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Enjoy a stress-free way to visit Florence’s popular Accademia Gallery—and to discover Michelangelo’s “David,” its highlight attraction—with this priority admission ticket package. Upon booking, choose a start time that works best for you. After picking up your tickets nearby, enjoy skip-the-line entry to bypass the crowds. Once inside, explore at your own pace with a downloadable audio guide included in the ticket price, plus WiFi access and baggage deposit for added convenience.

Discover some of the highlights of Tuscany on this day trip from Florence by coach. Visit historical hill towns Pienza, Montalcino, and Montepulciano; admire the gorgeous, vineyard-covered scenery of Orcia Valley (Val d’Orcia); and enjoy cheese and wine tastings as you stop at local wineries and other venues. It’s a great day out in the Italian countryside.

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.

Head to the Italian Riviera on a small-group day trip from Florence to the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site of five cliffside villages. After the drive, travel by boat (weather dependent) and short train rides to Monterosso, Vernazza, and either Riomaggiore or Manarola. Enjoy free time for swimming or exploring local artisan workshops.

The Tuscan countryside is a gourmet paradise, but few transportation options keep many travelers limited to Florence. Explore Siena, home to a magnificent cathedral and the famous Palio horse race, and the storybook village of San Gimignano (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) during this small-group tour. A seasonal lunch and Chianti wine tasting at a family-run vineyard are included.

Explore Florence in a fun and eco-friendly way on board a private electric cart, chauffeured by a personal guide. See more of the Renaissance city than you would on foot, accessing narrow medieval squares and streets off-limits to larger vehicles. The open-air car seats up to five and emits no noisy fumes, letting you preserve Florence’s air and historic atmosphere while sightseeing.

Seeing both San Gimignano and Siena in one day can be difficult to coordinate on your own. This guided day trip from Florence simplifies the journey, combining two of Tuscany’s most atmospheric towns into a single, well-paced itinerary. Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a guide providing insight along the way, then enjoy free time in each destination to wander medieval streets and take in the scenery at your own pace.

Explore the Tuscan countryside during a full-day tour from Florence with horseback riding. Your guide provides a gentle horse and riding gear, then leads you through the vineyards, olive groves, and rolling hills of the Chianti region. Afterward, visit the medieval town of San Gimignano, and enjoy a typical Tuscan light lunch with a wine pairing. Option available to substitute a farm tour for the horseback ride if desired.

Marvel over Renaissance masterpieces and historic treasures at one of Florence’s most popular museums on this guided tour of the Accademia Gallery. Skip the queues with fast-track entrance, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of a certified guide. Stand in awe before Michelangelo’s original ‘David’ sculpture; admire works by artists like Giambologna and Botticelli; and see rare musical instruments, including a 1690 Stradivarius in the Conservatorio Luigi Cherubini.

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.

The dome atop Florence's Duomo offers unique views of the city, but tickets sell out long in advance. Secure your spot with pre-booked entry on this guided tour. Head straight into the church with skip-the-line access, bypassing the long wait. After touring the cathedral, make your way up the staircase and along corridors that have been closed to the public for centuries. Then continue to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, if you wish.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and effortlessly explore the Tuscan countryside on this full-day tour to Pisa, Chianti, and San Gimignano. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Leaning Tower and its cathedral, as well as a tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval town of San Gimignano. Opt to have a typical Tuscan lunch with wine tasting, and conclude with a walking tour of the historic center of Siena.

See the Tuscan gems of San Gimignano, Siena, and Monteriggioni, without the hassle of navigating, on a day tour from Florence. Visit San Gimignano's Duomo and explore Monteriggioni's medieval walls. Enjoy a farm-to-table 3-course lunch with a guided tasting of three Chianti wines. Finish in Siena with a guided tour of its historic center and a stop at the Duomo.

Discover three of Tuscany’s most iconic destinations all in one day—and benefit from hassle-free transit—on this time-saving four from Florence. Snap photos of the famous Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, stroll through the UNESCO-listed hill town of San Gimignano, and step inside Siena’s cathedral. This tour also includes bonus experiences, such a wine tasting in Chianti and a traditional Tuscan lunch.

Avoid spending hours on a tour bus and instead see Italy from behind the wheel of a retro Fiat 500 on this small-group, self-drive tour through Tuscany. Take a spin around the countryside—staying in touch with your guide via 2-way radio— and enjoy panoramic views of Florence and a stop at the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Your guide leads the way to a private terrace for a delicious Tuscan lunch before returning to Florence.

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.

This flexible group tour from Florence offers options and upgrades that make it easy to visit Pisa's main highlights. Don't worry about navigating unfamiliar public tranportation, with two-way coach transfers arranged for you. Get dropped off at Piazza dei Miracoli, then choose to explore on your own or upgrade to a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets to Pisa Cathedral and the Leaning Tower.

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.

Explore the highlights of Tuscany, without the hassle of logistics, on a full-day tour of Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti, and Pisa from Florence. Travel in a comfortable minibus and enjoy a guided tour through the medieval streets of Siena and free time in San Gimignano. Take a break over lunch and wine at a Chianti winery, then admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa. If you're pressed for time, opt for the afternoon tour without a Pisa stop.

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.

Go beyond Florence on this day trip to Pisa and Lucca on a day trip. Enjoy flexibility with different package options. Choose whether to set your own pace and explore each city on your own, or let a guide handle your touring itinerary (with select entry tickets included). In Pisa, admire the Piazza dei Miracoli—with the Baptistery, the Duomo, and Leaning Tower. Afterward, journey to Lucca to discover the Cathedral and Piazza dell 'Anfiteatro.

Avoid the hassle of navigating Lucca’s historic center on foot or missing hidden local spots on your own with a relaxed bike tour through Lucca. Cycle along the city’s ancient walls and quiet streets while a guide brings local history and food culture to life. Pause to enjoy regional wine, brunch, snacks, and Tuscan specialties without needing to plan stops or reservations.

Take in the top sights in Florence in just a few hours without getting footsore with this guided bike tour. Cycle past the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and other top sights while learning about the city’s history and culture from your guide. Get insider tips like where to find the best gelato as you pedal through the city center and charming Oltarno neighborhood across the Arno River.

Make the most of your time in Florence with this express skip-the-line Accademia Gallery tour that covers the collection’s highlights—including Michelangelo’s iconic “David”—in just an hour. Zip past the line with fast-track entry and follow your guide to marvel at one of the most famous statues in the world along with other masterpieces. The tour is available in English and Spanish.