Florence: The Best Of Reinassance Private Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Renaissance with a visit to Palazzo Medici Riccardi, a prototype of Renaissance architecture. Then, head to Piazza S.S. Annunziata, widely considered one of the most aesthetically pleasing public squares in Renaissance style. Here, you'll find the Hospital of the Innocents, a children's orphanage designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, another prominent example of early Italian Renaissance architecture.
Continuing on, we'll admire the iconic Duomo, featuring the awe-inspiring Brunelleschi's Dome. Our exploration continues with other treasures like Piazza Pitti, dominated by the grandiose Pitti Palace, the last residence of the Medici Family. Finally, we'll arrive at S. Spirito, a testament to Renaissance harmony with its perfectly symmetrical design elements.
Discover the heart of Florence's Renaissance with this exclusive tour!
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Tour in English
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
What's included in Florence: The Best Of Reinassance Private Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Duomo
The entire center of the city is a Unesco World Heritage Site and this eco-friendly tour departs from Piazza Santissima Annunziata, home of the National Archaeological Museum and Spedale degli Innocenti. Continue through aristocratic streets and stop at the Synagogue and the historic Flea Market. Pause for a photo in front of Santa Croce Church, a symbol of Florence, known for its stunning 14th-century frescoes. Leaving the Santa Croce district, you will pass the home of Michelangelo and cross over the Arno River via the famous Ponte Vecchio. Visit Porta San Niccolò, Pitti Palace, and the Santo Spirito Church, containing a crucifix carved by Michelangelo, before cycling back over the Arno to Piazza Signoria. Stop to catch your breath and snap a photo at the Neptune Fountain and the magnificent Medici Palazzo Vecchio. No trip to Florence is complete without seeing Piazza Repubblica and the extraordinary Duomo.
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Palazzo Medici Riccardi is one of the most important Renaissance buildings in Florence, commissioned by Cosimo de' Medici in the 15th century and designed by Michelozzo. It was the first residence of the Medici family before they moved to Palazzo Vecchio and later Palazzo Pitti. The palace is known for its elegant rusticated façade and its stunning courtyard, but its true gem is the Chapel of the Magi, adorned with magnificent frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli, depicting the Procession of the Magi. Over time, it was expanded by the Riccardi family, who enriched it with Baroque elements. Today, Palazzo Medici Riccardi houses a museum and is a must-visit for those interested in Renaissance art, Medici history, and Florentine architecture.
Piazza Della Santissima Annunziata
Piazza della Santissima Annunziata is one of the most harmonious and elegant squares in Florence, known for its perfect Renaissance symmetry. It is dominated by the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, an important religious site with stunning frescoes and the revered miraculous Annunciation painting. The square is framed by porticoed buildings, including Brunelleschi’s Ospedale degli Innocenti, one of the first examples of Renaissance architecture, originally built as an orphanage. At its center stands the equestrian statue of Ferdinand I de' Medici, flanked by two ornate bronze fountains. A place rich in history and artistic beauty, Piazza della Santissima Annunziata offers a unique glimpse into Florence’s architectural elegance and cultural heritage.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Pick-up from your hotel if centrally located in Florence
- 3 hour Guided Tour
- Earphones if necessary
- Drop-off at your Hotel
- Entrance tickets to monuments and attractions
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Pick-up at your accomodation if centrally located Pick-up will be on foot, at the start time of the visit
Meeting Points
- The meeting point is at Door n.3, in front of the Statue of Benvenuto Cellini, under the loggias of the Uffizi Museum. There you will find our assistant wearing a yellow vest written ACCORD on it. Approach him/her to start your visit.
End Points
- The ending point will be centrally located.
