Michelangelo's Florence (Private Tour)
Highlights
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Commence your tour at the Piazza del Duomo
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Walk towards the antique Florentine Quarter
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Learn about Italy's political elite at the Palazzo Vecchio
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Pass the Uffizi Gallery, and cross over the Ponte Vecchio
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Conclude your tour at the Galleria dell’ Accademia
Summary
Tour info
Santa Maria Novella Church, Florence, Tuscany, IT
123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States
Why take this tour?
This full-day tour of Florence's Renaissance artwork and architecture is a must for all culture vultures.
* Commence your tour at the **Piazza del Duomo**
* Pass the **Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore** and the **Baptistery of St John**
* Walk towards the antique **Florentine Quarter**
* Learn about Italy's political elite at the **Palazzo Vecchio**
* Pass the **Uffizi Gallery**, and cross over the **Ponte Vecchio** (medieval bridge)
* Conclude your tour at the Galleria dell’ Accademia
* Learn about Renaissance artwork, and skip-the-line to see **Michelangelo’s David**
Discover the highlights of Florence and follow an expert and entertaining guide to the most significant places through the historical center and learn about the amazing history of the city from the time it was the capital of Renaissance to the time it became the capital of early unified Italy.
Start your experience touring the religious center of the city: admire the Duomo, whose impressive Dome was designed by Brunelleschi, and the Baptistery of Saint John, one of the oldest buildings in Florence.
From the religious center, you will 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 we will see original masterpieces by Giambologna and Cellini. From there, you'll cross the famous Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge on the Arno River, we will end this tour in the prestigious Accademia Gallery, where, at your own pace, we will explore stunning artwork, including Michelangelo's David.
What’s included?
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Skip the line entrance tickets to the Galleria dell’ Accademia to see Michelangelo's David -
Friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group -
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places -
Lunch, although your guide will recommend a delicious local restaurant along the way
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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
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Please bring comfortable walking shoes
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Should you require a specific pick up location, additional fees may apply and are payable locally
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Kids under 4 are free
Before you go
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Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time
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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
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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