Treasures of Florence: Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover Florence’s Renaissance wonders on this guided walking tour through the city’s most iconic landmarks. Begin at San Lorenzo, one of the city’s oldest districts, rich with markets and Medici history. Continue to Piazza del Duomo to admire the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of St. John with its golden “Gates of Paradise.” Stroll into Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum of Renaissance sculpture, where the Palazzo Vecchio dominates the square. Cross the medieval Ponte Vecchio, lined with historic jewelry shops, before ending at the lively Piazza della Repubblica, a symbol of Florence’s rebirth. Along the way, your guide will share stories of the Medici family, Renaissance artists, and traditions that made Florence the cradle of the Renaissance. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour offers a rich introduction to the city in just a few hours.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We will meet by the column in the middle of the square next to the carrousel

Language Offered

Arabic-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. San Lorenzo
Explore the vibrant and historic San Lorenzo neighborhood, one of Florence’s most fascinating districts, witnesed the rise of the Medici family, bustling markets, and architectural wonders taking you through the heart of local life.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Piazza Del Duomo
The stunning centerpiece of Florence, home to the city’s most iconic landmarks. with the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, crowned by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower with its intricate Gothic design, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni, adorned with gilded bronze "Gates of Paradise." A masterpiece of Romanesque; Gothic; and Renaissance art and architecture, offering breathtaking views and a profound connection to Florence’s rich cultural heritage.
Duration: 25 mins
3. Piazza della Signoria
Stroll through this open-air museum, featuring statues like the replica of Michelangelo’s David and the Fountain of Neptune. Learn about Florence’s political history and the powerful Medici family. Walk through this open-air museum, home to stunning sculptures, including a replica of Michelangelo’s David and the majestic Fountain of Neptune. Learn about the political power struggles that shaped Florence’s history.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Ponte Vecchio
Walk across Florence’s oldest and most picturesque bridge, lined with historic goldsmith shops, and hear tales of its unique history. Florence’s most famous bridge, steeped in legend and lore. Hear tales of its transformation from a meat market to a hub for jewelers, and uncover the secrets of the Vasari Corridor—a passageway used for clandestine affairs and strategic escape.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Piazza Della Repubblica
Piazza della Repubblica is a vibrant and elegant square at the heart of Florence, blending its rich history with a modern, lively atmosphere. Once the site of the ancient Roman forum, this iconic piazza has evolved over centuries to become a hub of culture, leisure, and activity.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

High quality audio system to listen to the guide perfectly

Semi-private guided walking tour (small group, max 8 people)

Licensed local guide with expert commentary

Special discount on all of the tours in FLorence and Tuscany

Personal attention for every single participant in the tour

Exclusion

Entrance fees to monuments/museums (tour is outdoors)

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Roseway Tours

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