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Florence for Young Explorers Science Tour with Gelato Stop

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About this activity

Begin your tour at the Natural History Museum of Florence, one of Europe’s first public science museums. Founded in 1775 by Peter Leopold of Lorraine, the museum preserves a unique heritage of science, art, and nature. Explore the "Giardino dei Semplici" Botanical Garden, established in 1545 by Cosimo I de' Medici. Discover 6,000 plant species, magical medicinal specimens, the world's largest inflorescence, and monumental trees like a 1720 Yew (Taxus baccata). Next, visit the La Specola Museum, located near Piazza Pitti, that showcases a 18th-century anatomical and botanical waxes, minerals, and over 4 million zoological specimens. See giant Galapagos tortoises, a white rhino, an 1828 Egyptian mummified crocodile, and so much more. Admire the famous Boboli Hippo, a real hippo gifted to Grand Duke Peter Leopold that lived in the Boboli Gardens. During the walk to the Specola, stop to taste Florentine artisanal ice cream. Book your visit an experience where science meets art.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Snacks
    • Ticket entrances
    • Local expert guide

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Fossils and Skeletons: Huge remains of ancient animals like mammoths, mastodonts, and a large whale.

        Earth History: Rocks and fossils arranged in order of Earth's timeline. Tuscan Reperti: Many important fossils found in the Tuscany region.

        45 minutesAdmission included

      2. The Orto Botanico di Firenze, also known as the Giardino dei Semplici, the "Garden of simples", is a botanical garden maintained by the University of Florence.

        30 minutesAdmission included

      3. The museum has deep ties with history

        parts of the collection can be traced back to the Medici Family. It is known for its collection of wax anatomical models from the 18th century. It is the oldest scientific Museum of Europe.

        45 minutesAdmission included

      Meeting point

      In front of Manfredo Fanti statue, San Marco Square, Florence

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      Pickup

      • Everyone meets at the start point

      Drop-off

      • The tour ends at La Specola Museum, via Romana 17. You can stay inside even after the tour. Distance from the train station of Santa Maria Novella, 15 minutes walking

      Know before you go

      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
      • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
      • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking

      Cancellation and refunds

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

      If you cancelRefund
      At least 1 days before100%
      Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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      Florence Tours by Made of Tuscany
      Product code
      35344P117

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