Overview
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the stunning Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
• See the Signoria Square with its replica of the Michelangelo’s David
• Walk over the famous Old Bridge
• Learn from a professional guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures
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Join an amazing journey through the most famous squares and streets of Florence with and informative, friendly, and engaging guide. Walk to the stunning Florence Duomo, the Old Bridge, and the Signoria Square with its replica of Michelangelo’s David.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Officially Certified Guide
Radio System to hear the Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
No Entrance tickets to the walking tour as it is operated from the outside of the attractions
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please be present in front of the Hard Rock Cafe, 15 minutes before departure in order to avoid any delays.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
The entrance tickets/ vouchers will be delivered by the guide or our representative at the meeting point prior to the start of the tour.
Please follow the instructions to the meeting point as on the voucher.
What to expect
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Piazza della Repubblica
15 min
From the point of the meeting, the guide will give you an insight of the history of this Renaissance city and how this incredible cultural movement of the Renaissance transformed not only Florence but eventually the rest of Europe.
The guide will start off with Piazza Della Republica, the main square of Florence that marks the center of the City. After a little talk of history & the changes of Piazza Republica since its origin, you will walk straight to the marvelous piece of art, the Piazza Della Duomo. A showstopper of Filippo Brunelleschi, Giotto, Arnolfo & Francesco Talenti. -
Piazza del Duomo
15 min
Walk passing the Duomo Square the guide will lead you straight through the old buildings and some of the historical landmarks of Florence to Palazzo Vecchio, where the David’s’ sculpture (the original is in the Galleria dell'Accademia) by Michelangelo is placed outside the Palazzo Vecchio as a symbol of the Republic's defiance of the tyrannical Medici.
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Ponte Vecchio
15 min
Afterward, as you walk past the Palazzo Vecchio, the guide will explain you about the Uffizi Gallery, one of the greatest museums of the world, and then you will reach the most famous old bridge of Florence known as “Ponte Vecchio”.
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Palazzo Pitti
30 min
Your next stop is Palazzo Pitti, the enormous palace of Florence's largest architectural monuments of Filippo Brunelleschi and the household of the Pitti Family, later of the Medicis’.
The tour takes about two hours, enough time to help you understand the uniqueness and beauty of Florence city.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about A Guided Walking Tour to discover the sightseeing of Florence
Can I cancel A Guided Walking Tour to discover the sightseeing of Florence for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
Please be present in front of the Hard Rock Cafe, 15 minutes before departure in order to avoid any delays.
What's included?
- Officially Certified Guide
- Radio System to hear the Guide
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- No Entrance tickets to the walking tour as it is operated from the outside of the attractions
Which places does it visit?
It visits Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza del Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Operated by Star Florence
