Tours and Tickets to Experience Piazza Santa Croce

Florence has a long history of creativity and a heritage of crafting artisan goods. On this small-group tour, visit a variety of specialty stores, learning about everything from leatherworking to paper marbling before heading to a traditional Tuscan extra virgin olive oil facility for a guided tasting. Choose between a shorter 2-hour tour with three artisan visits or a longer 4-hour option exploring even more workshops.

Experience the ultimate blend of adventure and exercise with our 1- to 2-hour Kickbike tour of Florence. Kick off with the locals and explore the city's picturesque streets on a unique foot-scooter. With its larger front wheel and platform design, the Kickbike offers a smooth ride through the city's congested town centers. Unravel the city's secrets as you discover outstanding monuments, unearth hidden gems, and traverse charming neighborhoods.

Snack your way through the heart of Florence on a 2.5-hour small-group walking tour. The short excursion is the perfect opportunity to get a quick overview of Tuscan cuisine. Culinary highlights include schiacciata (flat bread), cantuccini (biscotti), and fresh homemade pasta. Follow your guide to the bustling San Lorenzo Market. A favorite with locals, the vibrant market offers a wide range of fresh ingredients and popular dishes.

Experience Florence through its culinary roots on a street food tour that blends local flavors with sightseeing of cultural landmarks. Taste traditional Tuscan bites at Mercato Centrale, walk past major sites like the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, and finish at the historic Piazza Santa Croce. This tour offers a flavorful way to explore Florence’s heritage while sampling some of its best-loved dishes.

A ride through the city of Florence, admiring its squares, churches, palaces. We will discover the little wine windows, small openings used for the sale of wine directly on the street and located on many ancient Florentine palaces. We don't run but we pedal at the pace you prefer to be able to enjoy the landscape and the tranquility of this entirely flat route that will make you discover the historic center of Florence. Not only the most popular tourist places but also small streets and squares that are not always indicated in the guides. The final surprise of our walk will be a glass of wine served directly from an ancient wine window of a Florentine palace!

Meet the artisans who are keeping Florence’s ancient craft traditions alive on a small-group shopping tour. Visit artisan workshops to see how traditional Italian and Florentine products like leather goods, marbled paper, and mosaics are made using methods passed down through the centuries. Browse quality handmade goods and pick up one-of-a-kind souvenirs to take-home. 

Explore Florence in a fun and active way on this small-group bike tour. Glide through bustling streets and discover iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and picturesque neighborhoods. Start near Palazzo Medici, the route takes you to must-see spots like Santa Maria Novella, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, and more, offering a unique perspective on Florence’s historic charm.

Florence is one of the most charming cities in Italy, full of history, art and beautiful architecture, all with a small-town feel, being the birthplace of Renaissance means there is plenty to do and see. Our is a historical and food and wine experience, not just a mere tasting of undistinguished dishes; we will learn, we will explore, we will discover, we will experience ONLY the best. We start from a place that for centuries has been a crossroads of merchants and citizens, we will talk about the Tuscan food tradition of the present and the past, the history of food and how they were consumed in various eras, we will learn how to distinguish the touristic traps and chose the best. Our knowledgeable guides have an art history degree and are food and wine experts, there is no improvising here, our tour is seriously set and kept under a continual improvement process. We truly aim to excellency! Please be aware this tour is NOT suitable for celiacs.

Eat your way through Florence while learning about the city’s rich history on a culinary and sightseeing tour. Follow your guide to the renowned San Lorenzo market to sample delicacies such as, cheese, truffles, olive oil, and more. You’ll also pass by the San Lorenzo Basilica to learn about the Medici family before heading to explore the Duomo. Wrap your tour up in front of Santa Croce with an espresso.

Go beyond the guidebook on a private 2-hour tour of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence. Through illuminating commentary, your guide brings over 500 years of history to life. Learn about the spectacular frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue and much more. The 15th-century Santa Croce also houses impressive memorials for noteworthy Italians such as Michelangelo, Rossini, and Galileo Galilei.

Florence is an amazing city, but it can be a little overwhelming or even boring for children. This short tour makes Florence fun for guests of all ages, thanks to the services of a private, engaging guide who takes a storyteller’s approach. See many of the main sights from the outside and ask questions along the way as you get your bearings in the art-filled city.

See several of Tuscany’s highlight destinations—and leave all the logistics and navigation to your guide—on this seamless, private shore excursion from Livorno. Disembark your vessel and hop aboard your private Mercedes to Pisa, where you’ll see the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower. Next, transfer to Florence where you can spot highlights like the Duomo and Santa Croce on a city tour.

Diving into the past has never been easier. From the majesty of the medieval Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa where a tower stands crooked as if by magic to the Renaissance city where a cathedral stands out with the dome of an architectural genius. We are talking about the fifth and second most visited cities in Italy, both UNESCO heritage sites. And on the journey between these two cities the Tuscan countryside. Our drivers can enter in sites where other can't. They will always be available if you want to stop for a break or extend the duration of the tour or customize the itinerary (within certain km). The highlights are the same for everyone in cities like these but we always know the best route with the right compromise between landscape and speed. Our drivers are all Tuscan and therefore will be able to give you genuine information and advice to improve the quality of the tour. The Tuscan way of life is "slow but enjoying every single moment". What are you waiting for?

Ideal for travelers with cruises harboring at La Spezia, this tour offers round-trip transportation to Pisa and Florence. Your private driver picks you up directly from your La Spezia Port cruise terminal and takes you to Pisa for a quick driving tour and a stop at the Piazza dei Miracoli, where you can visit the Leaning Tower. Then, it’s off to the historic center of Florence, where you’ll have several hours to explore on your own.

