Top Florence Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 9

Skip the lines and explore Florence’s Duomo—Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral—at your own pace with reserved entry and a multilingual audio guide. Admire Brunelleschi’s Dome, the stunning Last Judgment fresco, and the cathedral’s stunning architecture while uncovering its rich history and the Medici family’s legacy. With a dedicated host to assist you, this hassle-free experience offers deep insights into one of the Renaissance’s greatest masterpieces.

Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world, admiring the most important works to appreciate the art of the Italian Renaissance. First you will visit the Uffizi Gallery with its Collections of Works of Art, Masterpieces by Renaissance artists and protagonists such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. Then the Accademia Gallery, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, one of the most famous Florentine symbols. The Gallery is one of the places with the highest number of sculptures by Michelangelo, you can also admire the Museum of Musical Instruments, the largest collection of paintings with a gold background and the Hall of Prisoners with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II. You will enter from the priority entrance to the museum and enjoy a journey into the life of Michelangelo's genius.

Discover the Chianti wine region, direct from your Florence address, on this private wine tour. Travel with a driver who'll handle all transportation for you, so you don't need to hire a car or go looking for a designated driver. Enjoy the flexibility of paying for lunch and wine samples at each location. Sample wines including Super Tuscans and Chianti Riserva, taste extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Admire views of the Tuscan countryside that few other visitors get to experience on this morning hot-air balloon flight. After boarding, lift off with your pilot and soar up to 2,000 feet (609 meters) into the air. Soak up a new perspective on Tuscany’s olive groves and vineyards spread out below, as well as quaint villages and castles. After landing, toast your adventure with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, and enjoy breakfast bites.

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.

The Florence Duomo is one of the world’s most important cathedrals, and comes with the history to match. Avoid missing out on crucial information on this guided walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site to learn how it was built and the role Florence played in the Renaissance. Appreciate Giorgio Vasari’s "Last Judgment" fresco and hear how the cupola was created while admiring the artistic treasures within the complex.

The Uffizi and Accademia contain Florence’s two top art collections, but the lines to enter and vast size of the museums can be daunting. With this combination tour, save hours with timed entry tickets and cover both museums in one day with a guide. Focus on the highlights to take in the top artworks without getting overwhelmed, plus learn about the masterpieces and artists who created them with commentary along the way.

Understanding Tuscan food and wine culture from a restaurant table gives only a partial picture—an organic farm visit is the only way to see where the ingredients come from and learn the techniques behind the dishes firsthand. This hands-on tour in Fucecchio, roughly 45 minutes from Florence, covers barrel wine tastings, herb gathering, pasta making, and a sit-down meal on the farm.

Leaving from Florence, this wine tour takes you to two distinct organic wineries in Tuscany. During each visit, learn about the concept of "terroir," how Chianti and Chianti Classico wines are made, and how to distinguish wine characteristics while you sip. In between the two winery visits. Stop for a lunch feast at a well-known butcher shop.

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.

Keeping children engaged while covering Florence's historic center takes more than pointing at landmarks. The city's art and architecture require context and delivery that standard tours don't often adapt for younger audiences. This private family tour covers the Palazzo Vecchio, Duomo, and Ponte Vecchio with an art historian-trained guide who uses interactive games and multimedia tools to hold children's attention throughout.

Travel comfortably by tour bus from Florence to La Spezia, then enjoy scenic boat cruises along the Ligurian coast. Explore Portovenere's medieval streets and the iconic Church of San Pietro, cruise to Monterosso for free time to swim and shop, and visit Manarola's colorful harbor by train. This full-day tour offers a relaxing way to experience all five Cinque Terre villages from the sea and land.

Get a more intimate glimpse of Florence than you would by coach or car—and discover many of the city's best-known sights, all in one outing—on this introductory walking tour. Without worrying about getting lost, follow your guide to major landmarks ranging from the Florence Duomo and Ponte Vecchio to the Piazza della Repubblica, all while benefiting from their insider knowledge and stories along the way.

See Florence’s unique Renaissance atmosphere and learn how to take better pictures on a photo walk with a professional photographer. Bring along your camera (even a cellphone) and walk with a professional photographer guide through the medieval city streets and piazzas, to capture unique and beautiful views of the city’s most iconic sites and hidden charms. Get tips on composition and other photo techniques to create a collection of frame-worthy images that memorialize your trip.

Guided tour of the most important monuments of the city and the historic center of Florence. Buy time with an expert driver from the city of Florence. the best choice for disabled people to see the city up close.

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.

Visit the most popular museum in Florence without waiting in line for a ticket when you book this private tour of the Accademia Gallery. Join your private guide for a walk through the museum to see Michelangelo's David statue and other works of art. Then stroll the city with your guide and learn more about its Italian Renaissance history. You’ll visit public squares and view landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio and Duomo.

Save money at two of Florence's top art museums when you book this self-guided tour to both the Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery. Get instant confirmation on your smartphone, plus a downloadable app to help you learn the history behind museum highlights like Michelangelo's “David” and Botticelli's “Birth of Venus” on a self-guided tour.

See the world-class treasures of the Uffizi Galleries in Florence without the risk of missing out at this incredibly popular attraction. After presenting your ticket, explore the historic galleries at your leisure, perhaps admiring works by Renaissance masters Botticelli, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and Leonardo da Vinci. Your ticket also includes access to the museum’s rotating special exhibits, so you won’t miss a thing.

Ideal for travelers looking for off-the-beaten-path adventures, Italian-style, this tour pairs an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) off-road session with wine tastings and medieval village visits. After a quick lesson, explore the Chianti countryside riding your own ATV or on the back of someone else's. Then, hop on the tour minivan and head to the Tuscan hill towns of Montefioralle and Piazza Matteotti for exploring and shopping. Finish the day with a generous lunch and six wine tastings at a classic Tuscan winery.

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.

Avoid the hassle of following a tour group and visit one of Florence's most popular attractions with this self-guided Uffizi Gallery tour. Step right inside the world-renowned museum at your scheduled time, and explore Renaissance masterworks at your own pace using a self-guided tour app. You can also add a ticket to the Accademia with a self-guided tour to see the iconic "David" statue by Michelangelo.

Florence's rich collection of art and architecture can overwhelm first-time visitors. This private walking tour provides a hassle-free overview of the city’s highlights, with an art historian guide leading the way. Visit landmarks from Santa Croce to Ponte Vecchio, and enjoy skip-the-line access to the Duomo and Brunelleschi's Dome, which you can climb for panoramic views.

Most Tuscany tours from Florence include hours cooped up in a tour bus on the main highways. On this unique experience, you'll take the wheel to drive along idyllic country roads in a vintage Fiat 500, plus get a taste of local cuisine. Travel in convoy behind an expert guide so you can focus on the Tuscan views rather than a map, and wind your way through the hills to the villa. Then, enjoy time to stroll among the gardens and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch with a wine tasting.