Full Day in Florence with Multiple Guided Tours

Highlights

• A local guide who is passionate and art-loving
• View house paintings from 13th century to the 18th century at the Uffizi Gallery
• Skip-the-line ticket for Accademia Gallery

Full description

• Accademia Gallery TourUnveil the history of Michelangelo's David, from its genesis to its present But that is not all! See also the awe-inspiring Rape of the Sabines by Giambologna and Ghirlandaio's St. Stephen. Discover the story of the unfinished Michelangelo Slaves and how they impacted his contemporaries. The tour ends in the Tribune, where you will have an in-depth view of David and Allori's Coronation of the Virgin Mary. Visit also the Gipsoteca Bartolini, with its rich collection of plaster casts by great artists.• Uffizi Guided TourA journey through history at the Uffizi Gallery! The Medici Office Complex is where it stands today, once upon a time a House for the most powerful family in Florence: also their grand art collection.We will start with Anna Maria Luisa de' Medici (the last heir) donating so generously all treasures belonging to her family. While climbing the grand staircase, learn about the building's architecture and the hidden stories behind the masterpieces. The first hall: early Renaissance works by Giotto, Cimabue, and Duccio. Be mesmerized by Botticelli's iconic Venus, da Vinci's breathtaking Annunciation, and Michelangelo's sole panel painting! In just an hour and a half, you will have absorbed much of the Uffizi's essence — leaving free time to revisit favorites later.• City Walking TourImmerse yourself in Florence's vibrant soul during this captivating walking tour! First stop: Piazza della Repubblica, for an introduction to its secrets before moving on to unravel those found at the Duomo. Witness Brunelleschi's genius dome alongside Giotto's bell tower while learning about the artistic minds behind these landmarks. Continue to Palazzo Vecchio and unravel the legacy left behind by the Medicis at Florence's historic town hall; decipher stories hidden among sculptures and fountains. Then onto Ponte Vecchio, a bridge lined with glittering jewelry shops. Join a local guide and head underground to explore the bridge's hidden side, including an exclusive visit to the medieval towers that guard its entrance, learning the history of this amazing bridge from its birth at medieval times as far as the Vasari Corridor, the Medici's secret passage.Our adventure ends at Pitti Palace, where the Medicis moved after they left Palazzo Vecchio and is all about getting to know better the cultural and historical implications of Florence.• Wine Tasting TourOur friendly, wine-obsessed guides take you on a luscious journey that will educate your palate and tantalize your taste buds.Learn about Tuscan wine's secrets: from selecting the grapes to corking the bottle. After that, lose yourself in the taste of three different featured selections— robust Chianti Classico plus its aged counterpart Chianti Classico Riserva and a Prosecco from Tuscany's crisp lands or a refreshing white wine.Each sip finds harmony when swirled alongside a bite of Tuscan life— an authentic tangy morsel of Parmesan cheese here, some briny olives there, classic bruschetta in hand. Round out the experience with some cured meats, such as salami and prosciutto — a true symphony of flavor.This isn't just a tasting but a celebration of Tuscan culture and culinary heritage. Reserve your spot and let yourself be transported to an Italy you will never forget!

Includes

• Officially Certified Guide
• Radio system to hear the guide
• Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Academia Gallery
• Entrance Ticket with reservation to the Uffizi Gallery

Not includes

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
• Transportation to/from attractions.

Know before you go

• Wheelchair and Stroller accessible
• The Walking Tour will operate only outside each attraction.
• The walking tour can be subject to favorable weather conditions. If it gets canceled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
• "Skip-the-line" access to the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery is guaranteed even in high seasons (except for any delay or strike made by the museum management).