Top Tuscany Architecture Tours

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.

Discover the enchanting Florence Gardens like never before on a 3-hour private tour. Your personal guide will walk you through the Boboli and Bardini Gardens, giving you exclusive insights into their rich history and impeccable design. Marvel at the architecture, vibrant flowers, towering trees, and rare plants. After exploring the Boboli Gardens your guide will escort you to the Bardini Gardens, which are reminiscent of an outdoor museum and showcase a multitude of art pieces from different ages.

All'esterno, il Palazzo Vecchio del XIII secolo assomiglia a una fortezza di pietra, ma all'interno è sontuoso come Versailles. In questo tour conoscerai le storie e i segreti del palazzo da una guida locale, passeggiando tra stanze private e sale affrescate che hanno visto generazioni di monarchi. Con oltre 800 anni di storia fiorentina, c'è così tanto da scoprire.

Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces and historic treasures at one of Florence’s most popular museums on this guided tour of the Accademia Gallery. Gain more insight than you could on your own by visiting the collection's highlights with a guide. Stand in awe before Michelangelo’s "David," admire works by artists like Giambologna and Botticelli, and see rare musical instruments.

Learn a new skill on vacaton and try your hand in an Italian kitchen during this hands-on pasta-making class in Florence. Use seasonal and organic ingredients to make different types of pasta with different sauces and a typical Italian dessert under expert guidance. Enjoy lunch or dinner with Tuscan wine and take home printed recipes to recreate your dishes at home.

Saddle up for this bike tour through the streets of Florence. Check off more city sights than you would on foot, making the tour ideal for travelers with limited time. Pass attractions such as the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio. Learn interesting facts and anecdotes about the Renaissance city from your guide.

Enjoy a flexible, personalized, and budget-friendly way to explore Florence with this self-guided smartphone audio walking tour. Don't worry about following along in a big group. Instead, receive access links when booking, and then set off using an interactive map. Head straight to the sights that interest you most on your own schedule, and learn facts and stories you'd otherwise miss.

Explore the beautiful Tuscan countryside like a real Italian on the back of an authentic Vespa scooter. Zip along hillside roads past historic villas, medieval villages, olive groves, and vineyards. Stop at a local farm and winery for a fresh Tuscan lunch and a tasting of Chianti wines. Drive your own Vespa, or ride with an experienced guide if you prefer.

Spend a day in Tuscany, visiting the cities of Siena, Pisa, and the medieval town of San Gimignano, without worry about getting lost among a large group. With a private driver, benefit from a more flexible itinerary with plenty of free time to explore at your own pace. Enjoy a stroll through Siena’s history-rich Old Town, then admire views over the Tuscan countryside from San Gimignano. Finish with a visit to Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli, and snap a photo in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

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, visit Michelangelo's original "David" with prebooked tickets to the Accademia Gallery and see the sculpture up close.

The Uffizi and Accademia galleries are two of Florence's most renowned museums. This guided combo tour includes admission tickets and headsets, letting you focus on masterpieces by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael without the hassle of separate tickets or getting lost. Your guide leads you through the highlights, enriching your experience of these must-visit galleries with ample time to appreciate the art.

Discover what is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance movement as you explore the heart of Florence on two wheels with this private guided bike tour. Follow your guide as you pedal through the streets, stopping at several important landmarks including the Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Your guide also provides context on the history of the city and the importance of the Renaissance.

The countryside outside Florence offers the green hills, medieval towns, and wineries that are synonymous with Tuscany. But, without local knowledge or your own car, you risk missing out on the region’s gems. This small-group day trip from Florence showcases both off-the-beaten-track villages such as Monteriggioni with famous towns such as UNESCO-listed San Gimignano and Siena. A wine tasting, cooking class, and traditional Tuscan lunch complete the day.

Spend a full day exploring a trio of Tuscany’s best-preserved medieval cities on a private day trip from Florence. Skip the stress of renting a car and let a personal chauffeur take your group directly from your hotel door through the Tuscan countryside and into the historic centers of Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa. Explore the cities at your own pace, with the help of tips and local guidance from your driver.

Spend quality time admiring the exquisite collection of art at the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, one of the world's most important art museums. Timed-entry admission lets you avoid a long wait in line to purchase tickets. Take a deep dive into the art with a small-group guided tour and gain a better understanding of famous works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, da Vinci, Caravaggio, Giotto, Raphael, and others.

On this private tour, gain access to the Leaning Tower of Pisa and other historical monuments around the oft-crowded Piazza dei Miracoli. Then, take a deep dive into the history and architecture of the tower along with the adjacent cathedral and baptistery by visiting with a private guide.

Florence's landmarks have direct ties to Dante's "Divine Comedy"—the poet was born and lived in the city, set scenes from the "Inferno" in specific Florentine locations, and was eventually exiled from it—but the connections aren't marked at the buildings themselves. A smartphone-based quest threads these literary connections through Palazzo Vecchio, the Duomo, and Brunelleschi's Cupola with clues to solve at each.

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 Tuscan countryside's historical gems with this full-day private tour from Florence to Pisa and Lucca. Start your day in awe of the iconic Leaning Tower, while an expert guide provides insight into its impressive monuments. In the afternoon, take a stroll through medieval streets inside Renaissance walls as you explore Lucca’s charming attractions.

The Accademia Gallery is one of Florence's must-see highlights, home to the world famous statue of David by Michelangelo. On this special day, having a guide is the best way to experience it without feeling lost in the crowds. During the tour, you'll step into Michelangelo's world and admire the incredible David a masterpiece of Renaissance art, known for its stunning detail and perfect proportions. This one-hour guided experience gives you clear and engaging insights into the gallery and its treasures. You'll discover the stories behind the artworks, learn about the artists' techniques, and understand what makes these masterpieces so unique. Make the most of free museum day by exploring the Accademia with a guide the easiest and most rewarding way to truly appreciate David and his history.

Keep things personal on this small-group tour of the Accademia Gallery. Unlike larger tours, this option limits the number of travelers to ensure an intimate feel and to leave plenty of time for questions. Pause at Michelangelo's "David" sculpture as your guide shares the stories behind its details, and learn more about the gallery's vast collection of Italian Renaissance art.

Sightseeing with kids in tow can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. Take the stress out of keeping your kids engaged while you take in the sights on this private, family-friendly tour in Florence. Let your guide facilitate games and activities to keep your children curious and captivated at each stop along the way, including a visit to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David.

Sightseeing with kids isn’t always easy, but this private tour of Pisa is tailor-made for families. Your guide keeps the whole family engaged with quizzes, games, and interactive iPad displays to bring monuments like the Cathedral and Baptistery to life—plus you’ll enjoy guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, avoiding wait times. Note: not recommended for travelers with heart problems or serious medical conditions.

Visiting a museum with the kids can be stressful, but this private tour of the Uffizi Galleries in Florence makes it an experience the whole family can enjoy. A specially trained guide designs games and activities so kids of all ages, as well as the parents, can have fun while learning about the Italian Renaissance. Plus, thanks to skip-the-line access and prebooked admission tickets, you can benefit from hassle-free logistics.