Florence: Half-Day Walking City Tour with Accademia Gallery Private Tour in English
ID: GYG840616-O-1357679
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the birthplace of the Renaissance on a walking tour of Florence. Admire the masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo, and see the famous statue of David.
Discover the highlights of Florence on a half-day walking tour. Admire the masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo, including the famous David located inside the Accademia.
See the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its beautiful dome designed by Brunelleschi, admire the Baptistery and Giotto's Bell Tower. Continuing the walk, arrive in Piazza della Signoria, the center of political life in Florence since the 14th century.
Here, admire Michelangelo's David (the original is located in the Accademia Gallery) positioned in front of Palazzo Vecchio to symbolize the power of the Florentine Republic, the sculptures of Adam and Eve and Hercules and Cacus by Baccio Bandinelli.
See the Fountain of Neptune, Loggia dei Lanzi also called "Loggia della Signoria," a small open-air museum. In its portals, there are various sculptures such as the Rape of the Sabine Women or Perseus with the Head of Medusa.
The tour ends at Ponte Vecchio, one of the symbolic places of Florence, once a meat and fish market, today you can admire the ancient workshops of the masters of Florentine goldsmith art known throughout the world.
Highlights
- Discover the birthplace of the Renaissance on a walking tour of Florence
- Admire the masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo
- See the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and its beautiful dome
- Visit the Accademia Gallery to see the famous statue of David
- Explore the medieval streets and artisan workshops of Florence
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately.
Be prepared for security checks at the Accademia Gallery.
Photography may be restricted in certain areas.
Keep your belongings close, as tourist spots can be crowded.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
