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The magnificent Duomo of Siena is one of the highlights of Siena’s UNESCO-listed historic center, but its popularity means that you could spend a long time queuing outside. This skip-the-line ticket ensures priority entrance and offers access to the Cathedral, the Piccolomini Library, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the museum, and the Crypt.

Spend a morning in Florence visiting two of the world’s most important museums on a great-value combo tour of the Ufizzi and Accademia galleries. See iconic Renaissance masterpieces from Italy and beyond, including the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Learn about collection highlights from an art historian guide, and enjoy leisure time to explore the museums on your own.

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.

Indulge in one of Italy's most beautiful cities, Siena, during this sightseeing tour. An expert guide gives you an insider's view of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. Linger for a while in Piazza del Campo, the superlative square that is home to the Palio, a wild horse race that takes place every July and August. Stroll the streets with your guide learning about the history of the place. Visit the Duomo, Siena's stunning cathedral, and stroll right in thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. 

Florence is known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” and the city was home to many important artists and intellectuals. Find out more about Florentine history, culture, and the legendary Medici dynasty behind the city’s rise to power with this introductory walking tour. Stroll by highlights like the cathedral, Uffizi Gallery, and Piazza della Signoria for an overview of the city’s wonders in just a couple of hours.

Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, but there’s so much to see, it’s hard to know where to start. This small-group walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, checking off top attractions such as the Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and Giotto's Bell Tower.

Saddle up for a bike tour through the streets of Florence. Led by a local, pass top attractions such as the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, and the iconic Ponte Vecchio. As you travel around the historic sites, learn interesting facts and anecdotes about this Renaissance city from your guide. Pull over to enjoy a complimentary coffee or gelato before finishing up your Florence biking excursion.

While the Uffizi and Accademia Gallery are first to draw Florence’s main art-loving crowds, the Pitti Palace’s Palatine Gallery houses another must-see collection. Avoid the main entrance lines with this skip-the-line ticket, and admire the largely 17th-century artworks by greats including Titian, Raphael, Botticelli and others, at leisure. Your ticket also includes entry to the Pitti’s Gallery of Modern Art, a showcase of later Italian works.

Take advantage of skip-the-line entry privileges to the Bargello Museum with this fast-track entrance ticket. Breeze past the crowds to explore the museum and palace, built in the 13th century by the people of Florence as a populist symbol of their victory over the nobility. See the former fortress and arsenal, now home to a large and important collection of Italian sculpture.

Florence’s cathedral is the city’s crown jewel and most iconic monument, but its sprawling size and long lines can be discouraging. With this VIP tour, zip past the crowds at the entrance and enjoy an in-depth look at this vast complex. Visit the duomo from its soaring dome to its ancient crypt, admire the view from Giotto’s bell tower, marvel at the richly decorated baptistery, and tour the renovated museum.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to the Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your central Florence hotel, and relax on the journey to the station in a sedan or minivan, depending on the size of your group. This service can accommodate single travelers or groups of up to eight people.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Florence with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at the Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence, and relax on the journey to your hotel. These private vehicles can accommodate up to eight passengers.

Chianti is home to Italy’s most scenic wine country and top cellars, but exploring the rural roads on your own can be frustrating. With this wine tour, set off directly from Florence and visit two different wineries in the Tuscan hills to tour the vineyards, visit the cellars, and relax over guided tastings. Sip local reds and whites plus sample balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil while enjoying views over the Chianti countryside.

With a maximum of 9 travelers per booking, step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access and skip-the-line entrance, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of your guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

Discover the history of the Renaissance city on this walking tour of Florence. Led by a guide, see the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace, and the bustling Piazza della Signoria, and many more. Enjoy stories of the city and its characters, including famous artists and rulers.

Explore the hidden passageways of the Palazzo Vecchio on this small-group tour in Florence. Enjoy the opportunity to visit areas of the museum that have historically not been open to the general public, such as medieval stairways and narrow passageways behind hidden doors. Hear about the history of the building and its contents from your local guide. At the conclusion of the tour, head to local restaurant to enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch or enjoy a gelato tasting at one of the city's most famous shops.

See the world-class treasures of the Ufizzi Gallery in Florence without waiting in the long entrance lines. Bypass the queues with a skip-the-line ticket, and explore the historic galleries hosting works by Renaissance masters like Botticelli, Michelangelo, Caravaggio and Leonardo da Vinci. Your ticket also includes access to the museum’s rotating special exhibits, so you won’t miss a thing.

Our comfortable cruiser bikes and casual pace are perfect for bike riders of any level and all ages. By shadow-hopping between the famous highlights of Florence, from the Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi to the Dome and along the Arno River, your tour guide will lead you through the crowds and out of the heat as they share the remarkable history of this incredible city. - 3-speed Cruiser Bikes - Small Groups (fewer than 12) - Headsets Included - Professional, licensed guides with a passion for stories - The best photo opportunities in Florence

With so much to see in Florence, it can be hard to know where to begin. On this private tour, take a break from your guidebook and make sure you hit all the most important Renaissance monuments, from Medici palaces and the famous Duomo to artsy Oltrarno across the river and high-fashion avenues. Plus, fit in a visit to one of the most famous sculptures of all-time with skip-the-line access to the popular Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s ‘David.’

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.

Giddy up! Traverse the hills of Tuscany via a unique mode of transportation with this guided horseback tour from Siena. Roam the rolling hills, some clad in grapevines, others blanketed with olive groves, as you and your horse calmly explore the region. Pass through rustic villages, all while learning about the history of the place from your guide. See stunning scenery that you would not have had the chance to encounter.

Discover the charming seaside villages of the Ligurian coast on this full-day tour to Cinque Terre from Florence. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride to Portovenere and then immerse yourself in the beauty of Manarola, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Enjoy free time to stroll through the winding streets, swim at picturesque beaches, and upgrade to include lunch.

San Gimignano is surrounded by quiet countryside dotted with small wine estates. Visit one of these traditional farms and connect with local hosts on this tour and wine tasting experience. Take in the organic farm's garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, "vinsantaia" aging room, and cellar. Then enjoy a tasting of eight organic wines of your choice paired with the farm's own olive oil plus local cheeses and cold cuts and other culinary combinations.