Loredana A.
Available Areas
Toscana (Living), Livorno, Chianti, Florence, Pisa
Languages
English (Native), Italian (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Loredana A.
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!
Important
Any museum tickets and reservation fees are not included in the cost. Upon booking, I can provide the official museum websites for advance ticket sale.
Tours
The Medici Tour: Medici Palace and Palazzo Vecchio
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.
Michelangelo's David 3-H Walking Tour and Accademia
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.
Masterpieces of the Uffizi 3-hr Tour
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.
Renaissance Architecture at San Lorenzo
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.
The Bargello and Renaissance Sculpture
Discover how Renaissance sculpture broke all the molds. Learn about great masters like Donatello, Ghiberti, Brunelleschi, Michelangelo and others. The itinerary begins with a walking tour, stopping at landmark sites where public competition and commissions triggered artistic genius. Then visit the Bargello and admire original works housed in an impressive medieval structure. Discover the Davids which were the forerunners of Michelangelo’s colossal. Learn about different sculpture techniques.
Florence in a Nutshell: Accademia, Uffizi, and Walking Tour
Jam-packed with art and beautiful sites for travelers on the go! See the must-sees of the city with skip-the-line priority entrance and commentary by a local art historian. Admire the impressive David by Michelangelo, see the monumental Dome of Florence Cathedral, then visit the Uffizi and see works by Leonardo, Raphael, Botticelli and more. Take in stunning views of the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno River. This is the perfect tour for first-time visitors or those with limited time in the city.
Loredana A. Italy Tour Reviews
Michael S.
The Medici Tour: Medici Palace and Palazzo Vecchio
“Medici tour”
Extremely knowledgeable with a background in art history and a native English speaker make her an ideal guide. Highly recommended!!
Loredana A.
(1 reviews)Thank you so much for taking the time to post your review and sharing your experience. It was a pleasure meeting you all.
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