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The ticket will allow you to visit Palazzo Vecchio without long waiting lines. For this attraction you can choose from the following options: - Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Palazzo Vecchio Museum - Skip-the-line entrance ticket for the Arnolfo Tower - Combined priority entrance ticket, Museum + Arnolfo Tower. Inside you can visit the Government Rooms of the Republic, the private rooms of the Granducale family, renovated and embellished by the architect and chronicler Giorgio Vasari, who was liked by the Grand Duke. The main attraction of the Palace is the Salone dei 500, entirely frescoed by Giorgio Vasari, as well as the rooms and apartments of the Grand Duchess Eleonora of Toledo. Enjoy one of the best views of the city on the terrace located at the rear of the palace and end your visit in the rooms where the ancient Florentine Republic met (Sala dei Gigli, Sala delle Maps Geographical, Hall of the last Chancellor of the Republic).

One of the best ways to see the Tuscan countryside is up close by bike. This half-day small-group bike tour conveniently departs from Florence and takes care of the itinerary and equipment rentals for you. Focus on sightseeing while your guide handles the navigation. Enjoy a tasting of local foods such as olive oil, fresh bread, and Tuscan cold cuts paired with a glass of Chianti wine.

Savor the flavors of Tuscany on a food and wine tour through Florence. Stroll through the city with a guide, learning about Florence’s culinary traditions, including the humble yet flavorful Cucina Povera (poor kitchen) cuisine. Stop at top eateries to sample classic dishes such as ribollita and panzanella paired with glasses of wine. Join a small group or upgrade to a private tour for a personalized experience.

Chianti is home to the scenic wine country and notable cellars, but getting there on unfamiliar rural roads on your own can be challenging. This group wine tour takes you to two different wineries in the Tuscan hills to explore the vineyards and their cellars, as well as relax over guided tastings. Sip local reds and whites, plus sample balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil, while enjoying views over the Chianti countryside.

Learn to eat and drink like a local Florentine on this tasting tour through Tuscany’s most famous city. Start with a crash course in Tuscan cuisine with regional cheeses, bruschetta, focaccia, and Chianti Classico wine. Afterwards, follow your guide to artisanal boutiques, art galleries, and trendy eateries to sample more food and drinks in wine bars and restaurants. All in all, enjoy about 8 food tastings and 6 drinks.

Tick off more highlights of Tuscany in less time—and enjoy a more personalized way to travel—on an activity-packed day trip great for first-time visitors. With just your guide (or small group, if option selected) for company, zip between highlights from Siena and Monteriggioni to San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Benefit from the included transit and your guide's insider knowledge along the way, and even enjoy a wine tasting and lunch.

As one of Florence's top attractions, the Accademia Gallery draws huge crowds of people wanting to see Michelangelo's "David" sculpture. This guided tour helps you get inside the museum fast, so you can spend less time waiting and more time admiring world-class artwork. Plus, you can upgrade to include a visit to the Uffizi Gallery or a city walking tour after your museum visit for more context.

Learn to appreciate some of the most prestigious reds from the Chianti region without the logistical hassle of getting around the countryside on your own on this full-day wine tasting tour from Florence. Join a small group and take a deep dive into the ‘Supertuscan’ world, plus get tips on developing your palate from a wine expert. Taste regional varietals at three different wineries, learn about wine-food pairings, and top it off with a Tuscan lunch at a boutique winery paired with more wine.

Home to masterworks from Botticelli and Michelangelo (including the original 'David' sculpture), the Accademia Gallery in Florence draws significant crowds. That's not a problem on this group tour, however. Beat the crowds with skip-the-line admission, which maximizes 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.

See what Tuscany has to offer without breaking the bank on this budget-friendly day trip to the region's highlights from Florence. Save hours with coach transportation and enjoy free time to explore the medieval old towns of Siena and San Gimignano, plus the sights of Pisa. Upgrade to a guided tour of Siena, or add-on a 2-course lunch with wine pairing for a hassle-free, all-inclusive day.

