Tours in Florence

• 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.

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.

Explore the Brunelleschi's Dome and the Opera museum of the Dome. Get inside the Dome with a reserved entrance ticket and follow the guide through the 463 steps and reach the very top of the Cupola to have a 360° panoramic view. Admire the Last Judgment of Giorgio Vasari and learn the history behind this frescos. Get into the Opera Museum of the Dome and visit the Michelangelo's The Deposition, the Sculpture Gallery and the Hall of Paradise (a replica of the old Florence Cathedral facade). Stand in front of Ghiberti's Gate of Paradise and discover the secrets behind its commission.

Thanks to your experienced and dedicated host & chef you'll learn how to make authentic Italian food that is vegan, healthy and cruelty-free! Expand your powers in the kitchen with simple tricks that our chef will share with you. You'll experience and learn how to make traditional Italian pasta by hand with a pasta-machine and have a go at Italian baking. Discovering a local culture and enjoy delicious food is accessible to everyone and this Vegan Florence cooking class has been enjoyed by vegans and omnivores alike! You'll also enjoy unique views over the beautiful Florence while you enjoy your meal.

Take advantage of the deep knowledge and passion of a private local guide of Florence and discover all the secrets behind Michelangelo's David, the stately symbol of Florence! During your vacation in Florence you simplycannot miss out on meeting one of the most famous and eclectic artists in the world: Michelangelo. Your professional guide will reveal the secrets of the ACCADEMIA GALLERY and the creation of Michelangelo’s world renowned masterpieces, such as the original version of David, I Prigioni and San Matteo. This is a must and will be a discovery for anyone interested in Michelangelo. It really is a once-in-the-life experience to stand in front of David. At the end of the private guided tour you will have the possibility to stay in the museum for as long as you like. An intimate experience not to be missed!

NEW! If you don’t want to waste your time standing in line for hours and you do like to hear our Guide’s explanations in your OWN language, well, this is the right tour for you! Only the Uffizi Smart Guided Tour lets you skip the line and get straight in; once inside the museum, our Tour Leader will escort you through the various rooms housing worldwide famous paintings, such as Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, Leonardo’s enigmatic Adoration of the Magi or Michelangelo’s Tondo Doni, his only painting on wood. For a lot of masterpieces you will get professional pre-recorded comments in your own language so as not to miss a word; and after that, if you are still curious about the artwork, feel free to ask our Tour Leader whatever you want: he/she will answer you in English or Italian.

Treat yourself to a half day of relaxation and fun in Mugello, on the outskirts of Florence, thanks to a suggestive horseback ride to discover the Tuscan Apennines !! Upon your arrival Sara will welcome you with a short briefing on the horse, giving you some tips on how to ride. The horseback ride takes about 1h30. You will enjoy enchanting landscapes and breathtaking views in the natural park of the Tuscan Apennines. Woods, dirt roads and narrow paths on the ridges alternate along the way. This tour does not require any previous experience on horseback and will give you the opportunity to enjoy unforgettable moments of tranquility in the most authentic Tuscan countryside away from the chaos of the city. At the end of the walk an aperitif awaits you including a small tasting with local meats and cheeses and a good glass of Tuscan wine!

Join your local host Patrizia at her family’s apartment located in the center of Florence in a traditional building built in 1759. During your hands-on cooking lesson, Patrizia will teach you traditional Italian dishes from Florence and Italy’s Emilia Romagna Region. You will prepare an appetizer, a first course, typically a fresh pasta like tagliatelle, ravioli, or gnocchi, a second course of meat and dessert. Patrizia specializes in seasonal dishes that bring out the flavors of the region – in the summer you might learn to make sauces with fresh tomatoes, while in the winter months you might enjoy seasonal winter vegetables like artichokes. Your cooking lesson will last about 2 ½ hours; after you finish cooking, sit down together to enjoy your meal and some delicious Italian wine with your welcoming host in her beautiful home.  Please note: This experience includes 2 glasses of wine.

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.

