Discover the artistic and architectural treasures of Florence on a private tour led by local art historian guide. Learn the fascinating history behind the birthplace of the Renaissance as you explore highlights like the Duomo complex, Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio, and see one of the world's most famous works of art up close with a viewing of Michelangelo's ‘David’ at the Academia Gallery. Price is per group, based on a maximum of 15 adults. Admission fees not included.

See Michelangelo's iconic 'David' statue and other Renaissance masterworks at the Academia Gallery
Led by a local art historian guide
Private tour can accommodate groups of up to 15
Choose from three different departure times

What's Included

Professional art historian guide
Private tour

Entrance fees - Please, find them in the official website of the museum
Gratuities (recommended)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Via Ricasoli, 58, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
In front of the main entrance of the Accademia Museum

End point

Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

What To Expect

A walk through Florence’s winding, well-preserved streets is like stepping back in time to the height of the Renaissance. Get an insider’s perspective on the fascinating city and its treasures with a private tour. Choose from a morning, afternoon or evening tour and meet your art historian guide in the Piazza della Repubblica, the historic, open-air gathering place that’s home to many important statues and buildings.

Explore the city's spiritual center on a tour of the magnificent Duomo complex, including the beautiful green-and-white marble baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Santa Maria dei Fiori Cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi’s famous dome (entrance fees not included).

Next, head to the Academia Gallery to admire one of the world's most iconic artworks — Michelangelo’s larger-than-life ‘David’ statue. Learn about the history of the piece and how it was relocated here from Piazza della Signoria in 1873. See Michelangelo's ‘Prisoners’ series and other statues and paintings representing the very best of the Renaissance.

Depending on the pace and preferences of your private group, continue on to see other Florentine highlights including Piazza della Ufizzi and the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge. Throughout the tour, ask all the questions you like and enjoy the expertise and personalized attention of your private guide.

Please note: Museum and attraction entrance tickets are not included in the tour price. Your guide will pre-book reservations for you to avoid the long lines, and you will collect and pay for your tickets before entry.

Ponte Vecchio (Pass By)

Galleria dell'Accademia

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Piazza della Signoria (Pass By)

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (Pass By)

Battistero di San Giovanni (Pass By)

Campanile di Giotto (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Reviews

4.5

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Through the streets of Florence with a native.

Martha_W, Oct 2023

Our guide planned a comprehensive walking tour of the city. It was easy to meet him at a designated point. As a Florence native, he shared many interesting and uncommonly known things about Florence.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hi Martha! So nice to read your review! Thanks for choosing Toscana Guide and for the time you used for your review! Lucky us to meet such interested guests ;) See you soon around our Wonderful Tuscany. Arrivederci!

Make sure you are well rested before tour as it is all walking

Carrie_R, Sep 2023

We did this tour after morning travel from Rome, so we were a bit tired. I would suggest you have some rest before this tour as it is a walking tour for 3 hours. Our guide had so much knowledge about Florence, but she seemed to get a little irritated because we did not know as much as she or we were not as engaging as she may have liked. She was a very kind lady, but I would make sure you are well rested.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hi Carrie, I'm really sorry for your review. When you buy a private tour, it is your tour. It means you can choose to do it in the best way for you. Our guide cannot decide to do a shorter tour, but you can always ask to a private guide to do it, to change the visit, to see something different from what you bought. It is not a shared tour, it is your tour. Since, as you wrote, your "guide had so much knowledge about Florence" and "She was a very kind lady", I don't think we deserve 3*. She is a professional, with deep knowledge of the city and its riches, with great professionalism. Please, pay more attention in the future because a hasty review can damage professionals who take so much care of their work. Regards

Excellent Tour with Most Knowledgable Guide

Elizabeth_C, Jun 2019

This tour is perfect for people who either don’t have much time in Florence or who want to orient themselves to the city at the beginning of their stay. Sara was an excellent guide. Of all of the private tours we took on this trip (Rome, Vatican, and Colosseum) Sara was the most knowledgeable of the guides. We were traveling with a toddler and Sara was always willing to stop for a short break to feed or diaper the baby. Excellent private tour and a great value. Thanks so much, Sara!

Response from Host, Aug 2019

Hi! Here I am to thank you personally for choosing Toscana Guide. And more thanks for the time you spent for this review. Our great pleasure to have been your guide discovering Florence Grazie mille! Francesca Donati

EXCELENTE

GABRIELAMARIA_Z, Jul 2019

Excelente nuestro guía Luis, muy atento, paciente y ameno, se adaptó a nuestro ritmo, ya que teníamos una persona mayor en el grupo, y nos ilustró con muy buenos comentarios y anécdotas. Nos encantó el recorrido por la ciudad, y luego la frutilla de la torta, el David de Miguel Ángel. Lo recomiendo totalmente.

Response from Host, Aug 2019

Thanks a lot for choosing Toscana Guide and more thanks for the time you spent for this review. It is very important for us to know that our commitment and continuous study can give good memories to those who choose to discover Italy with us. Grazie mille! Francesca Donati

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