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Get a taste of the Tuscan countryside on this full-day tour from Florence. Take a guided walking tour of Siena, home to the famous Palio horse race, and explore the medieval hill town of San Gimignano. Midday, visit a family-owned winery for a lunch of seasonal Tuscan delicacies paired with local wines. Tour size is limited to a maximum of 25 people.

Go beyond the boring group walking tours and head straight for the good stuff: the dark side. On this walking tour, you’ll meet up with your local guide and explore Florence’s lurid past, hearing tales of ghosts, scandalous murders, wild betrayals, and strange curiosities, all connected to gorgeous spots around the city. No guidebooks here—and yet every story will be 100% true.

Travel to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, Florence’s most iconic attraction, with this skip-the-line entrance ticket and tour. Take a guided tour through the cathedral museum, where you learn about resident masterpieces such as the original Baptistery doors and Michelangelo's 'Pietà.' Then, get VIP access to a private terrace and skip-the-line admission up the cupola—where you'll catch the greatest views of Florence from atop the dome.

Learn how to make traditional Italian pizza and gelato on this cooking class in Florence. Led by a chef, sample a variety of flavors before getting to work on your own creations. Afterward, bring home your newfound skills in the kitchen to impress your friends. This class is limited to 20 people to ensure you receive personal attention from your instructor.

Immerse yourself in Tuscan art, architecture, and landscaping during this small-group tour. You'll tick three of the top area highlights—Pitti Palace, the Palatina Gallery, and the Boboli Gardens—off your must-see list on a single tour. Traveling with a small group means you'll enjoy an intimate atmosphere and have plenty of time to ask questions. Your guide will provide in-depth commentary about the Renaissance history and art objects of each stop.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on this walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. You'll also skip the lines at the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral. Afterward, stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Discover Italian art, history and culture on a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Florence. Select a 1-, 2- or 3-day pass and travel around the city’s top attractions, hopping on and off as you like. See the panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo, the burial spot of Galileo and Machiavelli at Santa Croce church and more. Your pass includes unlimited rides for the duration selected and 360-degree views from the open air of the upper deck.

Get a comprehensive tour of Miracle Square on this walking excursion in Pisa. With a guide leading the way, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that ensures you hit all the landmarks such as the Cathedral and the Baptistery. This tour includes valuable skip-the-line entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, saving you tons of vacation time.

Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world, admiring the most important works to appreciate the art of the Italian Renaissance. The Uffizi Gallery with its collections of works of art, masterpieces by artists and protagonists of the Renaissance such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. And the Galleria dell'Accademia, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols. The Gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, besides you can admire the museum of musical instruments, the largest collection of paintings with a gold background and the Sala dei Prigioni with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II. You will enter from the priority entrance to the museum and enjoy a journey into the life of the genius of Michelangelo.

Explore the Italian Riviera on this day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence, with optional transport between each small town (added cost). After arriving at La Spezia, follow your guide to each fishing village by coach, train, and boat, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Stop to swim in the turquoise waters and upgrade to include a traditional Italian lunch. Soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.

Check off the best bits of Italy’s Renaissance capital on this comprehensive walking tour of Florence. Stroll around the historic monuments of Piazza della Republica and Piazza della Signoria, cross the landmark Ponte Vecchio bridge, then admire the opulent Pitti Palace and the legendary Duomo. After browsing the designer boutiques of Via Tornabuoni and the artist’s workshops of lively Oltrarno, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Accademia museum to view Michelangelo's world-famous David sculpture.

Explore Florence art and architecture on a tour that gets you skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. See Michelangelo’s ‘David’ in the uncrowded, morning hours, then get an in-depth tour of the Duomo, including the Duomo Museum, the Duomo Terraces, without waiting in line. This tour includes all entrance fees.

Immerse in the world of Michelangelo Buonarroti and Renaissance Florence when you join your passionate local guide for this skip-the-line tour of the Accademia Gallery and the David sculpture. Learn about the Medici dynasty that ruled the city and the Renaissance masters who taught Michelangelo painting and sculpture. Price excludes the cost of tickets, which is payable in cash on the day.

