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Vasari Corridor: Our most recommended tours and activities

Florence: Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour

1. Florence: Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour

Cruise by iconic sights in Florence on an eco-friendly electric golf cart tour. Roll past sights like Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, and Brunelleschi's Dome. Listen to an audio guide as you go. Choose from 1-hour tour or a 1.5-hour tour that goes to Piazzale Michelangelo. Hop on an electronic golf cart head to Ponte Vecchio and cross the Ponte Santa Trinita Renaissance bridge over the Arno to the Oltrarno area, where you can admire the majestic Palazzo Pitti. Pass under the Vasari Coridor on your way back to the city center. Marvel at the architectural style of the Basilica of Santa Croce, the National Library and the back of the Cathedral with the famous Brunelleschi Dome. See one of the oldest hospitals in the world and the headquarters of the Medici family. Discover the legend of "Berta" and glide past the central train station. Continue towards the Santa Maria Novella with its impressive Renaissance façade.  Arrive at the Ognissanti district, gaze at the old city walls, and hear interesting facts and stories about Florentine traditions.

Uffizi Gallery: Small Group Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line

2. Uffizi Gallery: Small Group Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line

Explore one of the oldest and most famous art museums in the world. Seated in the historic center of Florence, the Uffizi Gallery has a world renowned collection of paintings and sculptures featuring works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. After having skipped the line with your special pass, your expert guide will recount fascinating stories about the lives of the artists, celebrated architects, and wealthy patrons that contributed to the magnificence of the Museum. Stroll through the ancient corridors and gaze at the innate genius that distinguishes Leonardo da Vinci’s and Michelangelo’s works. Stand in awe at the beauty of Botticelli's extremely famous masterpieces "Primavera" and the "Birth of Venus". This dynamic and comprehensive tour concludes atop the Gallery with a lovely view from the rooftop terrace. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Piazza degli Uffizi, the most important Civic and Political Center of Renaissance Florence.

Florence: Full-Day Trip by High-Speed Train from Rome

3. Florence: Full-Day Trip by High-Speed Train from Rome

Experience the beauty of Florence, the capital city of Tuscany and the birthplace of the Renaissance, in less than two hours by high-speed train from Rome. We will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to Roma Termini railway station, where our travel assistant will check you in and board the train with you. Upon arrival in Florence, our local guide will meet you in Piazza del Duomo and take you on a walking tour of the city, including the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, the Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. Then, enjoy access to the famous Galleria degli Uffizi and admire the masterpieces of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Raphael, and more, as our local guide unveils the secrets and stories behind these priceless works of art. After the tour, you will have plenty of free time to explore the city at your leisure and enjoy lunch or a snack (not included in the price) at a nice restaurant or bar. Finally, we will meet at a designated time, head to the train station, and travel back to Rome in the late afternoon. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and art of Florence with us.

Florence: Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Guided Tour

4. Florence: Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Guided Tour

Discover many of Florence's cultural highlights and two of the most famous museums in Europe with this walking tour. Enjoy skip-the-line access to both museums so as not to waste your precious time in the city. In the Uffizi Gallery, admire numerous portraits from the Medici Family by Bronzino, an incredible rendition of Madonna and the Child by Lippi, and the most famous paintings of the Renaissance including Primavera and The Birth of Venus by Botticelli. Enjoy an explanation of the paintings and artists from your professional guide. To finish, head to the Accademia Gallery, home to the famous David and one of the must-see museums in Florence. See numerous works by artists such as Michelangelo, Paolo Uccello, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Sandro Botticelli, and Andrea del Sarto.

