Florence Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

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Popular Florence Private Tours

The Medici Tour: Medici Palace and Palazzo Vecchio

Florence
3 hours

Step inside the world of the Medici family and hear fascinating stories of murderous plots and political intrigue. Dominating the city's politics, society, and cultural life for over 300 years, the Medici helped to transform Florence into the Cradle of the Renaissance. Learn how this family of merchants from the countryside became wealthy and powerful bankers and then went on to take over not just Florence, but all of Tuscany, becoming grand dukes. Learn how their patronage rocked the art world.

FROM$350/ per group
Loredana A.
5.00(1) reviews

Secrets of Renaissance Florence Tour

Florence
3 hours

Whether it’s your first visit to Florence or you’re coming back to see old friends (Michelangelo, Leonardo, etc..) this is a great opportunity to see the main historical and architectural sites of Medieval and Renaissance Florence. Together we can make our way through the side streets of the city center where we come across true masterpieces of art and architecture literally hiding in plain view of the visitor. Florence is an open-air museum just waiting to be revealed.

FROM$299/ per group
Manolis T.
5.00(2) reviews

Ugly Renaissance - half day tour

Florence
2 hours 30 min

If you are passionate about dark stories, this tour is definitely for you. Crimes, passions and intrigues, murders and poisonings, prostitution and homosexuality, ghosts and public executions. Today, we see the beauty of the renaissance, and we idealize this period of history. But ours Michelangelo and Leonardo walked the streets full of violence and superstition. Discover it with me.

FROM$200/ per group
Joanna C.
5.00(2) reviews

Florence heart in 2 hours

Florence
2 hours

This a short 2 hour walking tour around Florence City Center. During this tour you will enjoy the brightest sightseeings of Florence as Cathedral Santa-Maria-del-Fiore, Republic Square, Signoria Square with Town hall and various statues on it, including the copy of Michelangelo's David. You will discover, who were the Medici, what Renaissance was and why this period was so important. A quick tour to feel the atmosphere of Florence and understand its importance for European history.

FROM$100/ per group
Eva G.

Masterpieces of the Uffizi 3-hr Tour

Florence
3 hours

Not your average tour with boring facts and dates, but a dive into the world of Renaissance Florence. See treasures by Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael, Botticelli, and more with an Art Historian. Hear all the intriguing stories and discover the meanings behind the works. Join me for a truly memorable visual experience through one of the world’s oldest museums. Leave the guide book at home and let me lead the way.

FROM$350/ per group
Loredana A.
5.00(1) reviews

Michelangelo's David 3-H Walking Tour and Accademia

Florence
3 hours

So what's the big deal over the David? Walk through amazing sites and beautiful piazzas as I tell the fascinating tales of Michelangelo’s life and prolific career. Then see the David at the Accademia along with unfinished works still bearing the marks of Michelangelo's chisel. Hear the story of how an abandoned block of marble was transformed into a wonder of artistic genius and how the statue transformed its creator into one of the greatest artists of all time.

FROM$320/ per group
Loredana A.
5.00(1) reviews

Highlights of Florence and Michelangelo's David

Florence
3 hours

This walking tour is perfect to experience the highlights of Florence with the help of your local tour guide. The tour will start with skipping the line at the Accademy Gallery to see the original statue of David by Michelangelo and will proceed exploring the highlights of the city centre. You will walk the city to see and learn about the Dome of Brunelleschi, the Gate of Paradise, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Vasari Corridor, and much more. It sounds like a great welcome to Florence!

FROM$350/ per group
Virginia P.

Renaissance Architecture at San Lorenzo

Florence
2 hours

Lofty arches, harmonious spaces, and imposing domes. Experience architectural wonders of Brunelleschi and Michelangelo with an Art Historian. At San Lorenzo Basilica discover how an ancient Roman architect inspired Brunelleschi to design the first Renaissance church. Then at the Medici Chapels see how Michelangelo broke the rules where architecture and sculpture are fused together for a dramatic effect. Learn how the Medici made it possible and how they ultimately caused Michelangelo to flee.

FROM$250/ per group
Loredana A.
5.00(1) reviews

Popular Florence Tour Guides

Manolis T.

