Top Florence Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 6

Make the most of your precious time in Florence with priority entrance tickets to the world-famous Accademia Gallery, best known as the home of Michelangelo's "David" statue. Beat the crowds that are a constant at this popular attraction, and head straight inside the hallowed halls to admire Renaissance masterworks. Stay as long as you like during museum opening hours, and view the art at your own pace.

Get an in-depth look at Florence’s most iconic landmark with a guided tour of the Duomo complex. Skip the line to climb Brunelleschi’s Dome for panoramic views, then explore the cathedral’s intricate architecture and religious history. With a guide and timed entry, this is an efficient and informative way to experience the Duomo.

Make your experience of Florence’s Duomo one to remember with skip-the-line tickets and the opportunity to climb Brunelleschi's grand dome. You’ll ascend the steps into the famous dome to immerse yourself in its history and see its frescoes up close, while enjoying panoramic views of the city.

Michelangelo's iconic *David* is one of the world’s most recognizable artworks, so it’s unsurprising that it draws large crowds. Save yourself hours of waiting in line with a skip-the-line admission ticket to the Accademia Gallery, home to David and more Renaissance masterpieces. Plus, you can choose from multiple time slots to suit you.

Explore Florence quickly and efficiently on a guided bike tour, available in both the morning and afternoon. Pedal past attractions such as the Dante House Museum (Museo Casa di Dante), where the author of the Inferno was born. Stop at landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and Piazza della Repubblica.

The Uffizi Galleries are among the world’s most famous and celebrated art museums, but it can be a challenge to get children excited about art history. This private half-day tour is specially designed for families, with fun commentary and interactive games and quizzes to keep the kids entertained. Adults can admire the art without worrying about bored kids. Morning or afternoon time slots are available to suit your family’s schedule.

Seeing the sights of Florence can involve a lot of walking. Cover the ground, including hidden lanes that traditional cars can’t enter, without wearing out your shoe leather on this private tour. Open sides offer wraparound views of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed historic center. Upgrade to the panoramic tour to include a stop at a romantic fountain and Piazzale Michelangelo for sweeping rooftop vistas.

Make the most of your precious vacation time in Florence on a 1.5-hour tour of the Duomo. Some tourists spend up to an hour waiting outside the city’s most famous attraction. However, with special skip-the-line tickets you enjoy immediate entrance. Once inside, listen to your enthusiastic guide through a provided headset and enjoy live commentary on the cathedral. Feel free to ask questions for a more immersive tour experience.

Glide under the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge and across the Arno River on a Florence river cruise. Hop aboard your barchetto—a small traditional boat that is one of only four still operating in the city. As you see the sights like the famous Uffizi Gallery from the water, toast your fellow mates with glass of chilled Tuscan rosé or white wine.

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.

Booking a skip-the-line ticket to Florence's Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell'Accademia) lets you breeze past long lines at one of Europe’s most famous galleries. Choose a time slot that works for you and enjoy Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s "David" at your own pace. An optional audio guide app is available to enhance your experience.

Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace on this private half-day tour of Florence. With a local host dedicated just to you and your party, you can help create an itinerary that focuses on the main highlights or places that interest you specifically. Learn about the history and culture of Florence and taste a drink or snack depending on the option you book.

Learn secrets of Santa Croce Basilica that you wouldn’t likely learn if you visited on your own on this guided tour Florence’s “Temple of the Italian Glories.” See the tombs of luminaries including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli, admire museum-worthy frescoes by Giotto, and learn about the design of this Franciscan jewel.

Tuscany has played backdrop to countless movies, but getting around the stunning region—and knowing where to find filming locations—takes local know-how. Discover a hand-picked selection on this full-day, small-group adventure. From the vampires of the Twilight saga to Diane Lane in "Under the Tuscan Sun," you’ll enjoy free time to explore iconic sites in Siena, Montepulciano, and Cortona. Even better, a light lunch and wine tasting are included.

Explore the Italian Riviera without having to rent a car on this day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence. After arriving at La Spezia, follow your guide to each fishing village, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Swim in turquoise waters and soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.

Soak up the flavors of Italy on an olive oil- and wine-tasting tour in Tuscany. Depart from Florence to the heart of the Chianti Classico region, known for its red wines, flavorful olive oil, and scenic medieval villages. Visit two to three wineries and an olive oil mill to learn about production with your guide and relax over tastings. Enjoy a gourmet 3-course Tuscan lunch at a boutique estate before returning to Florence.

Book a skip-the-line entry ticket for the Accademia Gallery in Florence online, and get instant confirmation for your trip to the renowned Renaissance art museum. Saving you time and hassle at the turnstiles, the prebooked ticket offers access via a priority entranceway so you have more time inside to focus on Michelangelo's "David." More masterpieces by Botticelli and Lippi await.

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.

The Medici Chapels are the final resting place of the dynasty that put Florence on the map and home to spectacular semi-precious stone work and masterpieces of sculpture and architecture by Michelangelo. Hear gory tales of conspiracy, revenge, and mysterious deaths from your private guide—headsets included to cut out background noise—as you explore the New Sacristy and more.

Get a glimpse of Renaissance Florence with this small-group guided tour of the Palazzo Vecchio. With a guide, you'll get the lowdown on the historical home of the powerful Medici family, and find the masterpieces that are hidden around its halls. Listen to commentary that’s packed with historical curiosities, and explore in a group that’s limited to 15 people for an intimate tour.

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."

Explore the highlights of Florence's Accademia Gallery, including Michelangelo's original "David", without getting overwhelmed navigating it independently, on this group tour. Gain insights into the artist's works and those of other Renaissance artists, as your guide provides commentary that goes beyond the information panels. This express-length tour is well-suited for travelers who want to get a taster of the art museum's displays but only have limited time to do so.

Visit two of Florence’s top museums, the Accademia and the Uffizi Gallery, in just one tour that includes timed entry tickets. Admire Michelangelo’s "David" at the Accademia, and more impressive works of art, then opt for an included lunch, if you wish, before heading to the Uffizi Gallery for a guided tour of the highlights, including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus."

If you’re short on time in Florence, make sure you check off the Renaissance city’s historic sights in less time with an express walking tour. Alongside a guide, you’ll walk the streets of the old center as tales of Dante, Michelangelo, and Brunelleschi ring in your ears. Highlights of the route include Florence Duomo, Orsanmichele Church, and the sights of Piazza della Signoria.