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Explore some of the most popular Tuscan hill towns on this day trip to Siena, San Gimignano, and Monteriggioni from Florence. Enjoy visiting each town independently while also having the round-trip transportation organized in advance. Learn about the famous region from the tour leader on board the bus, listening to informative commentary as you travel.

See the iconic Leaning Tower on this half-day group tour to Pisa from Florence. An expert guide will take you on a walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli and its monuments including the cathedral and baptistry. After posing with the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa, enjoy some time to explore the area independently before heading back to Florence.

Seeing both San Gimignano and Siena in one day can be difficult to coordinate on your own. This guided day trip from Florence simplifies the journey, combining two of Tuscany’s most atmospheric towns into a single, well-paced itinerary. Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a guide providing insight along the way, then enjoy free time in each destination to wander medieval streets and take in the scenery at your own pace.

Combine two of the most popular day trip destinations from Florence in one convenient tour on this small-group tour to the Cinque Terre and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Visit three of the five villages of Cinque Terre, traveling by car, boat (or optional hike), and train. Then stop in Pisa on the way back to Florence to see the famous leaning tower.

Get swept up in the scenery and romance of Verona and Lake Garda on a day trip from Milan. Led by a local guide, begin with a walking tour of Verona, passing the main square of Piazza delle Erbe, the Roman Arena and the house of Juliet where Shakespeare enthusiasts can call out to Romeo from the balcony. After pausing for lunch, head to the lakeside village of Sirmione to explore the medieval streets, famous castle and stunning views.

Make the most of your day in Tuscany with this all-in-one adventure from Florence. Skip the hassle of planning and enjoy a curated route through Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, and the Chianti Hills. Get up close to the Leaning Tower, sip wine and tuck into lunch at a rural vineyard and wander quaint medieval towns your own pace. Upgrade to add a guide or tower climb if you want to go all in.

Florence is home to some of the most important art and architecture in the world, but this Renaissance capital can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Get your bearings and touch on the top sights in just a few hours with this walking tour through its spectacular center. See the city’s top churches—including the iconic Duomo (Cathedral)—stroll through Piazza della Signoria, and take in views of the Arno River from Ponte Vecchio.

Ticket lines at the Accademia Gallery can stretch for hours, cutting into precious sightseeing time in Florence. This skip-the-line ticket secures your entry, and a self-guided visit means you can wander at your own pace, taking in Michelangelo's David, alongside some of the world's most famous Renaissance masterpieces.

Learn to cook authentic Italian recipes firsthand with this interactive, hands-on cooking class in Florence, set in a traditional restaurant a few minutes from the Duomo. Your professional chef guide will teach you how to make fresh pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu from scratch, sharing the rich cultural stories behind each dish. Enjoy a full meal with accompanying wine and take home recipe packs to recreate the experience at home.

Make the most of your time in Florence with this express skip-the-line Accademia Gallery tour that covers the collection’s highlights—including Michelangelo’s iconic “David”—in just an hour. Zip past the line with fast-track entry and follow your guide to marvel at one of the most famous statues in the world along with other masterpieces. The tour is available in English and Spanish.

Rather than taking typical transportation between landmarks, this private tour offers a unique take on a sightseeing experience. Travel to the city's notable highlights in a piece of Italian motoring history: an eco-friendly electric Fiat 500. Take in the Tuscan hills, visit the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, and more as you focus on the scenery rather than the road, while your guide handles the driving.

Admission to the Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery are the hottest tickets in Florence, and spots sell out far in advance. Avoid disappointment and optimize your time in the city with these pre-booked timed entry tickets that include skip-the-line access. Zip past the crowds at the entrances and head straight inside to take in the massive collection of art plus Michelangelo’s famous “David” statue.

The Medici family financed much of the Renaissance—but the connection between their banking empire, political power, and the art and architecture they commissioned is difficult to piece together without a guide to link the sites. This small-group tour covers the Cappelle Medicee, Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Palazzo Pitti, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo, tracing the Medici story across all five.

On board a new and safe electric Golf Car, open space, you can enjoy the unique experience of visiting Florence and all its beauties in total relaxation, to live a dream of other times. We will go through centuries of history with vocal descriptions and also with the help of MP3 audio guides.

