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Discover the authentic soul of Florence on a walking tour that blends iconic landmarks with hidden gems, perfect for travelers looking beyond the usual tourist paths. The tour begins with an external visit to three historic Medici residences, symbols of the family that shaped the Renaissance, followed by a walk along the Vasari Corridor, the Medici’s ancient secret passage. Cross the Ponte Vecchio, admiring its historic shops over the Arno, and explore the Oltrarno district, Florence’s most genuine artisan neighborhood, reaching the charming Santo Spirito area, loved by locals. Continue along Via Tornabuoni, where Renaissance palaces meet luxury boutiques, and arrive at Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum and the city’s political heart. The tour ends in the San Lorenzo area, near the Medici Basilica and the lively Central Market, full of local flavors and traditions.

Discover Florence’s famous Uffizi Gallery on a small-group guided tour. Follow your guide through the galleries to see highlights such as Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus” and Caravaggio’s “Medusa,” along with hidden artworks you may otherwise miss. Learn the stories behind the masterpieces, use headsets to hear the guide clearly if needed, and stay inside the museum after the tour to explore more at your own pace. • Learn about the art and its history from your guide • Headsets provided for clear audio if needed • Continue exploring the museum after the tour • Enjoy personalized attention in a small group

Accademia Gallery Tour – Discover Michelangelo’s David. Step into the heart of Florence and discover the artistic treasures of the Accademia Gallery, one of the city’s most famous museums. Best known as the home of Michelangelo’s extraordinary David, the gallery offers visitors a fascinating journey through Renaissance art, sculpture, music, and Florentine history. -Admire Michelangelo’s world-famous David. -Explore the atmospheric Gallery of the Prisoners. -Discover Renaissance and Florentine masterpieces. -Learn about Michelangelo’s artistic techniques and creative process. -Explore the collection of historic musical instruments. -Discover Florence’s artistic and cultural history. -Enjoy an informative and engaging museum experience Your experience begins as you enter the historic museum and explore its impressive collections. As you walk through the galleries, you’ll discover beautiful paintings, sculptures, and religious artworks of Florence’s most important artists.

Discover Florence with an interactive audio guide, exploring the city's most iconic squares and monuments at your own pace. Stroll through the wonders of the old town and let yourself be guided by an engaging tale that will take you back in time, in the footsteps of Dante, Michelangelo and the Medici. The Guide is available in 34 languages and you can choose from three different routes: one designed for adults, one for children and one dedicated to the symbolic places of Medici power. Why book this tour? - Explore Florence whenever you want, with no time constraints or groups to follow. - Live the city in freedom, with the support of your smartphone. - Discover curated, accessible and immersive content for the whole family. All you need is your smartphone and an Internet connection. Warning: what you are buying is a digital product. There is no in-person accompaniment or entrance fee for the mentioned attractions.

Step off your cruise and experience Pisa the right way. This private shore excursion takes you straight from the Livorno pier to Pisa, with a drop-off closer to the Square of Miracles than standard buses—less walking, more discovery. With all entrance tickets included, visit the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, Baptistery, and Monumental Cemetery. Your local guide shares real stories and clear insights at a relaxed pace. No generic scripts—just Pisa, experienced comfortably and in depth. - Over 20 years of experience organizing private tours since 2001. - Travel in comfort with a private driver - 100% private experience, explore at your own pace. - Worry-free port pickup and drop-off, designed for cruise passengers. Important Note: The remaining 2 hours and 40 minutes will be dedicated to traveling to Pisa, walking between each site, guided explanations and returning to the port.

Explore Siena at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 12 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location. The route covers Siena's historic center, from Piazza del Campo to Monte dei Paschi di Siena, passing sites like the Palazzo Pubblico, Torre del Mangia, and Fonte Gaia. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.

Discover Florence After Dark — Semi-Private Evening Tour Experience Florence in a more intimate way with this semi-private evening walking tour, limited to just 8 guests. Skip the crowds and step inside the Accademia Gallery after hours, where Michelangelo’s David shines under soft museum lights — a breathtaking sight you’ll remember forever. Your licensed local guide will share the stories of Michelangelo and his masterpiece while leading you through Florence’s enchanting streets by night. In just one hour, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, stress-free experience that combines art, history, and the city’s romantic evening glow. This semi-private tour ensures you get the personal attention of your guide without the rush of larger groups.

