Florence Guided Tour with Accademia, Uffizi and Optional Lunch
- 6h 15m
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Embark on a journey through Florence's artistic wonders. Visit the Accademia Gallery with an expert guide, where Michelangelo's masterpieces, including the awe-inspiring "David," will leave you breathless. Explore the Medici district, marveling at their palatial residence, San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels. Discover the Duomo Complex with its Baptistery, Cathedral, and Giotto bell tower. Wander medieval streets, encountering the Church of Orsanmichele and the vibrant Straw Market. Admire the grandeur of Piazza Signoria, home to the Fountain of Neptune and tha Arnolfo Tower. Follow from the outside the Vasari Corridor to the romantic Ponte Vecchio, adorned with jewelry shops. Indulge in a typical Tuscan lunch, then enter the Uffizi Gallery, where Botticelli's "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus" shine. Conclude on the Uffizi Terrace, taking in the city's iconic monuments. Stay in the gallery, immersing yourself in the art's timeless tales and profound beauty.
Inclusions
What's included
- Uffizi ticket prices: Adults €29, EU 18–25 €2, ages 0–17 free
- Monolingual small-group tour for a richer, more personal experience
- Professional local guide bringing Florence, Accademia and Uffizi vividly to life
- Dedicated multilingual Caf Tour & Travel assistance at the meeting point
- Audio headsets for groups over 6, so you can follow every story
- If selected: savor a 3-course typical Tuscan lunch in a characteristic Florence restaurant
What's not
- If lunch option selected: Drinks to be paid on the spot
- If lunch option selected: Children 0-5 years old, lunch to be paid on the spot
Itinerary
Begin your guided experience at the Accademia Gallery with your small group and expert local guide. Immerse yourself in the world of Michelangelo, the genius of the Renaissance, and admire his most celebrated masterpieces, including the David, I Prigioni, San Matteo and the Palestrina Pietà. Your guide will bring Michelangelo’s art to life, revealing the stories, details and emotions behind these extraordinary works.
Admire the imposing exterior of Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the first great Renaissance palace of the Medici family. From the outside, your guide will introduce the power, taste and influence of the dynasty that helped shape Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance.
Piazza di San Lorenzo Discover Piazza di San Lorenzo, one of the most historic corners of Florence and closely connected to the Medici family. From the square, take in the atmosphere of the neighborhood and learn about the basilica’s long history and its role in Florentine religious and political life.
Marvel at the magnificent exterior of Florence Cathedral, with its richly decorated marble façade, Brunelleschi’s extraordinary dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the ancient Baptistery. From the outside, discover how this monumental complex became one of the greatest symbols of Renaissance Florence.
Admire Orsanmichele from the outside, a unique building that began as a grain market before becoming one of Florence’s most fascinating churches. Your guide will point out its elegant architecture and the famous exterior niches once decorated by the city’s powerful guilds.
Visit the lively Mercato del Porcellino, famous for its traditional leather stalls and the beloved bronze boar fountain. Discover the local legend behind the “Porcellino” and enjoy the charm of one of Florence’s most popular market areas.
Enter Piazza della Signoria, Florence’s grand open-air museum and political heart. Surrounded by statues, historic palaces and the majestic Palazzo Vecchio, this square tells stories of power, art, rivalry and civic pride at the center of Florentine history.
End your walk at the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most famous bridge. Lined with historic shops and suspended over the Arno River, it offers one of the city’s most unforgettable views and a perfect glimpse into Florence’s timeless charm.
Continue your small-group guided tour at the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most renowned art museums in the world. Led by your expert local guide, discover masterpieces by the greatest Renaissance artists, including Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Michelangelo. Through engaging commentary, you will explore the stories, symbols and artistic innovations that made Florence the cradle of the Renaissance.
Cancellation
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Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- at 8:45 am, At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti. Our Assistant waits for you wearing blue clothing with the company logos.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Suggested wearing comfortable shoes
- Appropriate clothing is recommended to visit places of worship
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the visit, nor to have a refund or reschedule the guided visit.
- To confirm a booking the following details are mandatory for all the participants: First Name – Last Name – Date of Birth – Passport/ID Nr – A valid mobile phone number (*that shall be able to receive communication while in Italy) – Email address (*that the client is able to check while in Italy) In the event, that one or more details are missing, the booking cannot be considered confirmed.
- It is mandatory to present an original identity document.
How it compares in Florence
- Its from-price is 62% below the median of the 647 day trips we list in Florence.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 221 of 647.
About Florence
Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, gathers masterpieces of art and architecture into a compact city of stone streets beside the Arno.
The Duomo, with Brunelleschi's great red-brick dome, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery's gilded doors, marks the centre of town. A few streets away, Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio face a loggia full of sculpture, and the Uffizi Gallery holds Botticelli, Leonardo and Raphael. Michelangelo's David stands in the Galleria dell'Accademia.
Top-ranked sights in Florence: Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi), Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore).
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