*Choose the option that is best for you: add a climb of the leaning tower of Pisa with pre-reserved tickets, if you like. *Head into the Cathedral and the Baptistery with your pre-reserved tickets *Benefit from the more personalized experience of a small group tour *Be inspired by an expert local guide in the language you choose *Take our walking tour at a relaxed pace to enjoy the spirit of Pisa *Discover the most famous architectural masterpieces of Pisa's religious center in one tour * Exclusive access to the museum terraces for a stunning view of Miracle square (when choosing the with-tower option and using your tower tickets)

Fit more sightseeing into your day with this fast-track tour of Florence's landmark Accademia Gallery. Shave hours off your wait time with a skip-the-line ticket and see the highlights of the collection in just an hour. Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces and stand in awe at the foot of Michelangelo's iconic 'David' statue while you learn about the history and significance of these groundbreaking works of art.

Explore Florence with your taste buds on a walking food tour that showcases the flavors of its local neighborhoods. Learn how to steer clear of tourist traps as you sample authentic Tuscan cuisine in the Sant’Ambrogio market area, a favorite among locals. From gourmet fare to street vendors and wine bars, savor the best of the city’s food and drink like a true Florentine.

See the iconic Leaning Tower on this half-day trip to Pisa from Florence. An expert guide will take you on a walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli and its monuments .After posing with the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa, some time to explore the area independently. Your trip concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Leave behind the Renaissance treasures of Florence for the day to discover the rugged beauty of the Ligurian coastline on this fully guided small-group tour. Travel by coach through the rolling vineyards of the Tuscan countryside, and ride a train along stunning sea cliffs to the coastal village of Portovenere. Continue on by train to the famously picturesque fishing villages of Cinque Terre, where you’ll enjoy free time to explore the colorful towns of Monterosso, Vernazza and Manarola. Take an optional hike among terraced hillsides and olive groves, and soak up the views with a scenic train ride along the rocky shore to cap off this full-day adventure.

See all that Tuscany has to offer on this day trip to Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano from Florence. Led by an expert guide, explore the main square and Gothic cathedral in Siena, followed by a traditional, 3-course lunch with wine pairing. Afterward, enjoy free time to stroll the medieval streets of San Gimignano independently, as well as the city of Pisa, famous for its UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower. Your full day of sightseeing concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Prioritize your time in Florence with this combo tour of two must-see artistic treasures. See one of the world’s most recognizable statues with an express visit to the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s ‘David,’ and then climb to the top of Brunelleschi’s famous dome (if option selected), which caps the Florence Cathedral. Learn the background of each masterpiece, and save precious vacation time with pre-reserved entry at both attractions.

Small Group day tour to Unesco world heritage Cinque terre national park very early departure is to guarantee a better experience in an area that year after year has seen a growing number of visitors . Leaving early will allow us to beat the crowds and enjoy an overall more rewarding experience Fall for the charm of the Cinque Terre, a coastal region of cliff-clinging villages and dramatic seaside views. On this full-day tour, experience the scenic parts of the region with a driver-tour escort and learn about the UNESCO-listed region’s history. Take a boat ride between Manarola and Vernazza Monterosso and get free time to explore both locations on foot. Enjoy a shared boat ride from Manarola to Monterosso & make stops in local wine bars and restaurants to sip some regional varietals and eat a traditional Italian lunch (both at own expense). This tour operates with a limited number of participants to ensure an intimate atmosphere. Round-trip transportation from Florence is included.

The Uffizi Gallery is home to hundreds of Renaissance-era masterworks, including pieces from Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Caravaggio. Enjoy an intimate introduction to the iconic collection in a group of a maximum of fifteen people during this small-group guided tour, which includes fast-track admission tickets and audio headsets, so you can move freely without missing a word.

If you are stopping for the day at the port of Livorno and want to visit Florence, this round-trip transfer makes the logistics a snap. Board the bus from the city center and relax on the non-stop drive to Florence. After 4–5 hours of free time to explore the city’s highlights, you’ll find the bus waiting for you near the Santa Maria Novella train station for the return trip. Upgrade to include a guided tour of the Mercato Centrale market (added cost).