See some of the most significant architectural and artistic treasure of Florence without being herded around in a large, impersonal group. Join a tour designed for selective travelers who want to contribute positively to the places they visit.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, Russian
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy an intimate experience of Florence's most popular sites
- Learn about the incredible history of Florence and its famed sites and monuments
- Enjoy a delicious Florentine gelato
- Explore the gorgeous interior of the Basilica of Santa Croce and visit the tombs of some of Florence's greats
Full description
Enjoy an intimate experience without paying a fortune for a private tour on this informative and original walking tour. Join a small group of maximum 10 people to wander the streets of Florence while learning about the city's unique history and artistic and architectural heritage.
Learn about the city’s origins, the construction of the Duomo and its famous dome, and the lives of the extraordinary historical figures of Florence. Stroll through the impressive Piazza della Signoria with the towering Palazzo Vecchio and take in a gorgeous view of the famous Ponte Vecchio. The tour culminates with a guided visit inside the Basilica of Santa Croce to admire the beautiful frescoes, sculptures, and tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, and others.
Your carefully-tailored experience of Florentine culture and history passes through Via de’ Martelli, the Duomo Square, Piazza della Repubblica, Orsanmichele, Perchè No Gelato in via dei Tavolini (where you can refresh yourself with a gelato), Piazza della Signoria and view of Ponte Vecchio, Via dei Leoni (passing Galileo museum), Borgo dei Greci with a detour to pass the former site of Michelangelo’s house in Via de’ Bentaccordi, Via dell’Anguillara, and finally Santa Croce Basilica.
Besides respecting the sites you visit by traveling in a small group and keeping numbers manageable in typically overcrowded places, your participation in this tour directly benefits the artistic heritage of Florence. Enjoy knowing that part of the proceeds from your tour will be donated to organizations dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the works of art and cultural sites visited on our tours.
Includes
- 2.5-hour guided walking tour with an expert guide
- Radios and headsets
- Bottle of water or gelato
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Passport or ID card for children
Not allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- You must cover your knees and shoulders to visit Santa Croce
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts
