On foot · CITY HIGHLIGHTS WALKING TOURS IN FLORENCE
Every trip has an afternoon going spare. These 8 city highlights walking tours in Florence earn it, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get your shoes on.
I’ll guide you through Florence’s central sights, from Palazzo Medici Riccardi and San Lorenzo to the Duomo, Signoria Square, and Ponte Vecchio. Expect a compact 90-minute tour, local stories about Dante and the Medici, practical city tips, and commentary in several languages.
“Our tour guide was amazing. Easy to understand, very informative and a local historian!”
Join a small English-speaking group of up to 15 people for Florence’s Duomo Complex, Baptistery, Opera del Duomo Museum, and central piazzas. Afternoon tours enter the Cathedral, while morning tours focus on its exterior. Pre-reserved Bell Tower tickets let you climb later at your own pace.
“Leonardo was such a fantastic tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and makes history come to life in front of your eyes. Loved our experience!!”
Spend about five hours seeing Florence’s essential art and landmarks with timed entry to the Accademia and Uffizi. Guides such as Elena, Stefano, Greta, and Angelo bring the Renaissance to life, while city walks connect David, the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria.
“Our guide had studied historical art and was therefore a perfect guide. Art was the focus of the tour but our guide also gave informative information about how to enjoy the best of the city. The hour for lunch broke up the tour perfectly. I wouldn’t recommend to those not interested in the art and history”
Start in Piazza del Duomo with a licensed guide, then visit the Opera del Duomo Museum and Baptistery. Afternoon departures include cathedral entry. You’ll also walk past Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi, and Ponte Vecchio. Add Giotto’s Bell Tower for 426 steps and wide city views.
“Eleanora was one of the best guides we’ve ever had. She was knowledgeable and engaging. Smiley and funny. My entire family learned so much during our tour. Even her gelato recommendation in a city full of gelato options was excellent. (Eduardo’s gelateria with its handmade cones and cups right next to the Duomo was delicious.)”
Walk Florence’s historic center with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, tracing Medici power, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci. The optional wine-window visit adds a glass of Tuscan wine served through a traditional buchetta, plus a surprise tasting.
“The tour guide, Francesca was very knowledgebale and informative, which made the tour very insightful and great way to experience and get to know Florence in 1 day. This tour is great for someone who has very short time to visit Florence in just 1 day. Highly recommend this tour under this package with the tour guide agency.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Piazza delle Belle Arti for a three-hour walk through Florence’s Cathedral Square, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio, followed by a guided Uffizi visit. Groups are limited to 10, with radios and headsets provided. Guides such as Leticia and Cosetta bring clear stories to the art and streets.
“Our tour leader was very informative and passionate about Florence and Uffici Gallery, and gave further ideas for exploring Florence.”
Spend about two hours walking central Florence with a local English-speaking guide. See Santa Croce, Bargello Palace, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and San Lorenzo. Guides such as Giulio, Aurora, Glenda, and Daniel tailor the pace and offer useful ideas for the rest of your stay.
“Aurora was fantastic! Super knowledgeable and showed us many hidden gems including restaurants! This is my fourth time to Florence and I found out new fun facts!”
Walk Florence with an English-speaking guide such as Lorenzo, Francesco, or Martina, stopping for pasta, pizza, truffle, prosciutto, cantucci, and gelato. Morning tours include a farmers market, while late-day outings bring sunset light. Expect about 2.5 hours of food, history, and practical city tips.
“Dilara was lovely and gave us super local (not tourist) tips for stores and food of Florence ! 😊. The experience was unique and food (included in the price) was great!”
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