Why choose this Florence tour ?
Florence is the capital of Tuscany, and the birthplace and symbol of the Renaissance that has gifted the world with celebrated artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Donatello, Raphael and Sandro Botticelli… prominent thinkers and writers like Machiavelli and Dante, and revered scientists like Galileo.
You will have the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the greatest and most influential Florentines as you explore the historic center and discover Florence’s most important heritage sites.
PLEASE NOTE Your driver is NOT a licensed tour guide.
This is as Tour By Car with only an English Speaking Driver (it does NOT include Tour Guides or Walking Tours).
To comply with italian strict laws, drivers are obliged to remain with the vehicle while guests sightsee on their own away from the vehicle. Driver will wait for you with the vehicle while you SELF TOUR.
Make the most of your Florence adventure
What makes Pisa and Florence with Driver Private Shore Excursion By Car a unique experience ?
A prominent ancient port city (called “Portus Pisanus” while it was an Ancient Roman colony) Pisa is recognized worldwide for its famous leaning tower – the bell tower of the Cathedral.
In Pisa, you will visit Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of the Miracles), a spacious square where Pisa’s most sacred and renowned buildings are located: Pisa’s impressive Duomo (cathedral), the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, and Campo Santo (the monumental cemetery).
What better way to start or end a visit to Florence that a stop on Piazzale Michelangelo for a splendid panoramic overview of the city that has graced innumerable postcards.
This 15th-century basilica is the largest Franciscan church in the world and also referred to as “The Temple of the Italian Glories” as it’s also the burial place of some of Italy’s most illustrious Italians including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli to name a few.
The basilica also contains artwork by famous artists such as Donatello, Vasari, Giotto and more.
Entry tickets to Basilica di Santa Croce: 6 Euros per person (4 Euros for children 11-17 years, free admission to children under 11 years of age).
Piazza della Signoria is named after the 14th century Palazzo della Signoria (today is known as Palazzo Vecchio – the “Old Palace”) that dominates the spacious square.
This square is a perfect example of why many refer to Florence as an outdoor museum.
On the corner close to Palazzo Vecchio is Loggia dei Lanzi, a covered terrace recognized by its wide arches and its open-air exhibition of fabulous bronze and marble sculptures depicting classical and mythological themes.
Translating to “Old Bridge”, Ponte Vecchio is a medieval stone arch bridge that spans the Arno River.
Initially occupied with butcher shops, nowadays you’ll find it filled with upscale jewelry shops, artists, and souvenir vendors. An interesting aspect about this bridge is Vasari’s Corridor, an enclosed passageway commissioned by Cosimo I de’Medici to connect Palazzo Vecchio (Florence’s Town Hall) with Palazzo Pitti (the private residence of the Medici family).
The Gallery of the Academy of Florence is the famous art museum that displays the original statue of David by Michelangelo along with other of his sculptures, as well as and masterpiece works of art by well-known artists like Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Giambologna, making it a perfect museum to visit on a day trip to Florence.
Accademia Gallery tickets must be purchased online in advance by the customer for the 11:30 AM time slot. Please book on your favorite website and bring your Ticket Vouchers with you on the date of the tour as they will be required.
If your shore excursion falls on a Monday when the Accademia Gallery is closed we will indicate alternative attractions you can enjoy.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- English Speaking Professional Chauffeur
- Private Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Not Included
- Entry Tickets to the Sites
- Tour Guide / walking Tour
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Rome Chauffeur.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
