Private Tour of Uffizi Gallery and Santa Croce Basilica

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Private Tour of Uffizi Gallery and Santa Croce Basilica — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

"The Birth of Venus" by Botticelli — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Uffizi Gallery and Basilica of Santa Croce are undoubtedly two of Florence’s must-see attractions. With its breathtaking works by Botticelli, Lippi, Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonardo de Vinci, Caravaggio, and Rembrandt, just to name a few, it’s not hard to see why the Uffizi Gallery is one of Florence’s most popular museums. Yet it’s sheer scale and long lines can leave visitors frustrated and overwhelmed. Not to worry! With our exclusive tour service, your private tour guide will steer you to all the most important works, detailing their individual histories and significance.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Exploro Tours

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Professional tour guide
Included: Admission tickets

Not included

Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi

1 h 30 min Admission included

In this tailor-made tour, your expert English-speaking guide will bring the endless corridors of the most popular museum of Florence to life with enchanting and educating anecdotes about your favorite Renaissance artists, including: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Raphael and others.

There is a lot to see in Florence and because we know your vacation time is limited and precious, we’ve tailored this private tour experience to only 2 hours inside the Uffizi. See the famous paintings and sculptures, adored by millions of visitors, in one of the oldest, most renowned art museums in the world.

Visiting the museums on your own, it could take several hours and the many masterpieces, without the valuable explanations of a tour guide, could easily overwhelm you. Don’t waste your valuable time and risk missing the masterful works you came to see. Let us walk you past the crowds with our VIP skip the line tickets and straight to the highlights crafted by the gifted hands of Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and others.

On this tour you’ll admire the spectacular “The Birth of Venus” painting. Botticelli’s provocative portrayal of the goddess rising from the sea in a giant shell escorted by angels, as well as “Primavera,” the famed portrayal of gods and muses prancing through a garden of rich vegetation. You’ll gaze at the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Rafael with glimpses into other well-known masters, working your way from the Medieval to the Modern Age of Italian art.
Basilica of Santa Croce

one hour Admission included

After exploring this unparalleled collection you’ll venture on to the world’s largest Franciscan church, the Basilica of Santa Croce. The basilica’s interior possesses great artistic wealth with Giotto and Donatello being among its contributors. Yet, Santa Croce is best known for the many talented people buried there, and for whom it has been given the nickname the “Temple of the Glories”. Galileo, Machiavelli and Michelangelo are among its eternal residents. Join us for an unforgettable adventure into the lives and works of some of Florence’s most fascinating characters.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point in front of the copy of Michelangelo's "David" statue in Signoria Square.

The guide will be standing in front of the statue, holding a sign saying: Exploro Tours

End point

Meeting point in front of the copy of Michelangelo's "David" statue in Signoria Square.

The guide will be standing in front of the statue, holding a sign saying: Exploro Tours

Cancellation

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Dress code is smart casual
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starting time. The guide will leave from the meeting point 15 minutes after the tour starting time. In case of delay beyond 15 minutes, no refund will be given.
Children 0 - 17 tickets are free - EU citizen 18-25 tickets cost is € 2,00