Florence tours

Florence tours

Discover the beautiful city of Florence with many itineraries that we offer: For those visiting first time we suggest a walking tour around historic center starting at San Lorenzo Leather Market to rub the nose of Florence's piglet statue (Il Porcellino) for good luck! Crossing the Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge we will cherish this moment by beautiful views of the Arno River. We will stop here to browse through some of the oldest jewellery shops of the city. Then we will continue the stroll through Piazza della Signoria. Next on our itinerary is Duomo, known as Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore for a skip-the-line tour We will learn about the Duomo's history before enjoying a little break at local pasticceria. Finally we will arrive at Accademia and enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of the Gallery and admire Michelangelo's David - the most famous statue in the world! We can continue the tour after a lunch break by entering the world-famous Uffizi Gallery. As we walk, through gallery's collections, you will have a chance to see masterpieces like Botticelli's famous Birth of Venus and Primavera paintings. Your afternoon tour ends with a walk along the gallery's rooftop terrace to enjoy panoramic views of Florence. Another option is to explore the city and it’s surroundings on the vespa or bike. Experience a leisurely drive through Florence’s backstreets before reaching the outskirts of town. We will stop at the Church of San Miniato al Monte for some breathtaking views over city and a quick look around inside with your guide. Your tour continues into hills of Tuscany, through charming villages and vast fields. On your way back to town, we will stop at Piazzale Michelangelo, a point for gazing over Florence. The perfect ending of the day is a sit down meal on a private terrace with typical Tuscan specialties. We also offer a guided tour called Artisans & workshops in Florence. Let’s have a walk-through Oltrarno neighborhood, famous for its rich historical and artistic heritage. Here you can meet the masters and craftsman carrying on Florentine and Tuscan traditions. Visit the workshops of leather, jewellery, paper or ceramics. Observe their exclusive craftsmanship which is an authentic and memorable experience. Perfume workshop with perfumer. Imagine a journey into the world of essences and perfumes. Learn the secrets and the fascinating techniques of traditional Florentine perfumery. Create your own perfumes and enjoy this unique experience. And a special treat - Off the beaten path of Florence. This is a perfect alternative itinerary for those who already know Florence and all its main sights. This day program includes secrets hallways, walk around Palazzo Pitti discovering lovely artisan shops, a brief stop at Giardino Bardini and a glass of wine in the traditional Florentine way. Then we will head to a lovely tasting boutique shop. Finally making our way to the oldest operating pharmacy in the world features 800-year-old recipes and a unique museum that is dedicated to the craft of stone inlay. We will end this experience with a Florentine steak and some more wine!