Top Florence Religious Tours

See the highlights of Florence without worrying about getting lost on this comprehensive walking tour. Stroll around the historic monuments of Piazza della Republica and Piazza della Signoria, cross the landmark Ponte Vecchio bridge, then admire the opulent Pitti Palace and the legendary Duomo. After browsing the designer boutiques of Via Tornabuoni and the artist’s workshops of lively Oltrarno before heading to the Accademia to view Michelangelo's world-famous David sculpture.

Come and visit the Dome of the Cathedral with this private guided tour, you will have the opportunity to enter without long waits following your guide who will accompany you to the top of the dome, the heart of the city of Florence. You will discover the history of this fascinating monument, which represents the architectural work, created by Brunelleschi, with the most importance in Europe since the Roman era. You will be fascinated by the extraordinary grandeur of the entire Duomo complex and during the visit you will be able to admire the frescoes that are located inside the dome up close and once you reach the top you will be able to enjoy one of the best panoramic views of the Renaissance city. At the end of the guided tour, you will be able to independently explore the other monuments: the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of San Giovanni and the Crypt of Santa Reparata in the following 72 hours (3 days) after the visit of the Dome by Brunelleschi.

Florence’s cathedral is the city’s crown jewel and most iconic monument, but its sprawling size and long lines can be discouraging. Skip the lines and enjoy an in-depth look at this vast complex on this private tour. Visit the Duomo from its soaring dome to its ancient crypt, admire the view from Giotto’s bell tower, marvel at the richly decorated baptistery, and tour the renovated museum.

Home to masterworks from Botticelli and Michelangelo (including the iconic *David* sculpture), the Accademia Gallery in Florence draws huge crowds. That's not a problem on this tour, however: You'll beat the crowds with skip-the-line admission, maximizing your time to explore. Plus, you’ll tour the gallery with a guide—audio headset included—and learn insights about the masterpieces that you'd never get on your own.

The Medici Family were the most powerful political dynasty of Florence, ruling the city throughout the Renaissance. Discover the truths, myths, and secrets of the legendary family as you explore the magnificent Basilica of San Lorenzo, the ‘church of the Medici’ on this small-group guided tour. Admire masterpieces by Brunelleschi, Donatello, and Verrocchio, visit the Medici Chapels, and discover Michelangelo's New Sacristy.

Plan ahead and make the most of your visit to Florence’s world-famous Uffizi Galleries with a small-group guided tour. Head inside the historic galleries with a guide who leads you straight to must-see highlights, such as Botticelli's “Birth of Venus” and Caravaggio’s “Medusa,” plus hidden treasures you might miss on your own. After this insightful art history tour, continue exploring the museum at your leisure during the extra time included.

Explore the crown jewel of Florence inside and out on this ultimate Duomo tour including a climb to the top of the cupola for magnificent views of the city and grand cathedral below. Learn the history of Brunelleschi's medieval feat of engineering, and admire the original baptistery "Doors of Paradise" and other Renaissance relics on a guided tour of the Opera del Duomo Museum.

Ride your own Vespa through Tuscany on this group tour from Florence. A local guide leads the way up through the scenic hills, where you pass the famous Piazzale Michelangelo and the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Afterward, head back to a country estate for a traditional Italian meal to top off your journey.

Step inside one of Florence’s spiritual gems with a guided tour of the Santa Maria de Novella church, a Gothic-Renaissance design that’s steeped in centuries of Florentine history. Admire evocative frescoes and devotional sculptures by Giotto, Brunelleschi, and Ghirlandaio that decorate the chapels while a guide explains their meaning and importance. For a sensory treat that combines the feel of a medieval apothecary with the fragrance of luxury Italian perfume, browse elixirs and bath products in the little-known pharmacy tucked within the church walls.

Discover the history and secrets behind some of Renaissance Italy's most important monuments on a guided, 2-hour tour of the famous Duomo complex in Florence. Enjoy St. John’s Baptistery, the Santa Maria del Fiori Cathedral, and the new Opera del Duomo Museum, home to many masterpieces of devotional art. If you wish, finish with a climb to the top of the iconic Duomo and Giotto’s Bell Tower for captivating city views.

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.

See a different side of Florence on this small-group guided walking tour, as you listen to stories of necromancy and magic. Hear tales such as the arsenic poisoning of an influential intellectual and friend of Lorenzo the Magnificent, and listen to stories of Templars and Cathars in the city, and their cruel forms of punishment.

Retrace the steps of Robert Langdon in the Dan Brown novel Inferno on this tour through the City of Lilies. The tour leads participants to many of the landmarks mentioned in the book including the Florence Cathedral, a stunning 19th-century Gothic Revival building. Visit the Baptistry of Saint John and Palazzo Vecchio, the main town hall. Your private guide is by your side the entire time to explain the significance of the sites you visit.

Discover one of the best views in Florence with an exhilarating climb to the top of Giotto’s Bell Tower. A private guide is with you every step of the way. Afterwards, get an up-close look at the famous baptistery doors and original treasures by Michelangelo, Ghiberti, and other masters inside the Opera del Duomo museums.