Florence: Pontevecchio Bridge and City Sights Rafting Cruise

5. Florence: Pontevecchio Bridge and City Sights Rafting Cruise

Admire Florence's iconic historical sites from a different perspective: on a raft on the Arno River. Listen to your guide tell you stories of each location as you easily glide over the river's peaceful waters. Kick up your adrenaline with a quick descent down the San Niccolò water slide and see the marvellous Pontevecchio Bridge from beneath it. Follow the Arno River through the city, passing under its four main historical bridges. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the river, seeing Florence's city center and its incredible architecture from a unique and relaxing perspective. Glide past sights such as the National Library, Uffizi Gallery, Pontevecchio, Santa Trinita bridge with Ammannati's sculptures, and much more. Enjoy a thrilling descent down the dam of San Niccolò before arriving under the picturesque arches of the Pontevecchio Bridge. Take your time to admire the famed Vasari Corridor and the goldsmiths' workshops from below.

Boat ride & Tuscan Food: Lunch and Arno river E-Boat Cruise

6. Boat ride & Tuscan Food: Lunch and Arno river E-Boat Cruise

Bridges, churches, towers, gardens and palaces slide in front of your eyes like in a beautiful film while the boat silently slip zero-emission on the water, giving you the opportunity to admire the city of the Renaissance from a privileged and unpublished point of view: there are places and glimpses of rare beauty visible only from the river! Starting from Ponte alle Grazie, this beautiful electric boat in natural wood will take you on a fascinating journey into the history and art of the city thanks to the commentary of an audio-guide. Stories, anecdotes and secrets related to the river and the noble families whose magnificent palaces are reflected in the water. And the possibility of taking surprising and unusual photos of magnificent architectures such as those of the Uffizi Gallery and the Vasari Corridor, but also to the well-kept and unexpected garden on the river of the historic Rowing Association, the oarsmen who you will happen to greet as they ply the river with their slender and colorful boats. And finally the evocative passage under the ancient bridges that connect the two parts of the city: the elegant Ponte Santa Trinita adorned with statues and the iconic and romantic Ponte Vecchio with its glittering jewellery. After the cruise, a traditional Tuscan Lunch is waiting for you, in a typical Restaurant located in the old city, a few steps from the end of the boat ride on Arno River.

Florence: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

7. Florence: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Discover the highlights of Florence on a walking tour with a local guide. Feel the charm of the city that's known for its beautiful Renaissance monuments. Stroll through the city squares, learning about fascinating Florentine history and culture.  In a small group, cross the famous Ponte Vecchio while admiring the small jewelry shops, an integral part of this area. Your guide will tell you interesting stories and facts about Florence, and the artists that have shaped the city. Visit numerous sites, including the Uffizi Gallery from the exterior, the Vasari Corridor, Piazza Della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo Complex with Giotto's Bell Tower. Marvel at the Church of Santa Maria Del Fiore, the Baptistery, and the Dome, designed and built by Filippo Brunelleschi.  Continue the tour from the Dante Alighieri Quarter to Orsanmichele's church. Finally, you will visit Piazza Santa Croce and the fascinating facade of the Gothic-style Basilica, where artists such as Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli, and Rossini are buried.

Florence: City Highlights and David Private Tour

8. Florence: City Highlights and David Private Tour

Make the most of your time in Florence with a 3-hour tour of the most important sites and monuments. Meet your guide at your hotel in Florence and explore the Piazza della Republica, where the ancient Roman Forum originally was. Walk to Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city and listen to the history of the Florentine Republic, the Medici family and the Palazzo Vecchio. Admire the sculptures that make this piazza one of the most famous in the world. Proceed to the Ponte Vecchio and admire its jewellery, and hear the unique history of the Vasari Corridor, passing above it. Arrive at the Pitti Palace which was once the private residence of the grand dukes and admire its splendour. Continue your walk though the Oltrarno, the bohemian area of Florence full of artists, workshops and lovely cafes. Cross the Ponte Santa Trinita and stop for a stunning picture to the Ponte Vecchio from this side. Continue along Via Tornabuoni, the fashion designer street where you will be amazed by the beautiful windows. Pass through Palazzo Strozzi's courtyard and admire the essence of the Renaissance architecture. Continue your walk to the Duomo, and admire the Cathedral, Brunelleschi's Dome and the Baptistery. Lines at the entrance of the Cathedral can be very long, and there is no possible way to skip them, so the guide will decide with you at the moment what you want to do according to the time you have at your disposal. Walk to the Accademia, and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to see the original Michelangelo's David and the Prisoners. Your guide will tell you of the secrets of the statues and Michelangelo's life. The tour ends outside of the Accademia Museum.

