Private City Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Step into the timeless streets of Florence on an exclusive 2-hour private walking tour. Accompanied by your local guide, uncover the stories, rivalries, and legends that transformed this city into the cradle of the Renaissance.
Stroll past the grand Medici Palace, where one of Europe’s most powerful families once ruled from behind austere stone walls. Stand beneath the magnificent Duomo and marvel at Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome while hearing the dramatic tales that shaped the city’s history.
Wander through the lively Piazza della Signoria, an open-air gallery filled with stunning sculptures, political intrigue, and centuries of Florentine power. Then continue to the iconic Ponte Vecchio, the city’s oldest bridge, where jewelers’ shops line the river just as they have for generations.
More than a tour, this is a journey through the soul of Florence — brought to life through captivating storytelling, hidden details, and insider insights from your private guide.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Follow your guide on a walking tour through the heart of the city. The first stop on the itinerary is the Medici Palace. With its rusticated stone facade and elegant courtyard, this palace became the prototype for the Florentine Renaissance Palace. Hear intriguing tales about the Medici family.
Basilica di San Lorenzo
A short walk away from the Medici Palace is the Basilica of San Lorenzo. Thanks to Medici patronage this church was renovated by Brunelleschi during the Renaissance, however, the outside was left unfinished. Learn the story behind the unfinished facade and how Michelangelo nearly lost his life at the marble quarry.
Options
Private Walking Tour
What‘s Included
2-hour guided walking tour with a local, expert guide
Radios with headsets for larger groups
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great walking tour!
Sabrina M,May 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tommy was very knowledgeable! We learnt so much in a short period of time. I loved walking around the city and learning.
Best Tour we've ever had with our Tour Guide Tommy
sarB3180PV,May 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we had our Florence walking Tour in english language with Tommy. The best Tour Guide we've ever had. He was a great storyteller and gave us a lot of interesting details about the history of Florence, their famous citiziens and artists. We could highly reccomend Tommy, the tour and Florence Specialists. We would book it again. So thanks a lot to Tommy and Florence Specialist for that great 1st day in Florence! Ciao ;-) and Grazie! Sarah and Frank from Bavaria
2 hr walking tour Florence with Thomaso
Passport16380,Apr 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomaso was an excellent tour guide. Was great 2 hour walking trip. He knew a lot and was fun to hear about all the small details that you do not know.
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