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Discover Florence Private Walking Tour

5.0 (12 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Discover Florence Private Walking Tour

About this activity

Looking for the perfect walk in Florence? Your expert guide leads you through the city’s most iconic landmarks, sharing engaging stories that are both fun and insightful.

Forget boring lectures; we blend history and art into a lively experience. Starting in the Roman heart of Piazza della Repubblica, we’ll marvel at the Duomo’s engineering before exploring the Medici district at San Lorenzo and Palazzo Medici Riccardi.

We’ll trace medieval roots at the Bargello and the majestic Santa Croce, then step into the "open-air museum" of Piazza della Signoria. After strolling past the world-famous Uffizi Gallery, we’ll cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio and conclude before the grand scale of Palazzo Pitti.

You’ll hear about Michelangelo and the Medici, seeing every landmark without the museum lines. Your outdoor-only approach gives you the perfect taste of Florence with a storytelling style that keeps you entertained throughout the journey!

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Viva Charlie Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private tour guide

Not included

  • Not included: Meals

Itinerary

  1. Piazza Della Repubblica

    10 min

    Piazza della Repubblica: Start in the city’s Roman heart. Once the site of the ancient forum, it is now a elegant square famous for its historic cafés and grand triumphal arch.

  2. Piazza Del Duomo

    15 min

    The Duomo: Marvel at the green and white marble facade of Santa Maria del Fiore. We’ll discuss the engineering genius of Brunelleschi’s Dome from the best vantage points in the square.

  3. Piazza di San Lorenzo

    15 min

    Step into the vibrant heart of the Medici family’s legacy. We’ll admire the rugged, unfinished facade of the Basilica of San Lorenzo while uncovering the history of the powerful dynasty that transformed Florence. From the bustling square, you'll learn about the hidden gems within the Medici Chapels and the architectural evolution of one of the city's oldest and most influential districts.

  4. Palazzo Medici Riccardi

    Passing by

    Behold the birthplace of the Renaissance palace. We’ll admire the striking contrast of the rusticated stone facade and learn how this fortress-like residence became the ultimate blueprint for noble living in 15th-century Florence. Standing outside its massive gates, we’ll trace the footsteps of Cosimo the Elder and Lorenzo the Magnificent in the very spot where the Medici golden age began.

  5. Museo Nazionale del Bargello

    Passing by

    Gaze upon the crenelated towers of the Bargello, Florence’s oldest public building. Originally a medieval fortress and prison, the rugged stone of the Bargello Palace now stands as a temple of Renaissance sculpture. From the historic courtyard, we’ll dive into its dark past as the city’s headquarters of justice and admire its transition from a defensive stronghold to a treasure trove of art.

  6. Piazza di Santa Croce

    15 min

    Santa Croce square: Conclude at the "Temple of Italian Glories," the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli, known for its stunning Gothic architecture.

  7. Piazza della Signoria

    15 min

    Piazza della Signoria: Explore this "open-air sculpture gallery." Stand before the replica of Michelangelo’s David and the imposing Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Florentine power.

  8. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi

    Passing by

    Uffizi Gallery (Exterior): Walk through the grand Uffizi courtyard, admiring the statues of Great Florentines that line the portico of one of the world’s oldest museums.

  9. Ponte Vecchio

    10 min

    Stroll across the iconic arches of Ponte Vecchio, the oldest and most famous bridge in Florence. We’ll admire the glimmering gold and jewelry shop windows that have lined this historic crossing for centuries and discuss the secret Vasari Corridor that runs hidden above our heads. From the central balcony of Ponte Vecchio, you’ll capture the most breathtaking views of the Arno river and learn how this medieval structure survived the floods and wars of history.

  10. Palazzo Pitti

    Passing by

    Cross the Arno to witness the sheer scale of Palazzo Pitti, the final and most grand residence of the Medici Grand Dukes. We’ll admire the rhythmic, golden-stone arches of its immense facade and discuss how this monumental palace became a symbol of absolute power. From the vast sloping square, you’ll discover how Palazzo Pitti served as the gateway to the Boboli Gardens and the center of courtly life in Renaissance Florence.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Piazza della Repubblica, beside the Column of Abundance, next to the merry-go-round

End point

  • Piazza Santa Croce.

Pickup points

Piazza della Repubblica, beside the Column of Abundance, next to the merry-go-round

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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