Explore Florence's Duomo in greater depth on this guided tour. Choose from a range of tour options to suit your budget and interests. If chosen, learn about Brunelleschi’s dome as you climb to the top, stopping along the way to visit the North Terrace, closed to the general public. Depending on your tour, use your passes to explore the rest of the cathedral complex at your own pace.

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.

The Basilica di Santa Croce, with its austere interior and neo-Gothic façade, is one of the largest Franciscan churches in the world, and is part of a complex of religious buildings that include cloisters, crypts, and the Museo dell’Opera. With this pre-booked ticket, save yourself the trouble of waiting in line for admission to the complex, leaving you more time to see the religious art and burial places of some Florence’s most important artists, writers, and scientists.

From masterpieces of Renaissance art to royal Medici intrigue, Florence is like a living history museum waiting to be explored. Uncover its medieval secrets on this guided 2-hour walking tour of historic highlights including the Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, Church of Santa Croce, Piazza della Repubblica and the iconic Duomo. Hear your guide’s live narration clearly through an audio headset.

Experience the best that Tuscany has to offer with this excursion that combines wine tasting and a self-drive Fiat 500 tour. Departing from Florence, hop behind the wheel of a gorgeous 1960s model and journey into the Tuscan hills with your convoy. Then, park your classic ride at a 15th-century wine estate and villa for a wine-tasting session (drivers are recommended to spit samples out), paired with a light lunch.

Explore Florence’s Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral inside and out on this group tour. The crowds and scale of the Duomo complex can be overwhelming, but a guide shows you highlights. Enjoy expert storytelling at the Opera del Duomo Museum and Baptistery, then use a 72-hour pass to visit the Crypt of Santa Reparata and climb Giotto’s Bell Tower (if option selected) at your own pace.

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 (depending on availability, see itinerary below), admire the view from Giotto’s bell tower, marvel at the richly decorated baptistery, and tour the renovated museum.

Explore Florence cuisine with a local foodie on a small-group culinary tour of the city that includes tastings at markets, shops, and cafés along the way. Sample Florence foods that range from fresh pasta and truffles to gelato and pastries. In between treats, walk by some of the city’s most beloved landmarks and local neighborhoods.

Tuscany has been known for its pottery since ancient times, and with this hands-on class you’ll enjoy an introduction to traditional Tuscan “majolica” in just a few hours. Head to a family-run workshop in Montelupo, a village known for its pottery production since the Renaissance. Visit a real pottery factory and learn about Italian techniques then create your own masterpiece that you can take home alongside a master potter.

Venture to the notable wine regions of Tuscany on this private day trip from Florence. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside and hop out to capture photos along the way. Venture into Siena and San Gimignano to explore must-see medieval landmarks at your own pace and finish your experience in Chianti with an optional wine tasting at a local winery.

With so much to see in Florence, it's hard to know where to begin—especially with limited time. Hit the highlights during this private walking tour, from Renaissance monuments and Medici palaces, to the Duomo and the Oltrarno. Plus, enjoy a visit to the original 'David' by Michelangelo, with timed entry tickets to the Accademia Gallery. Skip the crowds outside and head straight inside to see the sculpture up close.

Cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time when you book this private tour of Florence's historic sights via golf cart. While a guide shares an insider's perspective on the culture and history of the birthplace of the Renaissance, you sit back and relax in the roomy electric cart. Meet the tour at a central point in the city; choose from morning or afternoon tour departures.

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.

The Accademia and the Uffizi Galleries are two of Italy's most famous museums, replete with masterpieces. Cut through the noise and embark on a small-group tour through the highlights of both collections in just a few hours. Admire Michelangelo’s "David" at the Accademia, and more impressive works of art, before heading to the Uffizi Gallery for a guided tour of the highlights, including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus."