Explore the antique Florentine quarter, the magic of Dante and the history of authentic Italian craft
The Beauty and Craft of Florence (Private Tour)
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Highlights
Description
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.
Included / Excluded
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
What's Not Included
- 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
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Piazza Maggiore, Florence, IT
Start Location Notes: At the Fountain of Neptune just off the Piazza Maggiore
Commentary
Guide : English
Audio : English
Important Information
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
Know 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
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: 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
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible
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
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
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