Your journey begins with a private viewing of Michelangelo's iconic masterpiece, David, basking in the serene ambiance of the evening. You'll also have the chance to explore the four evocative Prisoners sculptures, delve into the fascinating Music Instrument Room, and marvel at the intricate plaster casts that reveal the artistic process behind some of the world's most renowned sculptures. After the guided tour, you are welcome to continue exploring the museum at your own pace, soaking in the beauty and history of the Accademia Gallery in a tranquil, unhurried setting. Don't miss this chance to experience one of Florence's greatest treasures in a way few others can.

Add a taste of Italian opera to your stay in Florence: The Three Tenors offer a show of opera arias and famous traditional Neapolitan songs with dancers in the heart of the beautiful Tuscan capital. In the former oratory of Santa Maria Vergine della Croce al Tempio, the soloists are accompanied by a chamber ensemble of mandolin, double bass and piano. Famous arias from "La Traviata", "Rigoletto" and "Tosca" alternate with Neapolitan songs such as "O sole mio", "Funiculì Funiculà" and "Torna a Surriento". Cast Tenors: Mattia Nebbiai, Claudio Sassetti, Leonardo Sgroi Mandolin: Andrea Benucci Double bass: Antonio Lipari Grand piano: Jin Heui Kang Director: Antonio Lipari Dancers: Martina Maiani and Fernando Ferrandino Choreography: Donatella Cantagallo Set design: Antonio Lipari

It's not just arriving at your destination that makes your vacation ... it's experiencing new and wonderful things along the way. Enjoy a very special way of discovering Italy on one of our customized sightseeing transfer tours. Take a relaxing and comfortable journey accompanied by only the very best of English speaking driver-guides as you travel from Florence towards Rome (or viceversa) stopping off at the hilltop town of MONTEPULCIANO, renowned for its red Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Visit Italy close up in a Mercedes sedan or minivan for up to 8 people taking you into the very heart of beautiful, hidden Italy.

Travel is a way to collect beautiful memories and keep them safe in your heart. Florence is an enchanting city where every spot is filled with magnificence and history and also where people can learn, experience the meaning of Beauty and enjoy relaxing moments with their loved ones. Spend some quality time with your family or friends in a bike tour ! Our tour will give you and your family the chance to learn and appreciate what Florence city offers: from the main important historical buildings to fascinating squares. Our licensed guide will show and give you all the knowledge you need in order to understand the meaning of the well-known expression culla del Rinascimento.

Visit the home of Renaissance art, the Uffizi Gallery. This gallery has the world's most outstanding Renaissance art collection which is displayed in a beautiful 16th-century palace. Visit masterpieces from the greatest artists of the Renaissance like Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio and Michelangelo. Uncover the secrets behind these artworks with your guide and ask them all about your favourite pieces of the gallery.

Come and visit one of the most beautiful and evocative museums of the Renaissance in Florence alongside a professional guide and in a private group. The building, in the shape of a medieval fort, was built between the eleventh and fourteenth centuries century and represented the first seat of government and republic Fiorentina, to which Dante Alighieri also participated. Later it became a prison, as well as a place of executions public in Florence and finally it was also a convent. The museum we know today houses a huge number of works of art, mostly sculptures, statues and bas-reliefs of the older ones Florentine Renaissance artists such as Luca 's beautiful Terre Cotte Andrea Della Robbia, the statues of Donatello, Mino Da Fiesole, Desiderio Da Settignano, the Bottega dei Rossellino, the Bronze Formelle for the Baptistery of Florence by L. Ghiberti and F. Brunelleschi, works by Giambologna Cellini and some early works by Michelangelo.

The Palazzo Vecchio is one of the essential wonders to visit in Florence. Symbol of the "people's power", that merchant and artisan class that became rich in the late Middle Ages, it's a building full of surprises thanks to the Medici family, who fully transformed the inside with statues, frescoes and even some secret corridors and chambers . Delight your sight and feelings by visiting this formidable piece of history! Together we’ll explore the fresh 1500s and discover why they contain Austrian landscapes; We’ll admire the magnificent “Salone del Cinquecento”, scene of the famous Tom Hanks’ movie “Inferno”, and understand all its several transformations. We'll also dive into the Medici's intrigues, a dynasty that changed global history, by visiting the family rooms, with highly significant artwork like the Giuditta and Oloferne, by Donatello, and Niccolò Macchiavelli's personal office. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this jewel with a welcoming expert in the topic!

The tour starts from your hotel, a chance to spend a delightful day out of Florence to visit Umbria, one of the most picturesque regions of Italy rich in vineyards, olive trees and the famous hilltop villages. One of the most famous is Assisi, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mystic town of Saint Francis, surrounded by its ancient walls, was built on the green slopes of Mount Subasio and with its colorful houses of stone, narrow streets, flowering balconies and noble palaces provide beautiful views for memorable pictures. An interesting visit to St. Francis Basilica, with its early Renaissance masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue, and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli. Time for lunch in a typical restaurant (optional) and then the tour continues to Orvieto, where you can admire a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with a glistening façade of stained glass, mosaics and sculptures. Soak up Orvieto’s charm and explore the city center and then Back to 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.

We are at the top of the Chianti hills with breathtaking views, only 18km from Florence. With a local guide and a truffle hunting dog who detects fantastic aroma, it is possible to participate in this unusual event of truffle hunting. This activity starts off with a warm welcome with an introduction to explain the growth of this unusual tuber. It is not only designed for culinary lovers, but an exciting way of getting in touch with the Tuscan nature. After the hunt, you will be able to enjoy the dinner, all truffle based from fresh pasta with grated truffle, a main course with truffle and even desert with truffle!

Enjoy a private tour of Volterra, tailored to your interests and pace. Whether you're passionate about art, history, archaeology, or just want to explore the charm of an authentic Tuscan hill town, this experience offers a relaxed and in-depth approach. Once a powerful Etruscan city, Volterra still showcases its layered past: from the Porta all’Arco and Roman theater to medieval tower-houses, the cathedral, and Piazza dei Priori. Perched high above the countryside, it also offers stunning panoramic views. When possible, the tour may include a visit to a traditional alabaster workshop, depending on the artisan’s availability. A private tour means flexibility, personalization, and the chance to connect more deeply with this fascinating destination.

A professional private driver with Mercedes for a confortable transfer to Maranello. The total hours of limousine service including the 4 hours of drive is 8 hours, so you will have 4 hours in Maranello to visit the Ferrari museums or if you want do a test drive of some Ferrari (test drive and tickets for museums are not included on the price of this tour)

Join our Florence Opera Duomo tour! It is a complete experience for those who want to know the hystory of the Cathedral, the Brunelleschi Dome and much more! Meet your guide at the central door of the Cathedral of Florence at 10:45am. During this guided tour you will visit Baptistery and Museum of Opera del Duomo, with the original Door of Paradise, the Pietà by Michelangelo, and many other Renaissance works. Your guide will take you inside the Cathedral, which includes the Santa Reparata Crypt too!

Are you visiting Florence ? Book your fun and exciting Florence photo-shoot today along with your flight tickets and your hotel– you won’t regret it! We edit and deliver the pictures in 48 hours or less !!!! • 1.5 hour photo shooting,  20 pictures included or • 2.5 hours photo shooting,  40 pictures included or • 3.5 hours photo shooting,  60 pictures included or • Extra pictures or the entire gallery can be purchased separately  • Print release • Sneek peeks

Book your private transfer from Venice to Florence and ride in comfort with our trusted transfer service. Reliable and easy-to-book, it makes every trip a stressless journey. Meet your driver at Piazzale Roma in Venice and simply relax on the journey straight to Florence. - One-way private transfer from Venice to Florence (airport or accommodation) - Service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year long - Save money and time: fixed rates, no surprises - Friendly and professional driver - Mercedes Benz car for 1-2 people - Mercedes Viano or Sprinter minivan for 3-8 people