Explore Fabulous Florence: Self Guided Audio Tour
Cradle of the Renaissance, romantic, enchanting and utterly irresistible, Florence (Firenze) is a place to feast on world-class art and gourmet Tuscan cuisine.
Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this amazing city.
To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking.
You will see the city’s rich history in its narrow streets and timeworn buildings. You will follow the rise and fall of the powerful and dangerous Medici family, see the art of Renaissance masters, and hear stories of Florence’s famous citizens.
The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way.
Please note that this tour is only available in English.
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Explore Fabulous Florence: Self Guided Audio Tour
What's included in Explore Fabulous Florence: Self Guided Audio Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mercato Centrale
Florence’s first major marketplace, known now as the Mercato Vecchio, or “Old Market” was demolished as part of the city’s renovations during the mid-nineteenth century. The structure housing the Central Market was designed by Giuseppe Mengoni, an Italian architect best known for the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a massive arcade in Milan named in honor of the king of Italy.
Museo di San Marco
The religious complex was renovated during the fifteenth century through the funding of the Medici family. The current monastery stands on the site of a Benedictine monastery that dates back to the 12th century. The monastery was designed by the famous Florentine architect Michelozzo, who was a close friend of Cosimo the Elder, the head of the Medici family. Michelozzo even specially constructed a cell in San Marco for Cosimo’s private retreat.
Galleria dell'Accademia
This institution was founded in 1784, when the Grand Duke of Tuscany determined that all art schools in Florence should be located in one place. Though the Accademia displays works by several Renaissance artists, by far the most famous piece in its collection is Michelangelo’s statue of David.
Inclusions
- Self-paced
- Audio files and GPS map
- Admission Fees
- Transportation
- Food/Drinks
- Audio Device
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
- No admission fees or physical guide included.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
- Available in English and Chinese
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.
End Points
- Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please note this is an audio tour, there is no physical guide. There is no set meeting point or time. Once downloaded, you can listen to it whenever you want. For the best experience, please use our Phone App Please copy the below link in your mobile browser to download the tour in our app: Florence English - https://116e.short.gy/7at6kp Florence Chinese - https://116e.short.gy/esfqq6 Note. If you do not have the phone application installed already you will need to download it from the App Store first then select the link above to download the audio tour in the app. Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.audiotours.citywalksz Apple Store:https://apps.apple.com/au/app/citywalks-world/id847106919 Alternatively, download the audio file using below link and play on any device English: https://116e.short.gy/61f5u7 Chinese: http://bit.ly/3arCoQM
