Things to Do in Florence
• Admire Michelangelo’s *David*, the Hall of the Colossus, and other Renaissance masterpieces.
• Explore Europe’s oldest art-school-turned-museum at your own pace with full-day access.
• Enjoy the most budget-friendly way to experience Florence’s art scene hassle-free.
• Upgrade with an audio guide or a digital guidebook or a guided tour for deeper insights and stories. Else, choose the option to enter the gallery at any time between 9am and 5pm.
Discover Hidden Treasures and Stories of Florence!
Get ready to be fascinated and immersed in an incredible STORYTELLING of Florence's history.
We won't just provide you with dry facts; we'll bring the past to life with vivid and engaging narratives.
Our guides are GENUINE LOCALS and they will show you the city like no one else can, offering a truly unique perspective. You'll discover hidden spots that often go unnoticed by tourists, allowing you to immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of the city, away from the typical tourist routes.
Believe us: this is a special and unique way to explore the city.
As we walk through the city, we'll share fascinating stories spanning three centuries. We'll talk about the Medici family and the great artists of this city, and their incredible works that still amaze and captivate us centuries later. This tour is not a boring lecture! We've made it enjoyable and relaxed, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the history of Florence.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join our tour!
Booking is completely free. Reserve your spot now!
• Enjoy the freedom of discovering the gallery without the structure of a fixed tour—pure, self-led immersion in Italy’s artistic heart.
• Marvel at Renaissance icons like Botticelli’s *The Birth of Venus*, da Vinci’s early sketches, Michelangelo’s works, and Caravaggio’s gripping *Medusa*.
• Want more? Upgrade for host-assisted entry, a guided tour for expert insights, or an audio guide to learn as you wander. Alternatively, choose the digital guidebook for easy reference at your fingertips.
Welcome to the free walking tour of the real Florence, a complete tour of the main landmarks of the cradle of renaissance. A tour made by only certified and expert florentine guides, delivering a friendly tour, will introduce the city to you.
You will learn about art, Medici family, history, food, anecdotes, secrets and culture of Florence; with tips about the city, restaurants, museums, night life, told from the perspective of a local.
The meeting point is in Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, very close to the main train station.
Then we will walk through the beautiful streets and squares of one of the most iconic cities of the world.
The route is:
- MEDICI CHAPEL
- SAN LORENZO MARKET
- MEDICI RICCARDI PALACE
- SAN LORENZO CHURCH
- DUOMO CATHEDRAL
- THE BAPTISTERY
- REPUBBLICA SQUARE ORSANMICHELE CHURCH
- PORCELLINO -SIGNORIA SQUARE
- UFFIZI(EXTERNAL) -PONTE VECCHIO
- SANTA CROCE SQUARE
• Explore the Pitti Palace’s top galleries, including the Palatine Gallery, Modern Art, Treasury, Costume Museum, and Royal Apartments.
• Wander through the Boboli and Bardini Gardens, masterpieces of Italian landscaping, and visit the hidden Porcelain Museum.
• Enjoy the most flexible, budget-friendly all-access pass, letting you explore both palace and gardens at your own pace.
• Make the most of your visit—add an audio guide for on-demand insights or a guided tour linking the palace’s grand halls with the Boboli Gardens’ design and symbolism.
*This tour is the complementary sibling of the tour The Dark Side of Florence, Mysteries and Legends.
Click on the blue link and book both free tours to get the full experience!
ESSENTIAL FLORENCE
Are you fascinated by the city of Florence? Would you like to discover its astounding history and culture? If you're looking for a fun and engaging way to explore Florence, then look no further than this tour!
Here we'll share with you all the secrets of this breathtaking city. We take you on a journey of Florence's most mind-blowing stories, hidden gems and unheard anecdotes from the city's extraordinary past, all told by the most charismatic storytellers. The experience is guaranteed to leave you with an unforgettable insight into the heart of the city and will leave you longing to return for more!
What should you visit in Florence? How did the Renaissance change the world? Why did this Italian region give birth to many geniuses like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci or Galileo? How did the Medici family become such a powerful dynasty? Which were their secrets and intricacies?
These are just some of the questions we will try to answer on this exciting tour through the most famous streets of Florence. Our expert and friendly guide will provide you with lots of knowledge and special tips, such as food and leather recommendations, rooftops with stunning views…) to help you enjoy Florence to the fullest.
The tour covers the main historical sights of the city, such as San Lorenzo Square and Church, Palazzo Medici, Duomo square and Cathedral complex (Baptistery, Dome, Bell Tower), Dante Neighborhood, Signoria Square, Loggia de’ Lanzi, Palazzo Vecchio, The outside of the Uffizi Gallery and The Ponte Vecchio. Besides, you'll also get to explore some hidden corners along the way, curiosities and treasures that you won't see in any other tour.
What are you waiting for? Book now and immerse yourself in this thrilling adventure and let yourself be transported back in time through storytelling at its best!
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* Are you up for more? Book also our complementary free tour: The Dark Side of Florence, Mysteries and Legends
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Mandatory audio systems
Due to local municipal regulations, the use of an audio system is mandatory for this tour. You can rent your equipment at the meeting point for €1.50 (card payment only). For your personal comfort, you are welcome to bring your own earphones, provided they have a standard round jack plug.
Gratuities
Please note the audio rental is card-only. Regarding tips for your guide, your generosity is what keeps our tours running! We happily accept them in cash or by card, whichever you prefer:)
• Explore the Cathedral’s Gothic interiors, the Baptistery’s mosaics to Giotto’s Bell Tower and Opera Museum’s masterpieces.
• With 3-day validity and an included audio guide, you’re free to explore at your own pace, no back-to-back time crunches, just smart sightseeing.
