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Uffizi Gallery Discover Renaissance Masterpieces + Ebook
- 1h 50m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visit the iconic Uffizi Gallery and immerse yourself in the art and history of Florence with an unforgettable guided tour, accompanied by an exclusive eBook to complement your experience. Built in 1560 and considered one of the oldest museums in the world, the Uffizi was designed by Giorgio Vasari at the request of Cosimo I de’ Medici, initially as an administrative building—the origin of the name “Uffizi,” which means “offices.” During the tour, discover how Francesco I de’ Medici transformed the space into a private art collection, beginning one of the most important collections in the world. Explore Renaissance masterpieces and learn the fascinating history behind the collection. At the end, relax in the gallery's terrace café and enjoy an enchanting view of Florence, perfect for unforgettable photos.
Inclusions
What's included
- Priority Entry Tickets
- Ebook guide
- Professional Guide
- Luggage Storage
What's not
- Pick up from/to the Hotel
Itinerary
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most prestigious museums in the world, famous for its impressive collection of Renaissance art. Founded in the 16th century, the gallery was designed by Giorgio Vasari to house the administrative offices of Florence but soon became an art center where the Medici family began to gather their masterpieces. Among the most valuable works in the collection are pieces by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Raphael, and Caravaggio. The famous painting *The Birth of Venus* by Botticelli and *The Annunciation* by Leonardo da Vinci are just a few of the treasures that adorn the museum's walls. In addition to Renaissance masterpieces, the gallery also displays classical sculptures, tapestries, and historical furniture, offering visitors a unique experience of immersion in the history of art. With its prime location on the banks of the Arno River, the Uffizi is a must-see stop for any art lover visiting Florence.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please enter in the office in Via Martelli 33R
- 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
- BARCELONA EXPLORER TOURS
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Florence
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 3255 experiences we list in Florence.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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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