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Florence Highlights 4 hours
The most requested walking tour of Florence, so that you can see main spots. During this tour you will learn about Renaissance, about Medici family, how they came to power and how their family degraded and died out. We will discover how the city developed and changed during centuries.
Meeting Point
Hotel in Florence
Hotel at Florence
Pick-up at the reception
Piazza Republica
The historical center of the city, here you will learn about early stages of Florence development. And you will see how this place changed during the times.
Cathedral Santa Maria Novella
You will find out when and why the Cathedral was build, how long did it take, what are the secret meaning of the Facade and Bell Tower statues and reliefs. We will learn to read the subjects on Baptistery Doors, and find out the History of Brunelleschi and its Dome.
Medici-Riccardi Palace
Here you will learn about governmental regime in Florence and the way how Medici Family came to power. On the way to our next point you will discover how the Renaissance Epoch started, why it was in Florence, and how did it change the life of people.
Dante House and Bargello
Here we will learn abou Guelfs and Ghibellins fightings in Florence and about Tower Houses
Piazza Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio
We will follow the history of Renaissance and Medici till they had to leave Florence. Here we will speak about restoring of Florentine Republic and Return of the Medici. We will discuss and unveil the meanings of the statues on the Square. And for sure we will pay big attention to the copy of Michelangelo's David.
Ponte Vecchio
The Old Bridge is one of the fascinating places in Florence, but do you know its story? Find out how it resisted during the time.
Santa Croce Church
Enjoy the view on another famous Church of Florence and its Square. Feel the atmosphere of Traditional Florentine Football, which takes place on that Square.
Piazzale Michelangelo and Oltrarno
Enjoy the view on the City from the Hill. And find out how the Medici Reign finished.
Ending Point
Depends on how we move and clients request
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pick-up
Some tips about where to eat or shop in Florence
Food and drinks on the way
Entrance tickets to the musuems
Tour Important Information
Be sure your shoes and clothes are comfortable and suitable for the weather.
Keep in mind that we can enter some churches on the way, so your clothes should not be too short and open.
During summer time keep water with you and use sun protection.
Important message from the guide
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
