Florence in a Day : Academy, Uffizi and City Walk
from $150.28
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Some of Italy’s most celebrated artists, including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Botticelli, found their inspiration in Florence. On this full-day walking tour dedicated to the city’s rich culture, discover the Renaissance architecture of the historic center before entering the Uffizi and Academy Gallery to gaze at its myriad masterpieces.
• This multi-stop tour takes in Florence’s main cultural treasures
• Pre-booked tickets facilitate access to both museums without waiting
• Headphones included to listen to your guide in complete comfort
• The ideal tour for first-time visitors or those with little time
7 hours 30 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
The tour will begin at the time indicated at Via degli Avelli, 20 (Via degli Avelli, 20, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy), at the corner of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella (between Shake Cafè and Hotel Universo).
Itinerary
- 1Santa Maria Novella
Start your Florentine adventure in one of the most elegant squares in the city, dominated by the impressive Gothic facade of Santa Maria Novella, a masterpiece of Renaissance marble.
- 2Piazza Del Duomo
Step into the heart of Florence, where the monumental cathedral complex will leave you speechless: the Duomo, the Baptistery and the Campanile de Giotto, all in one unforgettable square.
- 3Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Take a close look at Brunelleschi’s iconic dome, an engineering feat that has dominated the Florentine skyline for more than 600 years and continues to amaze all who see it.
- 4Palazzo Vecchio
A symbol of Florentine civil power, this imposing medieval fortress-palace has been guarding the city for more than 700 years. Its crenellated tower is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in Italy.
- 5Ponte Vecchio
Cross Florence’s oldest and most romantic bridge, lined with glittering jewellery that has captivated visitors since the Middle Ages. The views over the Arno River are simply magical.
- 6Piazza della Signoria
The open-air hall and political heart of Florence: a magnificent square flanked by Renaissance sculptures, including a copy of Michelangelo's David, which breathes centuries of history.
- 7Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
With one of the most important art collections in the world, the Uffizi house masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo and Rafael. A journey through the Italian Renaissance that you will never forget
- 8Galleria dell'Accademia
Get in front of Michelangelo’s David, the world’s most celebrated sculpture. This extraordinary museum houses the original marble masterpiece that has become the ultimate symbol of human perfection.
What's included
- Professional local guide during the visit
- Headphones (for groups of more than 8 people)
- Tickets for Uffizi and Accademia galleries with priority access without row
Not included
- Tips
- Collection and transfers
- Lunch
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
