Florence Renaissance Family Friendly Private Walking Tour

Discover the Medici's story with a walk through the most important streets and palaces. On this tour we deal with the rise of the Medici family and the relationship between political power and art. You will discover how it was possible that this family could govern in Florence for over three centuries and how they supported the main artist in the world: Michelangelo, Botticelli Raphael.

Explore the best of Florence’s open air museum filled with art, history and architecture on foot Discover the stories behind the monuments and people who shaped the cradle of the Renaissance Follow the trails of masters such as Dante Alighieri, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, or Galileo Galilei Find out about the Medici family’s influence over Florence Experience the most authentic districts of Florence Explore Florence from different angles, in different squares, north and south of the Arno River Marvel at the iconic Duomo with Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery’s Paradise Gate

City exploring with kids has never been easier! On this Florence private tour your family is in good hands under your local guide's care. The best part, this tour is for grown-ups and kids alike. Embark on a journey where you'll get to see Florence through your kid's eyes. Visit main highlights like Fontana del Porcellino, Piazza del Duomo and Ponte vecchio, and discover hidden gems through a series of activities like treasure hunts and pop quizzes. Your kids will be able to learn about a new culture, language and history thanks to your local host's stories and knowledge. This tour is both entertaining and educational! Withlocals Family Friendly City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Florence from a unique perspective! Get to know Florence on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat – this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Florence at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Piazza del Duomo, Piazza Pitti, Ponte Vecchio and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

Discover the city’s highlights and its most fascinating monuments, learn the secrets of Florence in a fun walking tour with a professional tour guide. Explore the historic centre of Florence, walk the streets that inspired Dante, discover the story about Michelangelo’s David and learn how the biggest dome in the world was built by Filippo Brunelleschi. Stroll through the streets of Florence and enjoy the Medieval and Renaissance atmosphere of this amazing city looking at it with the eyes of the insider. Highlights: Discover the secrets of Florence in a 3-hour walking tour with an expert tour guide; Hear the stories about the Medici family – the Godfathers of the Renaissance; See Florence magnificent Duomo with its biggest masonry dome in the world; Admire the sculptures of Piazza della Signoria; Get many useful tips on restaurants, shops and other places to visit;

Step into the fascinating world of the Medici, the family that shaped the very soul of Florence and sparked the Renaissance. From their modest origins as bankers to their rise as dukes and patrons of the arts, this tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the history of one of Europe’s most influential dynasties. Accompanied by a licensed, knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore the places that marked their lives and their legacy—magnificent palaces, majestic churches, private chapels, and even secret passageways once used to move through the city in safety and style. As you walk the same streets they once ruled, you’ll uncover stories of ambition, art, power struggles, and cultural brilliance. This is more than a tour, it’s a deep dive into the heartbeat of Florence, told through the extraordinary lives of the Medici. Whether you're a history lover, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about the city’s past, this experience will leave you inspired and enchanted.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the stunning Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral • See the Signoria Square with its replica of the Michelangelo’s David • Walk over the famous Old Bridge • Learn from a professional guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures – Join an amazing journey through the most famous squares and streets of Florence with an informative, friendly, and engaging guide. Walk to the stunning Florence Duomo, the Old Bridge, and the Signoria Square with its replica of Michelangelo’s David.

Discover the city's iconic places and most fascinating monuments in a 90-minute express walking tour of Florence. Learn the secrets of the Cradle of the Renaissance in a fun walking tour with an expert tour guide. Explore the historic centre of Florence, walk the streets that inspired Dante, discover the story about Michelangelo’s David and learn how the biggest dome in the world was built by Filippo Brunelleschi. Stroll through the streets of Florence and enjoy the Medieval and Renaissance atmosphere of this amazing city looking at it with the eyes of the insider.

Discover the soul of Renaissance Florence on this immersive walking tour through the city's historic heart. Led by an expert local guide, you'll journey through centuries of art, power, and innovation that shaped not just Florence, but the entire course of European history. Your adventure begins in the magnificent Piazza del Duomo, where you'll marvel at Brunelleschi's dome, Giotto's elegant Bell Tower, and the ornate Baptistery with its golden "Gates of Paradise." As you stroll through the charming Via Calzaiuoli, your guide will bring the Renaissance period to life with fascinating stories of the artists, architects, and powerful families who transformed Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance. Experience the political heart of Florence at Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and Loggia dei Lanzi. Your journey continues past the Uffizi Gallery and the iconic Ponte Vecchio Join us for an unforgettable journey through time in one of the world's most beautiful cities

Here, in the Best Rome Driver, we found the best way to show you the most remarkable attractions of Florence in one day from Rome to our luxurious Mercedes Benz Minivans! From the very first moment we meet you, you will feel the professionalism of our English speaking drivers; who have year of experience and take special care of you at all times! They are very knowledgeable about Italy, so even though they are not certified guides, they will get the feeling they are, as they will always be ready to answer all your doubts! In addition, it´s also good to highlight we know to make this Florence tour a super special one!

This itinerary is designed for families who want to see the top sites of Florence with their children. Letizia grew up in Florence and knows how to bring the city and its history, art and architecture alive to younger eyes. Children (3-14 years) delight in her kid-friendly anecdotes about the personalities, legends and secrets from the Renaissance. It’s a family-friendly, interactive tour to discover the highlights and less known parts of the city, departing from Santa Maria Novella Square, reaching Duomo (outside), and Signoria Square, ending the tour on the Ponte Vecchio. Customize your experience, visiting a museum, like Uffizi Gallery, The Old Palace, Academy Gallery….don't hesitate to contact me!

This kid-friendly tour to Florence & Pisa is fun for the whole family! Can be geared towards children of any age, or teens. KIDS 12 AND UNDER TOUR FOR FREE! It is a complete package that includes private driver and vehicle plus a private guide for 3 hours in Florence. We pick up and drop off right at the ship, and can bring you right into the historic centers of Pisa and Florence, where buses aren't permitted. The 3-hour walking tour in Florence covers the history of the city and its most important monuments. Children will learn about architecture in a fun, hands-on way. Along the way, we'll stop for pizza and gelato (Italian ice cream). This is an out-of-pocket expense. Note: In Italy drivers can share information while you are in the vehicle but are NOT permitted to go with you once leave the vehicle.

Welcome to Florence, where every corner is a masterpiece waiting to be discovered! As your guide, I'm thrilled to lead you on a whirlwind adventure through the heart of this enchanting city. Our journey begins with a captivating city tour, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like the awe-inspiring Florence Cathedral and the bustling Piazza della Signoria. Along the way, I'll share fascinating stories of Renaissance grandeur and cultural intrigue, painting a vivid picture of Florence's rich history. Join me for an unforgettable experience, where every step unveils a new chapter in this city's captivating tale of art, culture, and history. Let's make memories together against the backdrop of one of the most enchanting cities! Note : Unfortunately with cobbled stoned streets of Florence, its not Wheelchair friendly.

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Renaissance. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book. Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Piazza della Signoria, Medici Palace and the Vasari Corridor. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Florence. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time! Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

During our walking tour, we have the opportunity to learn how the daily life for gay people was here, during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance era. Florence has been a LGBTQ-friendly town, since those times, famous in Europe for its liberality towards this community, even if the Government created a special Police to fight the sodomy. Laws, penalties, punishments, exile, death penalty, but also gay weddings, celebrated in front of an altar. And, not only common people were involved in that activity; many famous artists and aristocrats had "secret" and forbidden relationships.

Explore Florence’s Uffizi Gallery, one of the most famous in the world, on this two hour guided tour. See the exhibits that are most interesting to you and avoid getting lost in the vast building, with this intimate private tour. You will be met by your guide at Piazza della Signoria, in front of the Uffizi Gallery, at either 10am or 2pm, and, with reserved tickets, you won’t waste time in the entrance queues which form in high season.

This private walking tour will make you discover the most beautiful sites of Florence. It is the perfect introduction to the city for the first time traveller and for anyone who wants to make sure they will not be missing out on anything noteworthy. A friendly and knowledgeable guide will make you discover famous landmarks and hidden gems. Your private guide will be happy to tailor the visit to suit your needs, so you can spend more time on what interests you more and skip the rest.

Enjoy a 2.5 hour engaging walking tour for families and kids through the streets and squares of Florence with an expert guide who will show you the wonders of the Renaissance and the highlights of the city. Your local guide is specialized in working with children and will keep their attention and curiosity by using i-pad, games, flashcards, other media tools and tricks that all of you will love. You will visit Piazza della Signoria, Santa Croce, the Porcellino, San Lorenzo Market, the Duomo square, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Repubblica and other fascinating sites.

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Renaissance with a visit to Palazzo Medici Riccardi, a prototype of Renaissance architecture. Then, head to Piazza S.S. Annunziata, widely considered one of the most aesthetically pleasing public squares in Renaissance style. Here, you'll find the Hospital of the Innocents, a children's orphanage designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, another prominent example of early Italian Renaissance architecture. Continuing on, we'll admire the iconic Duomo, featuring the awe-inspiring Brunelleschi's Dome. Our exploration continues with other treasures like Piazza Pitti, dominated by the grandiose Pitti Palace, the last residence of the Medici Family. Finally, we'll arrive at S. Spirito, a testament to Renaissance harmony with its perfectly symmetrical design elements. Discover the heart of Florence's Renaissance with this exclusive tour!

Step into the heart of Florence’s history with this 3-hour tour dedicated to the powerful Medici family, who influenced both the city and Italy for centuries. Your journey begins at the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the original residence of the Medici. Admire its Renaissance architecture and frescoes as you learn about the family's rise to power. Next, explore the Medici Chapels and the tombs sculpted by Michelangelo. Continue to the Church of San Lorenzo, where the family rests, and witness Michelangelo’s works. Finish with a visit to Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio, Florence’s political heart. This tour will immerse you in the Medici legacy, showcasing their art, power, and lasting influence on the Renaissance.