5.00(2) reviews
Italy

Greetings, I'm a professional tour guide working in Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Livorno. I'm equally happy to work in English, French and Italian. I run in-person tours in Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Livorno. I also run Live Streaming Tours of the same destinations, lasting about 1 hour. If you wish to customize any given tour, feel free to contact me at your convenience. I look forward to hearing from you.

Joanna C.

5.00(2) reviews
Italy

Hello! I'm Joanna, I was born and raised in Poland but since 2004 I have lived in Florence. I'm a tour guide in this stunning city but also in Siena, Pisa and San Gimignano. I would like to offer you some tours "off the beaten path" to enjoy and discover Florence differently. I'm especially passionate about symbols, hidden meanings and dark stories. I quite enjoy working with older kids, let's say from 8 years old. They have always some difficult questions for me... In my free time, I love hiking, visiting new places and writing on my blog about Tuscany. I speak English, French, Italian, and obviously Polish. Feel free to contact me for any question.

Mila L.

Italy

Hi! I am a licensed Tour Guide of Florence and its district, with a M.A. in English and French Literatureo. I have been working for over 30 years in Tourism, also as an International Tour Manager, organizing and guiding customized tours for English and Spanish speaking guests. All my tours are private and LGBTQ friendly. It would be fantastic to become one of your guides.

Loredana A.

5.00(1) reviews
Italy

Hi, I am an American living in Florence. I moved to Italy as a grad student for a Master's Degree in Art History, ...and I've been here now for over 20 years. What's kept me here is my passion for art and the beauty of the city's incredible sights. I love showing visitors all the wondrous places around town and telling fascinating tales about Florence's history, culture, and art. I like to think of those who follow my guided tours as inquisitive travelers, and not simply tourists. I bring into my tours my years of experience as a guide as well as my experience as an instructor of Art History. A tour must be engaging, entertaining, and informative at the same time to really spark interest. Most times it is the stories behind the works and the anecdotes that make the tour memorable. So join me for an unforgettable Florence experience and leave the heavy guide books at home. Let me lead the way to all the great sites and sights! Check out my tours and my blog posts at the bottom of the page for some tour ideas. I can customize tours and itineraries to best suit your interests. Feel free to contact me so I can design a tour or organize a shore excursion from Livorno to Florence just for you. Hope to see you soon in Florence!

Eva G.

Italy

Hi, I'm Eva! I've been living in Florence since 2012 and I've become a professional licensed tour guide in 2016, since then I did a lot of private tours around Florence and in Tuscany, working with families and small groups of friends. I'm still very curious and constantly learning new things about local history and artists, and Florence always gives you an opportunity to discover something interesting. I'm in love with my city and I live quite an active life, so I can tell you a lot of things not only about history, but also about modern life of Florence. During pandemic period I have finished the Wine Courses, so now I'm also professional sommelier, working in wine industry, and I can share my experience with you. We also have a nice wine cellar in the city center, where you can join one of our wine-tasting evenings. My concept of exploring Italy is doing it with taste and style. So during our tour we will have no rush and you will have an opportunity to really enjoy Italian style of life. Yes, I give a lot of historical information, but I'm very flexible and I always put your needs and wishes at the first place. So every tour is adopted to the client's preferences.

Simona T.

Italy

I started riding by chance when I was about 20, I never stopped and enjoyed show jumping, cross country and the country trail riding with my horses. Today it is my life and I share my experience and my emotions on horseback with my guests and in the beauty, the history and the flavors of the Tuscan hilly countryside surrounding Florence.

Christiane A.

Italy

I am a licensed Tour guide of Florence since 2007 and have been showing the amazing sights to visitors from all over the world with humor and enthusiasm. The guests discover the secrets of Florence with me that only an insider can know and they will enjoy the experience of stories, food, art, culture, and flavor of this unique and exciting city – Florence. I love the opportunity to create my personal private customized tours just for you

Roberto D.

Italy

Hello there, I would love to show you Italy and provide our travel services and tours to you. Personally I am not a guide, I am a professional driver, and I would be happy to drive you to the amazing Amalfi Coast! With my Tour Company, we have been providing tours everywhere in Italy since 2014. All our tours are provided in English. Upon a special request, we may be able to arrange a private tour in another language. If you wish to know more, please do not hesitate to ask me. Thanks in advance for your time and cooperation.

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Whether it’s your first time to Florence or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Florence has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Florence tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that. There is so much to see and do in Florence, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.

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