clans of dominant families such as Strozzi, Pazzi, and Medici began to fight amongst each other for power. A huge part of the competition involved arts as it was considered the masses social media of that time.
From the life of Dante to the rise and fall of the Medici family, this exclusive tour will take you through out the city’s history.
Would you like to take a dive into the past?
The grape harvest is one of the most important times of the year. Usually it starts in September, when the grapes are ready to be picked and at this moment we select only the best grapes that will go into our wines.
Grape stomping is an ancient and traditional method to extract the juice from the grapes to allow the fermentation process to begin. Of course this practice is not typically used anymore because of new technologies that are more efficient.
The activity is perfect for all ages!
In 2-hour you can prepare your favorite pasta choosing from mouth-watering ravioli of fresh ricotta and parmesan cheese or noodles accompanied by fresh pesto or tomato sauce. And why not gnocchi or risotto?
Each class is limited to 12 participants – guaranteeing one-on-one interaction with your cooking instructor. In this class, you’ll learn to form and fill traditional of stuffed pasta, how to prepare the main kind of dough for filled pastas and paired with its own delectable sauce.
Explore the heart of Florence's Renaissance legacy at Palazzo Vecchio. Originally constructed in the Middle Ages, this iconic fortress took on new life during the Renaissance under the patronage of the Medici family. Step into a world where opulent halls whisper tales of power and creativity.
Guided by the echoes of history, you'll traverse corridors adorned with masterpieces by Michelangelo, Vasari, and other luminaries of the Renaissance. The Hall of the Five Hundred awaits, its walls alive with the drama of Florence's storied past, while secret passages lead to hidden chambers once reserved for the privileged few.
Don't miss the intimate Camerino di Bianca Cappello, offering an exclusive glimpse into the private world of Grand Duke Francesco I de' Medici and his beloved second wife. As you uncover these treasures, immerse yourself in the intrigue and splendor of a bygone era, where each corner reveals a new chapter in the captivating saga of Palazzo Vecchio.
Visit Florence from a different perspective on 2 and half hours bike tour of its iconic sites. Cycle down the narrow streets of the “Cradle of the Renaissance” to admire landmark monuments, such as Palazzo Pitti, Ponte Vecchio, and Uffizi Gallery. Florence is perfect to be visited by bike! So you will have a fantastic experience cycling around Florence Old Town, reaching places where buses can’t go. You can go to pedestrian areas and little tiny streets by bike. It will take you less time than any walking tour, showing you roads out of the usual tourist paths, too far to be reached by foot, and too tiny for a bus!
In 2 hours you will visit all the major attractions with an expert guide.
Explore the Accademia Gallery with a local guide! This focused tour reveals secrets of Michelangelo's David and other masterpieces. See the sculptures , Hall of the Colossus, and Gipsoteca Bartolini in just one hour. Perfect way to experience the highlights without feeling rushed.
Join an expert Italian chef for a culinary experience 4 course pasta making class in Florence, Italy.
If you are joining us at our 9:30am class meet your professional chef and discover one of Florence’s most authentic local markets, Santo Spirito Market, to shop for fresh ingredients to be used in our kitchen and during your hands-on class!
If you are joining us at our 6 PM class meet your professional chef and discover one of Florence’s most authentic local neighbourhoods, Santo Spirito, to shop for fresh ingredients in it's boutiques to be used in our kitchen and during your hands-on class!
Immerse yourself as you are guided through the preparation of a starter, two different fresh hand-made pastas and a delicious tiramisu before gathering around the table to taste your creations with a glass of Tuscan wine, beer, or soft drink of your choice. We will send you off with a set of new Italian cooking skills and recipes to impress your family and friends back at home.
Leave the city and join our swiftly half-day Wine Time tour where we visit 2 different family-owned wineries in the Chianti region.
Our tours run with a max of 8 people and your driver/guide is a wine professional eager to share information about Tuscany's wine industry.
Learn tons about the history of winemaking in Tuscany, about the local grapes, and most importantly experience the wine cellars and hear the stories from the winemakers.
Relax and take in the beautiful countryside.. Taste at least 8 different wines and enjoy a fresh home-cooked Tuscan lunch at the 2nd winery.
• EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR PRIVATE GROUP •
Wine lovers, dedicate a day to the legendary Brunello! Embark on an extraordinary 9-hour guided tour from Florence. Travel in a luxury minivan through rolling green hills and historic vineyards, with a private driver at your disposal throughout the day. You will visit Montalcino, a small medieval town south of Siena, which is the cradle of the fantastic Brunello! Experience the beautiful and suggestive medieval stronghold and location of the finest wines in the world. Taste wines from small producers or from the best-known brands. You will witness the production process and have lunch at their table while savoring their wines!
• 9-hr Full-Day private tour of the renowned Brunello wine region from Florence
• Pick-up and drop-off at your Hotel or address included
• Hear live commentary of the wine cellars by your guide
• Travel in a private luxury car or minivan
• Customize your itinerary to fit your interests
The Pitti Palace - Palazzo Nuovo as opposed to the Palazzo Vecchio, Old Palace - is where the Medici, and later the Lorraine Grand-Dukes made their homes. If we include the Kings of Italy, three reigning dynasties lived here.
Impressive interiors, state rooms and bright frescoes are waiting for you at the Pitti Palace. You will find here one of the best painting collections of Florence, with masterpieces by Raphael, Rubens, Titian and Caravaggio.
The Palatine Gallery at the Pitti Palace still has the character of a private collection. Items are in the same places they occupied during the Lorraine Period. The placement reflects their personal tastes rather than the now usual chronological museum disposition.
The tour includes a walk through the Royal Apartments and the Museum of the Treasure of the Grand-ducal family. Big and small, all extremely precious, the objects on display are in such quantities that it might be even overwhelming!
Professional photo shoot in unique Florence locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see undiscovered locations and get the best photo story from your Florence visit. We can tailor each photo shoot to meet your requirements; we can travel to your location or we can suggest a location for the photo shoot.
Our Photoshoots are ideal for any Tourists
- Solo Traveler
- Couples
- Groups
- Hen/Bachelorette & Stag/Bachelor Parties
- Families
- Secret proposal/Engagement
- Honeymoon
- Experienced Influencers and Models
- New Influencers and Models
What's Included:
A Private online viewing gallery
- 1 hour = 20 Final photos*
- 2 hours = 30 Final photos*
- 3 hours = 40 Final photos*
- 4 hours = 50 Final photos*
* same set of images
- A unique location professional shoot experience
- DELIVERY - Up to 14 days after photoshoot.
What's Excluded:
- Transportation
- Entry fees
Visit both Accademia and Uffizi Galleries at your own pace and with total freedom. Explore the museums guided by an audio commentary made by expert art historians and recorded in your 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 such as ''I Prigioni'' and ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”. The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model.
Uffizi Gallery: You can't leave Florence without visiting one of the most famous art galleries in the world where admire numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many others. Among the precious exhibition halls of the Gallery, the most renowned one contains the refined works by Botticelli: "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus".
Welcome to Florence! Would you like to introduce your children to the man that revolutionized science, leaving an indelible legacy which still affects our lives today?
Our Galileo Galilei Tour for Kids in Florence is an excursion the whole family will enjoy.
With an expert English- speaking guide, history and science come to life to inspire and delight one and all.
You will learn all about the life and scientific discoveries of Galileo Galilei, an Italian astronomer, physicist and engineer, considered one of the most important revolutionaries in the field of science.
The five postcard-perfect villages of the Cinque Terre are an unforgettable day trip from Florence, but reaching this stretch of coastline by public transport is stressful and time-consuming. Spend fewer hours in transit and enjoy a full day exploring the Cinque Terre National Park with this private day trip directly from Florence that includes free time to take in the villages, coast, and walking trails on your own.
• Stress-free pickup at your hotel or other accommodation in Florence
• Enjoy the views along the drive and drop-off directly in Manarola
• Explore the villages by land or sea at your own pace for a full day
• English-speaking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and bottled water.
Embark on this 3-hour expert-led small-group walking tour of artisan workshops in Florence where you will discover the heart of Florentine traditional craftsmanship. Treat yourself to a lovely experience that includes meeting practitioners of ancient crafts, from hand carved wood furnishings to gorgeous mosaics and sculptures. On this exploration of Florentine creativity you will also have a chance to purchase one-of-a-kind items that are the perfect souvenirs or gifts for someone back home.
Your private driver will pick you up from your accommodation with a full optional electric Mercedes minivan or hybrid Mercedes car, and take you to visit the attractions in the Tuscan countryside. You have the freedom to personalise the day trip and can stop anywhere and anytime you like to take amazing photos or stroll around the Chianti villages.
Your experienced driver who speaks English will be at your complete disposition and help you make the most out of your immersion in the Tuscan wonders. You can just sit back and enjoy the ride! if you prefer a Spanish speaking driver just let us know!
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!
Explore the Uffizi Gallery!
Home of Florentine masterpieces by the likes of Sandro Botticelli, the Uffizi Gallery is one of the most important museums in the world.
Enjoy a semi private tour accompanied by an expert licensed guide to discover the Uffizi Gallery. Skip the line tickets for Uffizi Gallery are included in your tour!
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.
Experience of some groups thrugh myself: What a beautiful day just south of Florence visiting the American World War II Memorial and Cemetery for those who fought and died in the Italian Theater. Extremely moving and beautiful setting for our fallen American soldiers.
We had some time to visit one of the oldest butchers in Tuscany over in Greve and a wonderful family owners olive oil and vineyard in Castelina di Chianti. So many great times and memories made with this incredible group from Florida, Colorado, and South Dakota. Can’t wait for the next trip as we wrap up tomorrow and get ready to head home.
Enjoy a 2.5-hour walk starting from Ponte Vecchio up to Piazzale Michelangelo. You would need to wear comfortable shoes and bring some water with you. The way up to Piazzale Michelangelo is not a difficult walk. Amid green gardens up on a stone centuries old staircase, it is definitely worth to hear the stories told by your private guide and enjoy the amazing views. You also visit the romanesque Church San Miniato al Monte, a unique treasure of frescoes, statues and architecture, from where you see Florence at your feet!
Immerse yourself in a small group dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Florentine recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people.
Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Toscana cellars and coffee).
This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Tuscany... what else?
Spend half a day in the most famous wine region in the world!
Meet your expert local driver in Florence and travel through the verdant landscape of the rolling hills of Chianti, discovering the legend of the "Black Rooster" and tasting Chianti Classico wine. After the tasting we will visit the wonderful city of Siena. Siena is well known for its splendid architecture and beautiful main square: "Piazza del Campo". The city has a historic center which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Itinerary:
• Meet your expert driver in Florence and board your vehicle.
• Drive through the Tuscan countryside, admiring its vineyards, olive trees, tall cypresses and medieval villages.
• You will arrive at the local winery for a tasting of 5 of the best Chianti wines.
• Later we wil visit Siena, its historic center, the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Piazza del Campo.
You can choose to take the tour which starts at 8:30am or the afternoon tour which starts at 3pm.
