Top Tuscany Historical Tours - page 2

Make the most of your time with this shore excursion to Florence that combines culture and cuisine. Save hours with port pickup in Livorno and transportation directly to the Renaissance capital, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of Tuscan local products and gourmet treats. Afterwards, explore the city on your own, visiting highlights like the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria before heading back to the Livorno port.

Come face to face with one of the world’s most iconic sculptures—and enjoy a streamlined, time-saving experience—on this skip-the-line tour of Florence’s Accademia, home of Michelangelo’s "David." Choose from several convenient start times and bypass the long lines with priority tickets (additional cash expense). Once inside, discover the masterpiece and other highlights, and learn more from your guide’s narration.

Tickets to Florence’s famous Uffizi Gallery often sell out weeks in advance, so secure your admission and avoid getting stuck in a long line for same-day tickets with this pre-booked entry. Choose a time slot on the day you prefer and zip past the crowds so you can spend more time inside admiring works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, and other iconic artists.

Booking a timed ticket to Florence's Accademia Gallery lets you bypass most lines at one of Europe’s most famous galleries. Choose a time slot that works for you and enjoy Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s "David" at your own pace. An optional audio guide app is available to enhance your experience. Note that during high season, a short wait of 10-15 minutes for security is possible.

Home to masterworks from Botticelli and Michelangelo (including the original 'David' sculpture), the Accademia Gallery in Florence draws significant crowds. That's not a problem on this group tour, however. Beat the crowds with skip-the-line admission, which maximizes your time to explore. Plus, you’ll tour the gallery with a guide—audio headset included—and learn insights about the masterpieces that you'd never get on your own.

Discover the highlights of attraction-packed Florence during this introductory small-group tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, it covers external views of the iconic Duommo, the covered bridge of Ponte Vecchio, the Palazzo Pitti Medici residence, and historic Piazza della Signoria. Audio headsets are included, so you can move freely while listening to live narration.

Cover the Renaissance highlights of Florence without getting lost or overwhelmed with this small-group choose-your-own-adventure tour. Choose to explore just the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's iconic "David" statue, or add on the Uffizi Galleries to admire more Renaissance artworks, with a brief tour of Florence's highlights in between. Ideal for time-pressed travelers who want to fit in as much art and history as possible.

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.

With thousands of masterpieces spread across its vast halls, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence can feel overwhelming without a plan. This experience pairs timed entry with flexible ways to explore, helping you make the most of your visit from the start. Choose to tour the gallery with a small group, or upgrade to a private guided visit for deeper insight and a more personalized route. As you explore, view highlights by Botticelli, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Gentileschi, and more.

Guarantee your entry to Florence's famed Uffizi Gallery and save waiting time with a timed entry ticket. Explore at your own pace independently, or upgrade to see the Renaissance masterpieces with a guide. In a small group, see highlights including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus" with added insights from an expert.

Pisa is a top destination in Tuscany, but reaching the home of the famed Leaning Tower via public transportation can be tedious. Save hours with this shore excursion that includes pickup directly at the Livorno port and transport by coach to Pisa. Follow your tour leader through historic Porta Santa Maria to Piazza dei Miracoli and enjoy free time to visit the iconic bell tower or explore the city.

Make the most of your time in Florence on a small-group tour with skip-the-line admission to the Accademia Gallery and optional skip-the-line access to the Uffizi Gallery. Visit Michelangelo’s David, the colorful Duomo of Florence (outside only), and masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci. Stroll through Piazza della Signoria, cross the historic Ponte Vecchio, and enjoy free time for lunch.

Make the most of your time in Florence, and avoid missing key highlights, with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Also visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebooks with local history and insider tips. Upgrade to include a tour of the Uffizi Gallery.

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.

Explore Florence's historical and cultural highlights in one day with this small-group tour. Leave organization to your guide, as you enjoy a broad itinerary that covers art and architecture. Beat the crowds with skip-the-line entry to the Accademia and see Michelangelo’s David. Explore Cathedral Square's religious sites, including the Duomo (Monday-Saturday), with the option to climb Giotto’s Bell Tower. Depending on timing, visit either the Duomo Museum or the Baptistery.

The Uffizi Gallery is home to hundreds of Renaissance-era masterworks, including pieces from Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Caravaggio. Enjoy an intimate introduction to the iconic collection in a group of a maximum of fifteen people during this small-group guided tour, which includes fast-track admission tickets and audio headsets, so you can move freely without missing a word.

Embark on a charming small-group day trip to Siena and San Gimignano from Florence. Explore medieval landmarks, enjoy a guided walking tour of Siena, and savor a delightful Tuscan lunch at a winery. Visit the iconic Piazza del Campo, Siena Cathedral, and the historic center of San Gimignano. Relax and soak in the stunning countryside views, with ample free time for exploration and gelato.

Visit the marble quarries of Carrara on a 2.5-hour small-group 4WD tour from Colonnata that highlights the marble industry in Italy. Learn how the marble was mined to build the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in ancient Rome, and how it was often used for sculpture during the Renaissance. See several active quarries, hear about ancient and modern mining processes, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide.

Combine medieval history, regional wine, and UNESCO-listed monuments on this full-day tour from Florence. This is an ideal choice for anyone who wants to experience wine tasting without getting behind the wheel afterwards. Visit Monteriggioni's medieval castle, explore Siena's historic architecture, and admire San Gimignano's skyline. End with a tasting of three Chianti wines and an opportunity to savor authentic, local flavors.

Make the most of your precious time in Florence with priority entrance tickets to the world-famous Accademia Gallery, best known as the home of Michelangelo's "David" statue. Beat the crowds that are a constant at this popular attraction, and head straight inside the hallowed halls to admire Renaissance masterworks. Stay as long as you like during museum opening hours, and view the art at your own pace.

Explore one of Florence’s top museums without wasting time in line, all thanks to this private Accademia Gallery tour that also includes fast-track admission. Meet your guide and zip past the crowds to dedicate more time to admiring Michelangelo’s “David” and other masterpieces inside the galleries. As you go, learn insider stories about the lives and works of famed Renaissance artists that you wouldn't encounter if visiting alone.

Go beyond the boring group walking tours and head straight for the good stuff: the dark side. On this walking tour, you’ll meet up with your local guide and explore Florence’s lurid past, hearing tales of ghosts, scandalous murders, wild betrayals, and strange curiosities, all connected to gorgeous spots around the city. No guidebooks here—and yet every story will be 100% true.

Explore Florence’s Renaissance heritage on this small-group walking tour that combines art, history, and city life. Begin with timed entry to the Accademia Gallery to view Michelangelo’s ‘David’ before wandering Florence’s historic streets, passed landmarks such as the famed Duomo. End your excursion in the Uffizi, home to iconic works by Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci.

Discover the most visited museums in Florence and two of the most visited in the world alongside a professional Guide, admiring the most important works and appreciating the art of the Italian Renaissance. First you will visit the Uffizi Gallery with its Painting Collections, masterpieces by Renaissance artists and protagonists such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci and many others. Afterwards the Guide will accompany you to the Accademia Gallery, the second most visited museum in Florence to discover Michelangelo's David, the most famous Florentine symbol. 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 collection of paintings with a gold background and the Prison Room with sculptures designed for Pope Julius II.