Itinerary
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Stop At: Piazzale Michelangelo, Viale Michelangelo, 50125, Florence Italy
After visiting the historic center, having traveled on the banks of the river, crossed the bridges, given the majesty of Palazzo Pitti and the small artisan shops of the Oltrarno district, it is time to climb the hill and see Florence in all its splendor from a unique vantage point: Piazzale Michelangelo.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Santa Croce, Piazza di Santa Croce 16, 50122, Florence Italy
Once you get off the Piazzale Michelangelo it is time to go back to the center, but before the tour comes to an end we will once again pass by the river, in front of the National Library and the enchanting square of Santa Croce.
The Basilica of Santa Croce located in the square is the principal Franciscan church in Florence, Italy, and a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church. It is situated on the Piazza di Santa Croce, about 800 meters south-east of the Duomo. The site, when first chosen, was in marshland outside the city walls. It is the burial place of some of the most illustrious Italians, such as Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli, the poet Foscolo, the philosopher Gentile and the composer Rossini, thus it is known also as the Temple of the Italian Glories.
When Stendhal visited the Basilica of Santa Croce he was overcome with emotion. He wrote:
I was in a sort of ecstasy, from the idea of being in Florence, close to the great men whose tombs I had seen. Absorbed in the contemplation of sublime beauty ... I reached the point where one encounters celestial sensations ... Everything spoke so vividly to my soul. Ah, if I could only forget. I had palpitations of the heart, what in Berlin they call 'nerves'. Life was drained from me. I walked with the fear of falling.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 18, 50123, Florence Italy
external of the church
Pass By: Ponte Vecchio, 50125, Florence Italy
Perfect view of Ponte Vecchio
Pass By: Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, Piazza Dei Cavalleggeri 1, 50122, Florence Italy
external
Stop At: Basilica San Miniato al Monte, Via delle Porte Sante 34, 50125, Florence Italy
The oldest Basilica in Florence
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Museo di Santa Maria Nuova, Piazza di Santa Maria Nuova 1, 50122, Florence Italy
The oldest Hospital in Florence
Pass By: Cappelle Medicee, Piazza di Madonna Degli Aldobrandini 6, 50123, Florence Italy
The Medicis Chapel
Pass By: Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Florence Italy
The house of "Berta"
Pass By: Stazione di Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Piazza della Stazione 1, 50123, Florence Italy
the main train station
Pass By: Santa Maria Novella, Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Tuscany
Another beautiful renaissance Basilica
Stop At: Piazza Ognissanti, 50123, Florence Italy
the church where Amerigo Vespucci and Botticelli are buried
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Ponte alla Carraia, Florence Italy
the humpback bridge
Pass By: Ponte Santa Trinita, Florence Italy
designed by Michelangelo
Pass By: Ponte Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, Province of Milan, Lombardy
One of the icons of Florence
Stop At: Piazza Del Carmine, Florence Italy
The most florentine district
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Porta di San Frediano, Borgo S. Frediano, 303, 50124, Florence Italy
The old walls of Florence
Pass By: Piazza Santo Spirito, 50125, Florence Italy
The Movida of Florence
Pass By: Palazzo Pitti, Piazza Dei Pitti 1, 50125, Florence Italy
The last residence of the Medici family
Pass By: Church of Santa Felicita, Piazza di Santa Felicita 3 Oltrarno, 50125, Florence Italy
One of the oldest church of the city
Pass By: Uffizi, Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany
The view of one of the best museum in Italy
Pass By: Ponte alle Grazie, Florence Italy
Panoramic view on Ponte Vecchio
Pass By: Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, Piazza Dei Cavalleggeri 1, 50122, Florence Italy
More than 80 miles of books
Pass By: Torre della Zecca, Piazza Piave 1, 50122, Florence Italy
The secrets of Florence
Pass By: Ponte di San Niccolo, 50126, Florence Italy
The history of the Arno River
Pass By: Folon e il Giardino delle Rose, Viale Giuseppe Poggi, 2, Florence Italy
An immersion in beauty
Pass By: Torre di San Niccolo, Piazza Poggi Oltrarno, Florence Italy
The original guardian tower in Florence
Stop At: Fontane delle Rampe del Poggi, Viale Giuseppe Poggi, 50125, Florence Italy
relaxing views
Duration: 5 minutes
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Via Antonio Magliabechi, 17, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
90 to 120 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The carts are approved to carry 4 passengers. In case of 5 or more people 2 more vehicles will be used.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Pioneer777103
We loved our driver Vinnie. The tour was a fun and relaxing way to see the highlights of Florence. The prerecorded narrative was fine, and Vinnie added a personal touch. We loved the view from the piazza Michelangelo while sipping a fresh Aperol Spritzer. Would definitely recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : Jane_S
We had a wonderful time...Francesco was our guide and he was absolutely entertaining!!! We saw so much of your beautiful city...
His passion for Florence just flows out and makes the tour amazing. We never could have seen as much as we did in the short time that he showed us around. I would highly recommend this tour....
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : Rebecca_W
Our guide was very knowledgeable and did a good job showing us the sights. I rated it 4 because our tour was to start at 2:00 and we waited 15 minutes for some others to come but they never showed.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Jody_L
Great tour! Wonderful overview of the city. Loved Claudio, the tour guide! He was great! This is a must do! After the tour, you have a better idea of what you want to go see more of.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Beth M
Charlie was a great guide - very knowledgeable and entertaining. Loved seeing the highlights of the city! So much history!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : caroleh472
We appreciated our guide Charley. He took us to see many sights, and answered all of our questions. He also gave us some free time to take photos.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Michelle_P
Explored Florence in comfort. Perfect for those who are tired from walking everywhere. Saw beautiful places in Florence we would not have seen otherwise.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Jill_W
Driver was great. Florence beautiful city
Enjoyed the special sights. Great way to see the city. Highly recommend it at start of visit
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Joan_E
Our guide was excellent. He was able to show us and explain many sights in Florence. Our only reservation about this tour is that the roads in Florence are mostly not paved and the ride was bumpy and uncomfortable due to being in a golf cart.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10
Posted By : Allen_H
Our guide was informative and entertaining. The ride was comfortable. It made our trip to Florence even better. Big thumbs up.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10