Florence Medici's Mile 2-Hour Walking Tour

9. Florence Medici's Mile 2-Hour Walking Tour

Trace the fascinating history of the Medici dynasty on a 2-hour walking tour of Florence and learn how they used their wealth and power to patronize the arts and lay the foundations of the Italian Renaissance. Hear anecdotes about their intrigue, power struggles, betrayals and incredible foresight. Admire their former palaces and visit streets and squares where members of the family lived. Walk the same narrow streets they used to walk along to landmark monuments such as the Palazzo Medici Riccardi in the San Lorenzo district. Take a look at the church where they worshipped and built their mausoleum at the Medici Chapels in the Basilica di San Lorenzo. Marvel at Brunelleschi’s stunning dome. Continue to the Palazzo Vecchio on Piazza della Signoria, where Cosimo I de' Medici moved his official seat in May 1540, signaling the security of Medici power. Follow the route of the Vasari Corridor from the outside and learn more about the elevated passageway that allowed the Grand Dukes to move between the Palazzo Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti without being seen by the citizens. Arrive at the Palazzo Pitti and its magnificent Boboli Gardens for a look at the last residence of the Medici family at the end of your tour.

Florence: Ponte Vecchio and City Sights Guided Kayak Cruise

10. Florence: Ponte Vecchio and City Sights Guided Kayak Cruise

Admire Florence's iconic historical sites in an active way: on an inflatable kayak paddling on the Arno River. Listen to your guide tell you stories of each location as you easily glide over the river's peaceful waters. Try the adventure of manage your own boat and see the marvellous Pontevecchio Bridge from beneath it. Follow the Arno River through the city, passing under its four main historical bridges. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the river, seeing Florence's city center and its incredible architecture from a unique and relaxing perspective. Glide past sights such as the National Library, Uffizi Gallery, Pontevecchio, Santa Trinita bridge with Ammannati's sculptures, and much more. Enjoy the unique sensation to be on the water arriving under the picturesque arches of the Pontevecchio Bridge. Take your time to admire the famed Vasari Corridor and the goldsmiths' workshops from below.

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based on 444 reviews

We thought this was simply going to be an art walking tour, but we felt like we got so much more. Alex was amazing and you can tell he really loves the city and sharing details about it. We saw so many cool images on the street, but also got to see some of the sites and different areas of the city on the same trip. We saw cathedrals, churches, bridges, and the Palazzo Vecchio. We learned about local street artists like Blub and Clet and saw so many different street art images while we walked. We also visited 2 local artist shops where you can view more art and purchase it if you want. There's definitely a lot of walking involved on this tour, but it was one of our favorites on the trip.

It was really wonderful after days of walking tours and aching feet, to be driven around and shown the city. Alex was amazing! He even let us stop to pick up a cappuccino and would let us get off the golf cart to take pictures. He was really really lovely. My only regret is not knowing that was an option for other tours because i would have taken all the outdoor tours this way and saved our poor aching feet! Thank you Alex!

We were 10 minutes late because we got lost and our guide waited for us. We were so relieved. We got to see all the most important sites of Florence from the comfort of our own cart. The kids loved it. Our driver was so nice, taking pictures for us and sharing recommendations for places to go while in Florence. We followed his advice for dinner and it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had.

Great tour by Pietro. A member of our group is not able to walk long distances so it was great to see the whole city easily. He let us take some stops (gelato, free perfume museum) and have us lots of picture stops. Definitely go up to piazza san michanelgo. It’s an amazing view!

The tour guide was nice and friendly. It’s just we hardly understand his explanation in English while trying to describe the historical stories.