Cathedral and Baptistery

Enjoying a Renaissance fresco - 1485

Walking in the back street.

Happy people on the bridge.

Geography class.

Curiosities of Florence.

Piazza Santa Maria Novella - Meeting Point

Smart Florence Highlights

Art, Culture, & Historical

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Chiara M.

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Florence

English, Italian (Native), Spanish

2 hours

Private tour (only you and Chiara M.)

Up to 15 people

Make the most of your time to discover the history, culture and curiosities of the city rightly defined as the “Cradle of the Renaissance”. Palaces of noble families, centuries-old churches, medieval alleys and squares that are real open-air museums.

Go further, straight to the soul of this fascinating city. A walk of only two hours in which you will have the opportunity to discover the city, which for centuries has been a cultural center for artists and travelers from all over the world.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Piazza Santa Maria Novella - in front of the church.

09:00 AM

Piazza Santa Maria Novella - in front of the church.

The starting point is Piazza Santa Maria Novella, in the immediate vicinity of the railway station. The Basilica of SMN is a jewel of Gothic architecture with the only Renaissance marble facade, a masterpiece by Leon Battista Alberti, completed in the second half of the 15th century and a testimony to the greatness of the theories of Filippo Brunelleschi, architect and father of the Renaissance.

09:20 AM

Palazzo Strozzi

Palazzo Strozzi, a perfect example of Renaissance architecture. We'll step into the 15th Century courtyard and be surpriesed by its geometrical proprotions.

09:30 AM

Former Jewish Ghetto

We'll see the ancient Jewish quarter left after the 19th Century restyling works that have turned the center of Florence, from a medieval town into a modern city.

09:50 AM

Duomo and Baptistery

We arrive in the religious center of the city where, majestic and perfect, we will be fascinated by the view of the Baptistery, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the recognizable Brunelleschi's Dome; five centuries of history and art in just one square!

10:10 AM

Dante's House

Discover “the city of the towers”, the Florence of a past world, a journey through time between the Middle Ages, the nineteenth-century city and the contemporary city. Dante Alighieri is considered the "Father of Italian language", he was born in Florence in 1266 and wrote the "Divine Commedy".

10:40 AM

Piazza della Signoria

Piazza della Signoria, a true city museum with Palazzo della Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio), the Statue of Neptune and a copy of Michelangelo's David. Very impressive is the Loggia dei Lanzi, the first open-air museum ever!

11:00 AM

Ponte Vecchio

The walk ends on Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge of Florence, built more the 2000 years ago. It is one of the most popular symbols of the city and famous because of its hisoriacal gold shops.

From Ponte Vecchio we will enjoy one of the gratest views of Florence by the river.

Ending Point

Ponte Vecchio

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Licensed and experienced Tour Guide

Headsets if needed

Coffeè

What‘s not included

Transportation fee

Private pick up at the hotel

Gratuities.

Tour Important Information

- Wear comfortable shoes

- No high heels

- Approx 1,7 km of walk.

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you for a Wine Tour in Chianti if you pay for the minivan fee. Min 2 people - Max 8 people.

Full Day or Half Day.

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

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Chiara M.

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About Tour Guide Chiara M.

I've been working as tour guide for 14 years and I have a deep knowledge about the city of Florence (where I live) and Tuscany state. Florence is an open-air museum and I can take you back in time walking along its medieval alleyways and hidden little squares.

A Licensed tour guide is of course an added value to your stay in Florence because you will learn so much in a little time.

Moreover, you have the chance to discover neighborhoods out from the tourist area and taste local and traditional food and Wines at the local market.

I am very well experienced so I can also customize personal and private Itineraries both in town and in the country side: wine tours, olive oil and cheese tasting, medieval villages, for individuals and small groups up to 8 people.

Best Regards

Chiara