Discover the secrets of Florence's Duomo on a private tour with a certified guide. In addition to providing pick–up from the doorstep of your accommodation, your guide offers facts and stories often unheard of by visitors. Head inside the Baptistery to admire the beautiful Byzantine mosaics of the vault as well as the "Gate of Paradise." You also see the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral and the "Opera del Duomo."

The Uffizi Galleries are a must-visit attraction in Venice, but they’re so huge that visiting alone can be overwhelming. Enjoy a small-group guided tour, with headsets included, so you don't miss a thing. Your guide tells you all about the Medici family, medieval Florence, and the Florentine Renaissance, and takes you to masterpieces by Botticelli, da Vinci, and other artists. Tickets aren’t included—pay your guide on the day.

Florence is home to dozens (if not hundreds) of famous sights, and trying to cover them all can quickly get overwhelming. Discover a hand-picked selection of top attractions during this private half-day walking tour. From the iconic Piazza del Duomo to Ponte Vecchio and the stunning Pitti Palace, you’ll cover the city’s artistic and architectural highlights in just a few hours.

Avoid a long wait in the sun at the Accademia Gallery on this express tour, which kicks off with time-saving skip-the-line entry. Once inside, cover the museum's highlights with the guide to make the most of your visit and learn about Michelangelo's masterpieces—including his famous “David” statue. Linger to explore the museum for as long as you like after the guided tour has concluded, or move on to sightsee in Florence.

Michelangelo's iconic "David" is one of the most famous statues in the world and the Accademia Gallery where it is housed is a top sight in Florence. With this tour, zip past the long line at the gallery entrance and head straight to Michelangelo's masterpiece and other highlights with a guide. Learn about their history and significance and take in the collection's most important works in just about an hour.

Take in the top sights in Florence in just a few hours without getting footsore with this guided bike tour. Cycle past the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and other top sights while learning about the city’s history and culture from your guide. Get insider tips like where to find the best gelato as you pedal through the city center and charming Oltarno neighborhood across the Arno River.

Florence’s Cathedral (Duomo) is the city’s most famous and dazzling attraction, but the long lines to enter can cut into your sightseeing time. Bypass the crowds and head directly inside on this small-group tour that includes fast-track entry. Climb to the top of the dome to enjoy spellbinding views over the rooftops to the Tuscan hills, then learn about the Cathedral’s history and architecture with an in-depth guided visit. Your ticket also includes access to the Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Duomo Museum for 72 hours so you can continue your exploration.

Step straight into the Uffizi—Florence’s crown jewel of Renaissance art. With a small group and a passionate guide, you won’t just see the masterpieces… you’ll feel them. From Botticelli to da Vinci, Michelangelo to Caravaggio—these aren’t paintings. They’re portals. Your guide brings them to life with secrets, stories, and drama that textbooks leave out. Choose your adventure: ⚡ Express Blast Move Fast. No detours. Core rooms only. Four icons. In & out. No mercy ⭐ Uffizi Masterworks Slow down. Go deeper. Stories stack. Meanings unlock. ‼️ Uffizi + Vasari Corridor Upgrade to the ultra-rare Vasari Corridor—the Medici’s private skybridge above the Ponte Vecchio, sealed for decades and still off-limits to the general public. It’s just reopened… and almost nobody gets in. This isn’t a museum visit. It’s a backstage pass to the heart of Florence. ⚠️ Corridor access is extremely limited. Group sizes are small. Once it’s full—it’s gone. Book now. Regret nothing.

Make the most of your time in Florence by stretching your sightseeing into the evening hours with this walking tour. Avoid the midday heat and crowds and join your guide for a stroll through the Renaissance old town after sundown, stopping to admire A-list sights like the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio. Learn about Florentine history and culture and stop to snap photos of the city by moonlight.

Venture beyond Florence’s historic center on this 2-hour electric bike tour of its surrounding countryside. Follow your guide along bike-friendly routes into the heart of the Tuscan hills, where vineyards, olive groves, and towering cypress trees create a picture-perfect landscape. Experience the region’s sights, sounds, and scents and finish your tour with some of Florence’s finest gelato or upgrade to enjoy lunch in a traditional trattoria.