Best of Florence walking tour - monolingual small group tour
Discover two thousand years of history of the cradle of the Renaissance through the eyes of an expert local guide. The first stage of this enlightening guided promenade will be REPUBBLICA SQUARE, one of the most elegant squares in Florence. Follow your guide through the most characteristic streets and alleys until you reach the LOGGIA DEL MERCATO NUOVO, and discover how to win good luck caressing the nose of the famous PORCELLINO (wild boar) STATUE. At a stone throw there is the suggestive PONTE VECCHIO, famous for hosting the most exclusive jewelry stores of Florence. Follow your guide to SIGNORIA SQUARE, a real open-air museum dominated by the imposing PALAZZO VECCHIO and the magnificent LOGGIA DEI LANZI, which houses wonderful original statues. The journey to discover the wonders of Florence will culminate in SAN GIOVANNI SQUARE, home of the wonderful DUOMO and BRUNELLESCHI'S DOME.
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Small group tour in English
Guided promenade in English: Discover the main squares and monuments of the cradle of the Renaissance in the company of an expert local guide
What's included in Best of Florence walking tour - monolingual small group tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Florence
Your exciting walking tour in the heart of Florence will begin on Via Cavour 12 black, where your local, history and art-loving guide will be waiting for you!
Piazza San Giovanni
Follow your guide to one of the most historic and beautiful squares of Florence - Piazza San Giovanni! The walk will take about ten minutes, and you will immediately be greeted by the breathtaking view of Brunelleschi's grandiose Duomo, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the San Giovanni Baptistry, and Giotto's Bell Tower. Spend a couple of minutes taking photos of the awe-inspiring buildings and their iconic white, pink, and green marble decorations. Not only is this complex a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but it is also an international symbol of Italy overall! Your guide will spend about fifteen minutes sharing information about the buildings’ fascinating histories as well as some fun, local stories. Discover how this square grew from a ancient building into the intricate architectural masterpiece it is today.
Piazza della Repubblica
Right around the corner from Florence’s Duomo, you can find Piazza della Repubblica - one of the most historic squares in the city. This was once the civic heart of Florence, hundreds years ago, and throughout various ruling families. As your guide explains the vivid history of Piazza della Repubblica, you can take yourself back in time and imagine ancient men and women walking on the same grounds in which you are standing. Although the square is now filled with luxury shopping and elegant cafes, it was once a lively, local marketplace. Explore through time as your expert guide answers any questions you may have about the lovely Piazza della Repubblica.
Inclusions
- Earphones for larger groups
- Professional guide of Florence
- 1 hour and 30 minutes guided walking tour in small group
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The "Walking tour" option does not include the access to the Duomo Cathedral
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Ciao Florence Office - Via Cavour, 18 Black
End Points
- The tour ends in the enchanting Duomo Square, home to the entire Duomo Complex, where the Cathedral, the Baptistery and Giotto's Bell Tower are located
