Florence · Renaissance · Walking tour
A Florence city tour through the historic centre of the Renaissance capital — Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria — at the pace a local would take.
DURATION
Approx. 3 hours
GROUP
2 to 6 people
LANGUAGES
English · IT · PT on request
PACE
Easy walking
Starting at
total · 2 people
About this journey
A Florence city tour is the most beautiful way to discover the city that invented the Renaissance. Walk through the historic centre and meet the monuments that made Florence a global icon of art and culture — properly explained, properly experienced.
Be enchanted by the imposing Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo), admire the beauty of Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery of St. John. Walk through the vibrant Piazza della Signoria, see the exterior of the celebrated Uffizi Gallery, cross the charming Ponte Vecchio and close at the elegant Piazza della Repubblica.
A walk that brings together history, art and unforgettable landscapes — perfect for travellers who want to feel Florence in its essence. The Renaissance, on foot, at the rhythm it deserves.
What you’ll experience
Santa Maria del Fiore — Brunelleschi's impossible dome, Giotto's bell tower and the octagonal Baptistery. Three masterpieces in one piazza.
Florence's outdoor sculpture museum. Michelangelo's David (a copy of the original), the Loggia dei Lanzi, and the Palazzo Vecchio that ruled the Medici Florence.
We walk past one of the world's greatest galleries — built in 1580 to house the Medici offices, now home to Botticelli, Leonardo and Caravaggio.
Florence's oldest bridge — the only one Hitler spared in 1944. Goldsmiths' shops still line both sides as they have for 500 years.
The elegant square of cafés, carousel and the historic Caffè Gilli. Where Florentines come for an aperitivo and a moment of beauty.
Our certified guide is fluent in English and lives in Florence — the city told with the warmth and detail of a Florentine friend who knows where to walk, where to pause, and which stories matter.
The tour, step by step
A natural rhythm of the journey, adapted to the season, the weather and your interests.
Start
We meet in front of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Your guide introduces the day, the route and the first stories of Renaissance Florence.
+ 30 min
Three masterpieces side by side — Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, Giotto’s marble bell tower, and the octagonal Baptistery with its famous bronze doors.
+ 1 h
Through narrow Renaissance streets to the political heart of old Florence — outdoor sculptures, the Loggia dei Lanzi, and the Palazzo Vecchio.
+ 1.5 h
We walk past the U-shaped courtyard that opens to the Arno. The story of the Medici offices, the world’s first modern museum.
+ 2 h
Florence’s medieval bridge with its goldsmiths’ shops, the Vasari Corridor above, and views of the Arno that have inspired five centuries of painters.
+ 2.5 h
We close at the elegant square of cafés and carousel — the heart of modern Florentine social life. Time for an espresso or aperitivo if you wish.
+ 3 h
Your guide hands you a personalised list of restaurants, trattorias and corners of Florence to explore on your own — including which gelato shops are worth your time.
The details
Investment
2 people
Total tour fee
Most intimate experience — fully private
4 people
Total tour fee
Best value per person · perfect for small families
6 people
Total tour fee
Maximum group size · private experience
Prices include the qualified English-speaking guide and curated route.
When we go
Send us your preferred dates and we’ll confirm availability within a day.
Mar · Apr · May — daily
Available
Jun · Jul · Aug — early morning
Limited
Sep · Oct · Nov — daily
Available
Dec · Jan · Feb — daily
Available
Starting at €450 for 2 people
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Private group, your dates
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Good to know
€450 for 2 people · €480 for 4 people · €500 for 6 people. Total tour fee, not per person. Includes the guide and curated route.
Piazza del Duomo, in front of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. The most central, easy-to-find spot in Florence.
This is an exterior walking tour — you’ll see the city’s architecture, squares and bridges. For the Uffizi or Accademia (David), we offer separate dedicated tours.
Comfortable walking shoes (cobblestones throughout). Light layers in spring and autumn. Sun protection and water essential in summer.
Tour led in English as standard with our certified guide. Portuguese or Italian available on request — please let us know when booking.
The historic centre is mostly flat but cobbled. Tell us about any mobility considerations and we’ll adapt the route accordingly.
Reserve your tour
Send us a note with your dates and group size. We’ll reply within a day with your guide’s name, the meeting point at Piazza del Duomo, and the start time.
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