Florence Walking Tour

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. Explore the vibrant San Lorenzo district, one of Florence's oldest and most authentic neighborhoods. During this walking tour, you will admire the exterior of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the first residence of the powerful Medici family, and Basilica of San Lorenzo, famous for its unfinished façade. Continue to the exterior of the Medici Chapels, the burial place of the most prominent members of the Medici dynasty, before experiencing the lively atmosphere of the Leather Market and the Central Market, where local traditions, artisan craftsmanship, and Tuscan flavors come together. Please note that this tour includes exterior visits only.

   20 Min.

2. Discover the magnificent Piazza del Duomo, the religious heart of Florence and home to some of the city's most iconic landmarks. Admire the exterior of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with Brunelleschi's world-famous Dome, the Baptistery of St. John, renowned for its remarkable bronze doors, and Giotto's Bell Tower, a masterpiece of Florentine Gothic architecture. Learn about the history, art, and engineering achievements that made this monumental square one of the symbols of the Renaissance. Please note that this tour includes exterior visits only.

   20 Min.

3. Visit Piazza della Repubblica, one of Florence's liveliest squares and the site of the city's ancient Roman Forum. Discover the origins of Florence as you stand where the Roman Cardo and Decumanus once crossed, and admire the elegant 19th-century architecture, historic cafés, and the iconic triumphal arch. Today, the square is a vibrant meeting place where history blends with local life, street performers, and Florentine traditions.

   15 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

4. Discover the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence's oldest and most famous bridge, spanning the Arno River. Admire its historic goldsmith shops, unique medieval architecture, and breathtaking views over the river. Learn about the bridge's fascinating history, its connection to the Medici family, and why it remains one of the city's most beloved landmarks. Please note that this tour includes exterior visits only.

   15 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

5. Explore Piazza della Signoria, Florence's historic political center and one of the city's most spectacular open-air museums. Admire the exterior of Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Florence's government for centuries, and discover the remarkable sculptures that decorate the square, including the Fountain of Neptune, a replica of Michelangelo's David, and the masterpieces displayed in the Loggia dei Lanzi. Please note that this tour includes exterior visits only.

   20 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

Gut zu wissen

How it compares in Florenz

• Its from-price is 62% below the median of the 3255 experiences we list in Florenz.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Florenz

Florenz, Wiege der Renaissance, vereint Meisterwerke der Kunst und Architektur in einer kompakten Stadt aus Steingassen am Arno.

Der Dom mit Brunelleschis gewaltiger Backsteinkuppel, Giottos Glockenturm und den vergoldeten Türen des Baptisteriums bildet die Mitte der Stadt. Wenige Straßen entfernt blicken die Piazza della Signoria und der Palazzo Vecchio auf eine Loggia voller Skulpturen, und die Uffizien beherbergen Botticelli, Leonardo und Raffael. Michelangelos David steht in der Galleria dell'Accademia.

Top-ranked sights in Florenz: Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi), Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore).

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