Discover Florence with an interactive audio guide, exploring the city's most iconic squares and monuments at your own pace. Stroll through the wonders of the old town and let yourself be guided by an engaging tale that will take you back in time, in the footsteps of Dante, Michelangelo and the Medici. The Guide is available in 34 languages and you can choose from three different routes: one designed for adults, one for children and one dedicated to the symbolic places of Medici power. Why book this tour? - Explore Florence whenever you want, with no time constraints or groups to follow. - Live the city in freedom, with the support of your smartphone. - Discover curated, accessible and immersive content for the whole family. All you need is your smartphone and an Internet connection. Warning: what you are buying is a digital product. There is no in-person accompaniment or entrance fee for the mentioned attractions.

Florence has so much to offer, from food and wine to art and history, that conventional walking tours don’t cover the bases. Enjoy a private, personalized experience and a route tailored to your unique interests when you book this custom walking tour. After filling out a questionnaire, you’ll receive an itinerary from your like-minded host. Please note that transportation, tickets, food, and drink are at your own expense.

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Live a different experience from the tours with the ship's bus. On board our vehicles with permission to enter the historic centers, you will be accompanied within walking distance of the main and famous tourist attractions, just like a VIP! Our driver will give you a lot of information to better appreciate the places you will visit. The first stop will be Pisa where you will take a short tour of the city with a stop in Piazza dei Miracoli to see with your parents the incredible beauty of the Leaning Tower. Continue to Florence, stopping at Piazzale Michelangelo to admire the view from one of the most suggestive points. Continuing through the historic center of Florence, we will drive through the narrow streets passing in front of the Church of Santa Croce and the San Lorenzo Point of Sale, until arriving in Piazza della Repubblica, where you will have free time to visit the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio and the Shopping Streets. Return to the port of Livorno in time to resume the ship.

Come and discover one of the most beautiful markets in Europe and enjoy spectacular street food thanks to this 3-hour experience discovering the food and wine of Florence. You will be accompanied by a tour guide on a journey to discover the streets of Florence, full of small shops that will give you the authentic flavors and atmospheres of the Tuscan capital. We decided to create an exclusive and intimate experience: the group will be really small, made up of a maximum of 6 participants. You will be able to establish a connection with your guide, so that you can live an authentic experience, experiencing first-hand the Italian lifestyle and Florentine food and wine. You will taste traditional Florentine specialties, sipping excellent Chianti and discovering details about the history, culture and traditions that will enrich your visit to the city of Florence.

Florence, the heart of the Italian Renaissance and the capital of Tuscany, boasts a rich culinary heritage. This region is renowned for globally famous products like Chianti wine, exquisite cheeses, Colonnata lard, cantuccini biscuits, and more. On this exclusive tour, you’ll explore the city’s gastronomy, art, and history, while visiting key landmarks. Led by a knowledgeable culinary guide, you’ll discover the historic food market and the city's most authentic eateries, where you can indulge in both innovative flavors and timeless recipes from Florence and Tuscany.

Taste Florence through its streets, markets, and historic piazzas on a flexible food tour lasting between 2 and 4 hours. Guests may choose the style and pace that best fits their visit, with changing itineraries, tastings, and neighborhoods depending on the selected level. The 2-hour Regular Tour, offered privately or in a small group, provides a flavorful introduction to Florentine street cuisine. Expect local favorites such as schiacciata stuffed with cured meats, crostini, coccoli, artisan cheeses, and traditional gelato—focused solely on food tastings. For deeper exploration, the 3-hour Gourmet Tour adds extra stops, cultural insight, and curated wine pairings from Tuscany. Travelers seeking exclusivity may choose the 4-hour Private Signature Experience, featuring personalized routes, premium tastings, and refined wine selections. In every version, a knowledgeable guide shares stories, traditions, and local tips—offering an authentic, delicious way to experience Florence.

Discover the artistic and historic heart of Florence on a guided walking tour designed especially for school groups. This engaging experience introduces students to the city’s role in shaping Renaissance art, architecture, and civic life while exploring its most atmospheric streets and squares. As they walk through the historic center, students learn about famous families, legendary artists, and everyday life in past centuries, stopping at major landmarks and quieter corners that reveal how the city grew and changed over time. The route becomes an outdoor classroom, encouraging curiosity, observation, and discussion. This educational tour offers a memorable way for students to connect with Florence’s cultural heritage while bringing history and art to life beyond the textbook.

Discover Florence on an electric bike with this guided tour, combining ease, adventure, and eco-friendliness. Visit iconic landmarks like Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce Church, the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and more, while learning about the city's rich history from your guide. Enjoy a delicious gelato, a treat first introduced in Florence during the Renaissance, and (if option selected) conclude your experience with a traditional three-course lunch at a local trattoria. - Pedal through Florence’s top attractions like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more! - A small group tour led by an expert guide - Enjoy the perfect balance of comfort and adventure with an electric bike, making it easy to explore even the city’s hilly terrain. - End your journey with a delicious gelato, a treat introduced during the Renaissance and loved by all - Add a Tuscan Lunch in a typical "Trattoria" located in the heart of Florence

Put on your detective cap and get ready to solve a historic murder mystery in Florence. During this interactive, self-guided game, follow the clues to solve a Renaissance-era crime involving an illustrious cast of Florentine characters. See some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden corners through a unique lens on this challenging scavenger hunt, and win a prize if you’re the first to crack the case.