History of Florence Guided Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl max

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

1. 1

   (Exterior Only) Florence’s stunning multi-coloured marble cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, Giotto’s elegant bell tower, and the Baptistery’s bronze doors which define the birth of Renaissance ambition.

   15 Minuten•Eintritt frei

2. 2

   Giotto's Bell Tower

   (Exterior Only) Florence’s stunning multi-coloured marble cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary dome, Giotto’s elegant bell tower, and the Baptistery’s bronze doors which define the birth of Renaissance ambition.

   15 Minuten•Eintritt nicht inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

3. 3

   Piazza della Repubblica

   Built over Florence’s ancient Roman forum, this grand square reveals the city’s deepest historical layers beneath its 19th-century arcades and cafés.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

4. 4

   Florence’s elegant high street, lined with Renaissance palaces that once housed banking dynasties and now reflect centuries of wealth and prestige.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei

5. 5

   Palazzo Strozzi

   A stunning Renaissance palace built to rival the Medici, its massive stone façade expressing symmetry, control, and elite ambition.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

6. 6

   Ponte Santa Trinita

   Often considered Florence’s most elegant bridge, boasting unmissable views of the Ponte Vecchio and the Arno.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

7. 7

   A lively Oltrarno square reflecting everyday Florentine life, anchored by Brunelleschi’s surreal church façade and long-standing artisan traditions.

   15 Minuten•Eintritt frei

8. 8

   Pitti Palace

   (EXTERIOR ONLY) A vast Renaissance residence later claimed by the Medici, projecting dynastic power through scale, repetition, and fortress-like stonework.

   Eintritt nicht inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

9. 9

   Ponte Vecchio

   Florence’s most iconic bridge, lined with goldsmith shops and crowned by the Vasari Corridor above the Arno.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

10. 10

    (EXTERIOR ONLY) Originally Medici government offices and now home to the Uffizi Museum, its monumental courtyard frames Renaissance order and leads the eye toward the river.

    15 Minuten•Eintritt frei

11. 11

    Palazzo Vecchio

    (EXTERIOR ONLY) Florence’s medieval town hall rises like a fortress, symbolizing civic power, political conflict, and republican identity.

    15 Minuten•Eintritt nicht inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

12. 12

    Loggia dei Lanzi

    An open-air sculpture gallery showcasing masterpieces by Cellini and Giambologna, where history's greatest sculptures were displayed as symbols of political authority.

    10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

13. 13

    Piazza della Signoria

    Finish the tour in Florence’s monumental civic square and historic seat of power, framed by the Palazzo Vecchio, and innumerable sculptural masterpieces, where public life, justice, and political spectacle unfolded for centuries.

    10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

Treffpunkt

Meet at the San Zanobi Column on the north side of the Baptistery of St. John (Piazza San Giovanni)

Die Karte zeigt Florenz. Der genaue Treffpunkt ist die Adresse oben.Größere Karte öffnen

Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• The tour may enter religious buildings; appropriate dress is required Entry to churches may not be possible due to unannounced closures The tour route may be affected by national celebrations; in such cases, an alternative route will be provided while ensuring all highlights are still covered Refunds or discounts cannot be provided in these situations Due to increased security measures, some sites may not be accessible for interior visits
• Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) • Recommended Dress: Comfortable and weather appropriate Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time. For any URGENT matters please call/text your guide. Their contact details are sent to your email by the morning of your tour. Babylon Tours Phone / Text 0019179990380 Web: www.babylontours.com Mail: [email protected]

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.