Florence Trip Overview
Marvel at the impressive cultural, historical and artistic heritage of this charming city.
Start your experience in the religious center of the city where you’ll admire the Duomo and its impressive Dome, designed by Brunelleschi and the Baptistery of Saint John, one of the oldest buildings in Florence.
From the religious center you’ll walk to the political center and enjoy a pleasant stroll through Piazza della Signoria, surrounded by its ancient buildings and the Loggia dei Lanzi. In this open air museum you’ll see original masterpieces by Giambologna and Cellini.
From there, you’ll cross the enchanting Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge on the Arno river and you’ll end your tour in the prestigious Accademia Gallery, where you’ll explore stunning artworks, including the world–renowned David of Michelangelo.
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Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Florence, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Marvel at the impressive cultural, historical and artistic heritage of this charming city.
Start your experience in the religious center of the city where you’ll admire the Duomo and its impressive Dome, designed by Brunelleschi and the Baptistery of Saint John, one of the oldest buildings in Florence.
From the religious center you’ll walk to the political center and enjoy a pleasant stroll through Piazza della Signoria, surrounded by its ancient buildings and the Loggia dei Lanzi. In this open air museum you’ll see original masterpieces by Giambologna and Cellini.
From there, you’ll cross the enchanting Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge on the Arno river and you’ll end your tour in the prestigious Accademia Gallery, where you’ll explore stunning artworks, including the world–renowned David of Michelangelo.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Duomo, Duomo, Florence, Tuscany
The main symbol of Florence is its impressive and imposing Duomo, named Santa Maria del Fiore. Famously designed by Brunelleschi six hundred years ago, it is still the third largest in the world! The outer colours and facade strongly follow the local traditions in Florence, holding the medieval rivalry again Siena within its design. Having a guided tour lets you understand the history full facade as well as the beautiful frescoed ceiling that is waiting for you inside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Battistero di San Giovanni, Piazza San Giovanni, 50122, Florence Italy
Characterized by the white Carrara and green Prato marble, it is one of the most ancient churches in Florence and gently marks the square of the city Cathedral. Its fascinating past, combining faith, history and art, has given scholars much food for thought with regard to its meaning and connection to the Renaissance era.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Piazza della Signoria, 50122, Florence Italy
The Piazza is a central meeting point of Florence as not only is it beautifully decorated with a vast amount of statues, including “the fake David” but it is also well positioned, allowing access to Palazzo Vecchio, the Uffizi gallery and a clear path to the Duomo.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza della Signoria, 50121, Florence Italy
In Piazza della Signoria, the main square of Florence, there is a remarkable monument named “Loggia dei Lanzi”, embellished with stunning masterpieces in bronze and marble, sculpted by masters from the Renaissance era. Going to this loggia, that was used for the public meetings, you will get in touch with the beauties of the golden age of Florence.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Ponte Vecchio, 50125, Florence Italy
A medieval stone bridge that is known around the world for its beautify and uniqueness Locals still work and operate on the unique bridge still to this day and is part of the mysterious “Corridoio Vasariano” – The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) was the only bridge spared by Hitler’s strict orders while retreating from his opposition during World War 2. Locals say his decision was to save its beauty, as many building were destroyed either end of the bridge to block the enemy passing.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Accademia di Belle Arti, Via Ricasoli 66, 50122, Florence Italy
Considered as one of the most important sculpture museums in the world, not just Florence. Located in close proximity of the Florence Fine Art Academy, hence its name and function as a drawing laboratory for artists of any time. It houses the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo —seven works, including the world-famous David, along with priceless masterpieces and works of art spread over two floors, and thus presenting a photograph of early-Renaissance art and its heritage.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
