The Beauty and Craft of Florence (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Commence your tour at the antique Florentine Quarter 

  • Explore Santa Maria Del Fiore

  • Cross over the Ponte Vecchio, towards Palazzo Pitti

  • Enjoy a short stop at the Church of Santo Spirito

  • Visit the incredible Leather School of Florence 

Summary

Explore the antique Florentine quarter, the magic of Dante and the history of authentic Italian craft

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Piazza Maggiore, Florence, Tuscany, IT

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

What better place to start than the antique Florentine Quarter where the talented Dante Alighieri used to live. You will pay a visit to Piazza della Signoria, where you can not help but be captivated by the Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.

You will also pass the celebrated Uffizi Gallery, and the world-famous medieval bridge Ponte Vecchio.

Your tour also includes a visit to the Church of Santo Spirito, initially drafted by the immensely talented Brunelleschi. You will complete your journey with a short stroll around the Quarter of Santa Croce, taking its name from the largest Franciscan church in the world. 

Visit the Leather School of Florence which was created after World War II by Franciscan friars of the Monastery of Santa Croce with the mission of teaching orphans of the war a practical trade with which to earn a living. You will also have the opportunity to visit Mannina, a family-owned Florentine cobbler that are still using traditional shoemaking techniques.

What’s included?

  • Entrance to Santa Maria Del Fiore, the beating heart of Florence

  • A visit to the historical Leather School of Florence

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Lunch, although your guide will recommend a delicious local restaurant along the way

  • Cost of hotel pick up/drop off. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes and lots of water.

  • Should you require a specific pick up location, additional fees may apply and are payable locally

  • Kids under 4 are free

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners