Florence heart in 2 hours
Joined 2022
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.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel
Hotel at Florence
Pick up at your Hotel
Piazza della Reppublica
The foundation of Florence and rests of Roman city.
Florentine Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore
The history of construction, details of the Baptistery Doors, Cathedral, Dome, Bell Tower. Introduction into Renaissance.
Palazzo Medici-Riccardi
Story of Medici family and their rise to power.
Sant Lawrence Church
The character of Cosimo the Elder, the head of the Medici Clan. Tomb of Cosimo the Elder and their Church of St.Lawrence.
House of Dante
The story of Guelfs and Ghibellins struggle in the city, details of everyday life during Dante's time.
Piazza della Signoria
One of the most fascinating squares of Florence with a number of statues and the Town Hall. We will discover all interesting facts about David of Michelangelo and we will see how Medici Rule changed with the ascend to power of Cosimo the I.
Ponte Vecchio
A wonderful view on the Old Bridge along with the story of bridges and floods in Florence.
Ending Point
At your Hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, pick-up at the hotel
Drinks and Food on the way, museum tickets
Tour Important Information
The tour can start at any hour of the day.
During summer time try to choose or morning hours or evening hours in order to avoid the heat.
Bring water with you in summer time and warm clothed during winter (as we have some windy areas in the city)
Important message from the supplier
I also do tours in other Tuscany cities like Siena, Pisa and Lucca.
I do wine tastings in Florence and in the wineries on request.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Eva G.
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.
Reviews
“Eva was a delightful, knowledgeable, flexible and reliable.”
We were three Canadian adults who spent a full da with Eva on a walking tour of Florence highlights. She met us punctually at our B&B and gave us an overview of the day. We visited two museums, had lunch at a local restaurant and answered many questions about history and modern life in Florence. She provided good advice for shopping and other tours such as food tours available. Eva is a sommelier.
Eva G.
Thank you, Mary Lou! It was also my pleasure to meet you and your two beautiful daughters! I hope you had a great time in Abruzzo! And I hope you will come again to discover small treasures of Italy! Eva
$140/ per group
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