Experience our exclusive private guided tour, complete with a knowledgeable driver and a comfortable vehicle. Your journey will take you through the breathtaking landscapes of Siena and San Gimignano. Upon arrival, you will have 2 hours to explore the Cathedral of Siena, the Baptistery, and the Piccolomini Library. As we make our way back, you'll have the chance to admire the iconic 13 towers of the medieval town of San Gimignano. Plus, you'll have ample time to enjoy lunch at one of the many local restaurants, where you can savor authentic Italian cuisine.

This is not a standard tour, but an authentic walk with a local Guide who lives in Montepulciano. The pace is relaxed and the experience is designed to suit the interests of the participants, including stories, lesser-known corners and a tasting of Rosso di Montepulciano in a selected wine shop.

This e-bike tour starts from the historic center of Citta' di Castello, to reach Montone classified among "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy". The approximately 45 km long route can be tackled by all people with basic level of supported training of our pedal assisted bikes. We will follow the banks of the Tiber river a totally traffic-free path until we climb the gentle hills that lead to Montone. Here you leave your bikes we will discover the medieval village with a suggestive view of the Tiber Valley. On request it will be possible to visit the Montone Museum inside the magnificent Cloister of San Francesco where paintings and art objects from the history of Umbria are kept. After the visit we will take the Tiber cycle path back to the starting point in Citta' di Castello

Explore the artistic soul of Florence on a private 3-hour tour combining the city’s iconic landmarks with skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s David. Begin with a one-hour walking tour through the historic center, discovering the Cathedral district, Piazza della Signoria, and key Renaissance landmarks near the Accademia. Learn how the Medici family helped shape Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance. Then skip the entrance lines and enjoy a two-hour guided visit inside the Accademia Gallery. Focus on Michelangelo’s David while uncovering its history, symbolism, and artistic innovation. You’ll also admire the unfinished Prisoners (Slaves) and important Renaissance paintings. With a private English-speaking guide dedicated to your group, this experience offers a personal and in-depth introduction to Florence’s artistic legacy.

Why come to Lucca? Because Lucca is a fascinating city located in Tuscany, close to other famous cities that you may have already visited. Because Lucca is surrounded by beautiful Renaissance Walls that will allow you to see the city from a different point of view. And again I could tell you that Lucca has had a long and rich history that we see in the construction of beautiful Romanesque churches and the sumptuous palaces of Renaissance lords. And finally because Lucca has the famous Guinigi Tower with beautiful trees on top and Piazza Anfiteatro known throughout Italy for its particular shape. These are just some of the reasons to book this tour...yes! I was forgetting that this is also the city of Giacomo Puccini, the great master who wrote operas sung by Andrea Bocelli. So as you can see the tour will be full of surprises! This is my city and it will be a joy for me to introduce it to those who want to discover it with me! I'll wait for you!

• Explore the Pitti Palace's main gallery with a ticket and a self-guided audio tour - all in one app • You will be struck by the beauty of the paintings created by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Caravaggi • See the Royal Apartments, the magnificent rooms, where the sovereigns used to live • Spend your day observing the wonders of the Renaissance and the Baroque styles in the Pitti Palace

Entry ticket Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum® and self-guided audio tour of Florence are available in a separate app — the WeGoTrip app. You will receive an email from WeGoTrip with the link to download the app with the ticket and the digital city guide. (!) Please note that while your ticket to the museum is included and available within the app, the audio tour inside the museum is not provided. Start at the Leonardo Interactive Museum®, where wooden models from da Vinci's notebooks come alive. Then, unpause the tour and stroll through Florence's iconic landmarks like the soaring Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the elegant Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, Palazzo Strozzi, the replica of Michelangelo's David, Uffizi Gallery, ending at the jewel-packed Ponte Vecchio. Handle working models of Leonardo's inventions like the Air Screw and Giant Tank, marvel at Brunelleschi's innovative dome, peer into historic wine holes, and trace Medici influence.

An entry ticket and a self-guided audio tour of the Accademia Gallery must-sees and the streets of Florence are available in the WeGoTrip app. After booking, you’ll receive an email with a download link, your ticket, and a digital guide featuring maps, photos, scripts, and audio commentary. Begin at the iconic Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David, before wandering through must-see landmarks such as the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the historic Baptistery of St. John. Discover the Medici Chapels and conclude your journey in the stunning Boboli Gardens, immersing yourself in Florence's artistic treasures along the way. - Self-guided audio tour offering flexibility for individual exploration - Ticket to the Accademia Gallery is included in the tour - Visit iconic sites including the Duomo, Uffizi Galleries, and Ponte Vecchio - Experience the grandeur of the Boboli Gardens, a Renaissance masterpiece

• Explore the Uffizi Gallery and its highlights with a ticket and a digital guide - all in one app • See Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and discover a typical example of Renaissance Neoplatonism • Admire the masterpieces by Michelangelo and other masters of the Italian Renaissance • Learn about some of Leonardo da Vinci's breathtaking works displayed in the gallery

Experience Florence like never before with an exclusive skip-the-line access tour of the Duomo. With a certified Guide, you will discover the history, art and secrets of the cathedral and its famous dome, a masterpiece by Brunelleschi that dominates the city skyline. Thanks to the skip-the-line ticket, you can enter without waiting and enjoy every detail in total tranquility. For an even more complete experience, choose the 5-day Pass option and visit the Uffizi, Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens without wasting time in line. A unique opportunity to admire Florence’s most iconic treasures, focus on art and create unforgettable memories.

Fast-track your visit to one of Florence’s iconic attractions with a reserved-entry ticket to the Accademia Gallery. Bypass lengthy queues and enter at your chosen time to marvel at Michelangelo’s David, a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture. This ticket allows for independent exploration, letting you immerse yourself in a collection of remarkable artworks and historic musical instruments. Ideal for those who value flexibility, spend more time appreciating the art and less time waiting. Enjoy guaranteed entry to one of the most visited museums in Florence.

Enjoy a hassle-free visit to the Uffizi Gallery with reserved timed entry and a digital audio guide. Explore one of the world's greatest art museums at your own pace while discovering the stories behind masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio. Skip the stress of planning, listen whenever you like, and spend as much time as you wish admiring Florence's Renaissance treasures.

Avoid wasting time in the notoriously long lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and spend more time in the home of Michelangelo’s David. Navigate the museum’s vast halls under the guidance of an expert Audio guide, which will provide richness to your experience through informative narration. After your tour, feel free to stay on as long as you want to explore independently. -A perfect introduction for art fans and first-time visitors to Florene. -Avoid the long wait with skip-the-line tickets. -See Michelangelo’s David up close and explore its other artwork. -Choose a morning or afternoon start time to fit your schedule.

Behind the façade of Santa Maria Novella lies a story most visitors never discover. Join a local guide to explore the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and the historic Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, one of the world’s oldest pharmacies and perfume houses. Inside the Basilica, discover Renaissance art, Gothic architecture, frescoes, chapels, sacred symbols, and the legacy of the Dominican friars. Then continue to the Officina, where medicinal herbs, aromatic plants, essences, and Florentine craftsmanship shaped a perfume tradition admired worldwide. What makes this tour different is the connection between the two places. Instead of visiting them separately, you’ll understand how Dominican medicine, herbal knowledge, Renaissance art, perfume, and Florentine beauty are part of the same story. This is a great choice if you want to experience Florence beyond the Duomo and Uffizi, with a tour focused on art, history, perfume, hidden gems, and culture.

Discover the enchanting city of Florence, steeped in the legacy of Dante and rich in cultural history. This tour offers an insightful exploration of the city’s artistic heritage, complemented by an exquisite wine tasting experience. Uncover the stories behind Florence’s iconic landmarks and delve into its historical significance while savoring local wines that embody the region's flavors. Perfect for history buffs and wine enthusiasts alike, this tour combines education and enjoyment for a well-rounded experience. - Explore the historical and cultural significance of Florence - Delve into the world of Dante and his impact on literature - Enjoy a delightful wine tasting featuring local varieties - Ideal for those interested in art, history, and wine

Craft a unique terracotta piece in a historic Impruneta kiln, guided by three skilled local artisans. This hands-on workshop allows you to mold your creativity into art while enjoying a homemade cake and tea welcome moment. Afterward, indulge in a saffron-inspired Tuscan lunch paired with biodynamic wine and olive oil tastings at the enchanting Podere La Marronaia. This full-day experience merges craftsmanship with Tuscany's rich culinary heritage, perfect for travelers looking for authentic and meaningful encounters in the heart of the countryside.

Discover the world-famous Uffizi Gallery, one of Italy’s most celebrated art museums and a must-see attraction in Florence. Home to an extraordinary collection of Renaissance masterpieces, the gallery showcases works by legendary artists including Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Giotto. Skip the long entrance lines and explore the museum at your own pace as you admire iconic paintings such as The Birth of Venus and Primavera. Wander through the elegant halls of the historic Medici palace, where art, history, and culture come together to tell the story of the Italian Renaissance.