Best of Florence Walking Tour with Skip-the Line Guided David & Duomo

Highlights

  • Skip the long lines to marvel at Michelangelo's David, one of the best-known sculptures in the world, with an expert guide

  • Special skip-the-line access the to the Florence Cathedral

  • Discover the Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio and more on an informative walking tour

  • Take in the top sights of Florence in just a few hours with a small group of travelers

Summary

Enjoy Michelangelo's David, the spectacular Duomo, and a guided walk through the streets and squares of this Renaissance city to further appreciate its riches.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
18
Pricing (From)
Adult: (15-99 years)
€85.00
Child: (2-14 years)
€80.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Piazza San Marco, Florence, 50121, IT

Dropoff location

Ponte Vecchio, Firenze, Tuscany

Why take this tour?

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. Afterwards your guide takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand. Then explore the streets of Florence, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge, Palazzo della Signoria e Piazza della Repubblica. 

This Best of Florence Tour offers visitors the opportunity to see the city’s top sights in just a few hours. Your guided tour begins with a visit to see Michelangelo's David – the most popular man in Florence. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance and avoid the long queues. Once inside the Galleria your guide will lead you by the Slaves, lining the corridor leading to David. Hear the story behind this iconic work of art and spot the details that make David one of the world's most captivating sculptures. With an expert art historian on hand and with a maximum of 18 people in your group you'll be able to have all your questions answered. 
 
Next you’ll feast your eyes on one of the city's architectural gems, Florence Cathedral. You'll skip the line and explore this magnificent building with your expert guide. Hear the story of how its architect Brunelleschi recovered lost knowledge and expanded the realm of what was deemed humanly possible all in his pursuit of building it. 
 
The beauty of Florence isn't confined to its galleries and churches, as you’ll see in the streets and piazzas of the Renaissance city. Enjoy a guided walk to see the best of the rest for a fuller understanding of the history and culture of Florence. At Piazza della Signoria, you’ll admire magnificent sculptures in the open air. Hear about the notorious and influential Medici family at Palazzo Vecchio. Visit the Ponte Vecchio and enjoy the quirky architecture of the bridge. Before the end of your visit be sure to rub the nose of Il Porcellino to guarantee your safe return to Florence. 

What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour of Florence

  • Skip-the-line ticket to Accademia Gallery

  • Skip-the-line ticket to the Florence Duomo

  • Headsets

  • Small group of 18 people or fewer

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour is wheelchair accessible with advance notice. Please contact us upon booking to arrange your visit.

  • We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.

  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Before you go

  • This tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • If you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. We may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability.

  • This tour is wheelchair accessible with advance notice. Please contact us upon booking to arrange your visit.

  • All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items are allowed inside.

  • Only small handbags are allowed inside the Accademia museum. There is no bag check or storage available.

  • We are unable to accommodate guests with strollers on this tour.

  • Due to the religious nature of the Cathedral, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.