Top Italy Architecture Tours - page 3

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."

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

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.

Reaching Siena and San Gimignano from Florence by public transport requires separate connections to two different destinations—and coordinating a return journey from both in a single day takes planning that most visitors don't have time for. This full-day tour covers both UNESCO World Heritage-listed towns and offers free time in each to explore Piazza del Campo and San Gimignano's medieval towers independently.

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

Take a break from sightseeing in Florence, and spend some time inside cooling off from the daytime heat, with this gelato and pizza cookery class. Under the guidance of a chef, learn how to make these Italian dishes whilst getting insight into the country's culinary traditions along the way. Feast on what you have made after the class has wrapped up and celebrate with unlimited wine and soft drinks.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on this walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. You'll also skip the lines at the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral. Afterward, stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join our expert gondolier in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

There's so much to see in the Eternal City that covering ground on foot isn't always the most efficient way to sightsee. Instead, see Rome's key sights, along with its lesser-known hidden gems, on this e-bike tour of the city. With your local guide and small group, pedal past ancient landmarks, admire shopping streets, explore bustling squares, and visit historic churches.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food plays a part in Roman culture, and enjoy sampling food and wine at various vendors in the city.

Spend a day exploring Venice on a full-day tour that travels by luxury coach from Florence. See highlights including Piazza San Marco, St. Mark’s Basilica, and Palazzo Ducale, and take a gondola ride on the canals (own expense). With a combination of guided tours and free time, you’ll experience the best of the Floating City in one day.

Tivoli, home to the spectacular Hadrian's Villa and Villa d’Este, is a popular day trip from Rome. Skip the hassle of traveling by train with this guided tour that includes transportation plus guided tours of both the ancient Roman ruins of Hadrian's Villa and the sumptuous Renaissance palace and gardens of Villa d’Este. You’ll even have time for a stroll through the town of Tivoli and traditional lunch.

Florence is home to three “David” statues, but the original masterpiece by Michelangelo is housed within the Accademia Gallery. Enjoy skip-the-line access to see the real thing without waiting. Whether you want to quickly see the colossal statue and move on or take in other Renaissance artworks by Botecelli, Pontormo, and more, do so at your own pace.

Witness centuries of history on this small-group tour of Pompeii from Sorrento. Ascend the slopes of Vesuvius with an alpine guide, and admire views over the Gulf of Naples from an altitude of 1,000 meters. Replenish your energy at a local pizzeria before heading to the ruins of Pompeii to explore baths, bakeries, theaters, frescoes, and mosaics buried by the eruption of 79 AD.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but what happens when your vacation ends? Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. Your professional Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Then, receive recipes to take home and practice your newfound skills.

Save time and hassle on your Rome vacation with prebooked access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided group tour. Learn more about Italian culture, art, and history as you explore the museum’s wings and galleries—including the Pine Cone Courtyard and Raphael Rooms. Choose to upgrade your tour to include entry to St. Peter's Basilica and/or a smaller group size.

Skip the hassle of navigating Rome’s busy streets and piecing together transport with a flexible sightseeing pass that brings top landmarks like Vatican City, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon into one easy route. With the freedom to explore at your own pace and onboard insights to add context, this experience removes planning stress while helping you make the most of your time.

Take a Rome hop-on hop-off tour by open-top bus, and spend time city sightseeing as you travel past attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican City. Relax aboard the double-decker Rome tour bus, listen to the audio commentary, and hop on and off at any of the stops. Select a sightseeing ticket that’s valid for the same day, 24, 48, or 72 hours, or two panoramic night 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, and admire the opulent Pitti Palace and the Duomo. Make the most of your time with timed entry to the Accademia to view Michelangelo's world-famous David sculpture.

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.

Leave the busy streets of Florence behind and soak up Tuscany's views on this small-group Vespa tour. Hop onto your scooter once you reach the beautiful country roads of Chianti, so you don't have to navigate inner-city traffic. Stop for a traditional Tuscan meal at a farmhouse and taste olive oils and Chianti wines for an authentic taste of Florence's culinary scene. You can also enjoy the journey in a Fiat Topolino e-car.

Visiting Pompeii from Rome independently means hours on crowded trains and buses. Save time and travel in comfort on this escorted day trip by air-conditioned coach. Take an expert-led tour through the ancient ruins of Pompeii and opt to customize your adventure by adding a steady-paced crater hike or scenic walk with a local geologist at Mt. Vesuvius or a 3-course Neapolitan lunch with views of the Bay of Naples.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.