Heart of Florence Walking Tour

Summary Description

An unforgettable half day tour to the very the heart of Florence - Enjoy a guided visit of the iconic “must sees” of Florence with a top-rated guide. 

Highlights
  • Experience the magical city of Florence, cradle of the Italian Renaissance
  • See the best of Florence with a top rated licensed storyteller guide
  • Take in the Magnificent Florence Duomo, Baptistry and the Ponte Vecchio
Description

Make your way to the meeting point where you will meet your Florentine native art historian who will be your tour guide and sidekick for the morning. 

As you make your way through the breathtaking city of Florence, your guide will show you the great beauty this stunning city has to offer, from its Roman origins to its darker medieval era and of course its role as backdrop for the explosion of culture that was the Italian Renaissance. 

You’ll walk in the footsteps of history’s greatest artists and thinkers as your guides brings it all back to life for you in Piazza della Signoria where you will view one of two important replicas of Michelangelo's masterpiece: The Statue of David. Continuing on, visit the the Florence Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore), the Baptistery with Ghiberti’s famous bronze doors, Santa Trinita’ and Orsanmichele Church, the iconic Ponte Vecchio covered bridge, the secret Vasari Corridor and much much more. Enjoy a typical Italian Gelato in pure Florentine fashion as your tour concludes. 

Included / Excluded
  • Guided walking tour of historic Florence
  • Enjoy an authentic gelato
  • Free time for local shopping, exploring and lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Personal extras
  • Visit inside Florence Duomo
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Tour departs rain or shine
  • Meet your guide on site
  • Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
Know Before You Go
  • Bring a hat and sunblock during summer months
  • Bring water to drink
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Terms and Conditions

Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.

Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.

During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.

View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms.

Additional Information

• Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity

• This tour runs rain or shine

Operated by:

ItaliaTours

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Moderate
  • Max Group Size: 25
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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