• Upgrade to get an exclusive tour of the Secret Terraces from an English-speaking expert sharing legends of artistic rivalries or opt for a comprehensive tour of the Duomo Complex.
This tour is the complementary sibling of our main tour ESSENTIAL Florence with the best STORYTELLERS, Renaissance and Medici Tales.
Click on the blue link and book both free tours to get the full experience!
THE DARK SIDE OF FLORENCE, MYSTERIES AND LEGENDS
In this tour, we’ll show you the hidden and ghoulish side of Florence, with stories of ghosts, murders, betrayals, and curiosities that go beyond the typical history of the city.
Have you ever heard about the Monster of Florence, one of the bloodiest serial killers? Are you curious about florentine superstitions, conspiracies, unexplained things, saints, miracles, or tortures? If so, this is the tour for you.
*We just warn that some topics may hurt some sensitivities and may not be suitable for the public under 18.
Come with us and discover the side of Florence that doesn’t appear in tourist guides, so disturbing, lurid, and unsettling that will make you have a sleepless night. ha ha ha
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* Are you up for more? Book also our MAIN TOUR, which is the perfect complement to this experience: ESSENTIAL Florence with the best STORYTELLERS, Renaissance and Medici Tales
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Mandatory Audio System: Due to local municipal regulations, the use of an audio system is mandatory for this tour. You can rent your equipment at the meeting point for €1.20 (card payment only). For your personal comfort, you are welcome to bring your own earphones, provided they have a standard round jack plug.
Gratuities: Please note the audio rental is card-only. Regarding tips for your guide, your generosity is what keeps our tours running! We happily accept them in cash or by card, whichever you prefer:)
• Discover how this former art school became one of Florence’s most iconic museums.
• Explore seven halls of Renaissance art and see Michelangelo’s legendary *David*.
• Hear captivating stories and insights about the artists and their masterpieces.
• Enjoy an affordable, top-rated guided tour in your preferred language (English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and German).
Join us for a trip on foot that begins in the luxury of Palazzo Strozzi, where we will also discover a charming "wine window" (buchetta del vino), a unique Florentine tradition! We will then continue among the glittering fashion boutiques on Via Tornabuoni. We will leave the glamour for the river, admiring the perfect perspective from the Santa Trinita Bridge before unveiling the gold and mysteries of the famous Ponte Vecchio and the suspended secret of the Vasari Corridor. A total immersion in pure art awaits you: we will stop in front of the legendary Uffizi Gallery and feel at the center of political power in Piazza della Signoria, dominated by the majestic Palazzo Vecchio and its statues. We will retrace the steps of the Supreme Poet at the Dante Alighieri House before looking up to the sky in the magnificent Piazza del Duomo, admiring the might of the Bell Tower and the Baptistery. We will conclude our Florentine tour between the elegance of Piazza della Repubblica and the superstitious tradition of the popular "Piglet Market" (Mercato del Porcellino) to ensure that luck brings you back here soon.
• From Vasari’s dazzling frescoes to Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, hear the stories behind the marvels as you explore at your own pace.
• Want more? Upgrade your ticket. Add a Brunelleschi Dome climb for unbeatable views over Florence, or choose the express guided tour in English to get insider insights from a local expert.
Florence in Oltrarno at Sunset
Let yourself be captivated by the magic of Oltrarno at sunset, an off-the-beaten-path tour to discover the true soul of the city. Join us on a journey full of neighborhood stories, iconic architecture, and unforgettable views.
"Florence at Sunset" is our 6:00 PM tour through Oltrarno, the most genuine area on the other side of the river. For two hours, you will discover the artisan and less touristy soul of the city, a vibrant neighborhood full of workshops, bistros, and the epicenter of authentic Florentine nightlife.
Groups are welcome! If your group is larger, please contact us in advance. We can also try to arrange an exclusive tour guide just for you!
Our tour guide will be waiting ten minutes before the start of the tour. You will recognize our tour guide by the small Florence flag with the red lily.
On this guided tour of the Medici Chapels, you'll discover the legacy and grandeur of one of the most influential families in Italy. Join us!
• Leisurely explore the epicenter of Florentine republic at the Hall of the Five Hundred and the Medici apartments on the upper floors.
• Upgrade your experience to add a multilingual audio guide and get historically-rich commentaries on the museum’s exhibits in your preferred language.
• You can also opt for an English guided tour and get an expert’s deeper insights into the palace’s frescoed chambers and gilded courtyards.
The Palatine Gallery; journey into the magnificence and splendor of the grand dukes of Tuscany . Welcome to the Medici court
An evocative itinerary in the splendid rooms of Palazzo Pitti defined as the " Florentine Versailles" full of furnishings and decorations, the last seat of the enlightened Medici dynasty, a family that lived the last 150 years of its existence in unbridled luxury, as was usual at the time , which at the same time announced its slow and inexorable decline. Together we will pass through the sumptuous and sumptuous apartments of an era that marked a lifestyle dedicated to magnificence.
We will meet characters such as Cosimo II, disciple and friend of Galileo Galilei, Ferdinand II, a man of culture and science, but also Cosimo III, a bigoted man with no personality, or Giangastone, both incapable of governing and giving new impetus to the already ruinous Tuscan economy. We will have the opportunity to admire 8 fantastic paintings by the great Raphael. In such final desolation, however, the family's desire to amaze the world emerges with an incredible collection of paintings and statues of inestimable value capable of still fascinating thousands of visitors today, which makes the Palatine Gallery a unique museum in the world. Don't miss this opportunity.
- Minimum number of participants 5
- Walkers are asked to obtain the entrance ticket in advance (it is advisable to book on public holidays)
- 3 If you have booked the tour, if you wish to cancel it, please do so no later than 24 hours before the start of the tour. Thank you for your presence.
