Firenze Trip Overview
On this tour you visit the most important of Florence’s piazzas and landmarks as well as two of its most celebrated exhibition centers. We begin on the north of the city with a visit to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo with its famous Bell Tower and Baptistery. Following a break for lunch we continue to Piazza della Signoria with its wonderful display of Renaissance statues, followed by a visit to the Uffizi Gallery that houses a number of famous masterpieces; Botticelli’s’ “The Birth of Venue”, Leonardo da Vinci’s “Annunciation” and Michelangelo’s “Holy Family” to name a few. Take advantage of skip-the-line entry and enjoy this private tour.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Firenze, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Firenze, Toscana, Italy
On this tour you visit the most important of Florence’s piazzas and landmarks as well as two of its most celebrated exhibition centers. We begin on the north of the city with a visit to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo with its famous Bell Tower and Baptistery. Following a break for lunch we continue to Piazza della Signoria with its wonderful display of Renaissance statues, followed by a visit to the Uffizi Gallery that houses a number of famous masterpieces; Botticelli’s’ “The Birth of Venue”, Leonardo da Vinci’s “Annunciation” and Michelangelo’s “Holy Family” to name a few. Take advantage of skip-the-line entry and enjoy this private tour.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Piazza della Signoria, 50122, Florence Italy
Meet your guide in Piazza della Signoria, Political centre of the city. From there you’ll walk to the near Uffizi gallery for your morning visit to the museum.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gallerie Degli Uffizi, Piazzale Degli Uffizi 6, 50122, Florence Italy
Inside you’ll admire some of the greatest works of Italy’s unrivalled Renaissance masters, including the imitable Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, Giotto, and Caravaggio. You’ll see world-renowned works including Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and Leonardo’s Annunciation, as well as sculptures and paintings that demonstrate the power and strength of Renaissance Florence. Your expert guide can offer insight and answer any questions during the tour.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Ponte Vecchio, 50125, Florence Italy
Then it is on to one of Florence’s most famous landmarks: the Ponte Vecchio, the city’s oldest bridge. The bridge offers panoramic views of the hills that surround Florence, perfect for a photo. Your guide will recount the bridge’s rich history, including
how the Vasari Corridor radically changed the botteghe (shops) that line the bridge.
When it’s time for lunch (at your own expense), your guide can book a local trattoria or suggest a typical Tuscan lunch.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Della Repubblica, Florence Italy
After lunch, your guide will meet you to continue your tour.
The knowledge of your local, licensed guide is best appreciated as you walk through the ancient streets of Florence, a romantic Renaissance city, with enchanting piazzas and a rich history. The numerous monuments that line your route will tell the story of this marvellous place.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piazza del Duomo, 50122, Florence Italy
After that, you’ll make your way to the magnificant Piazza Duomo. The stunning Cathedral sits at its centre, with beautiful, unique marble engravings. And, and towering above everything is Brunelleschi’s Dome, a wonder of Renaissance architecture and an enduring symbol of Renaissance Florence.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Galleria dell’Accademia, Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50122, Florence Italy
Finally your tour will take you to visit Michelangelo’s most famous sculpture: David. Be sure to look at it from every angle as you walk around it, as this is the best way to appreciate Michelangelo’s genius.
Duration: 1 hour