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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 : Edwin_M
This tour was a wonderful way to see lots of major sights in Florence within a limited window of time. I booked the tour to allow a senior with mobility issues in our group a chance to explore this beautiful city. Alex, our guide, was friendly and knowledgeable, and we always felt safe with him navigating the busy streets. Highly, highly recommended!
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : jamrakrt
Sebastian could have cancelled our tour as we were the only 2 signed up but instead took us on a fabulous tour of the city. He gave cultural and local information about the different sites. He knew so many people in the local areas that he said hi to which was a bonus. He took us to areas with great photo ops and showed us some of his favorite local shops. He was very accommodating and had a wealth of local knowledge. Thank you Sebastian for a great trip! We will look you up next time we are in Florence.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Hugh S
Driver made the tour engaging and totally Italian! We had a locals perspective as we zipped through the city and would recommend this tour to people who want to have fun.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Joan_M
We viewed the regular hot spots in the piazzas near the duomo and then the bridges of the Arno. But crossing over to get the panoramic view of the city from the opposite hill was fantastic. Rodrigo was great, friendly and informative. Not a constant stream. But very good information for all the places we stopped. Also suggestions for other lesser know gems!
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : jnvizina
Horrible,,,,Absolutely Horrible experience.....for $129 US... It should be $20US.. First of all it was a total cluster with the directions TripAdvisor provided. The location was a shut down-run down closed Bistro with construction equipment blocking the space....we requested an English speaking tour, the driver that showed up could barely speak English "yea..yea" is the extent of his English......We booked the tour for two and we were put with another couple with no option to face forward making it hard to view what was being spoken of during the tour as we were facing aft. The ride was horrible and the shocks of the golf cart were nonexistent .....just unbelievable......you are better off walking the same path and enjoying the sights take your time,,, it seemed the driver was in a rush the whole trip.......Horrible Absolutely Horrible......
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Kathy_N
We thoroughly enjoyed this golf cart tour. Sebastian was a delightful guide and, knew all the “secret” spots to stop. The highlight was the Piazzale Michelangelo, with phenomenal views of Florence!❤️🇮🇹
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Wynne_A
Fantastic tour, all the backstreets of Florence and up to the great lookout with a view of the city. Extremely knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended!
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
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
