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Florence's Uffizi Gallery contains some of the world’s top masterpieces, but finding your way around the huge collection can be overwhelming. With this private tour, bypass the crowds with skip-the-line admission and dedicate more time to admiring works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo. Learn about the lives and works of the top Renaissance artists from your guide as you cover the museum’s highlights in two hours.

Get fully immersed in Renaissance artistry during this exploration of the Uffizi Gallery. In just a couple hours, discover one of the world's oldest museums, initially built to showcase Medici power. Let English-speaking experts guide you through Florence's masterpieces, revealing stories behind the art. Gain profound insights into the artworks before relaxing on the terrace with refreshments and capturing panoramic views. An exclusive eBook guide is included to deepen your understanding.

Florence's historic centre packs the major landmarks into a walkable area, but the buildings and squares don't make their political, religious, and Renaissance-era significance obvious from the street. This private walking tour covers landmarks including Santa Croce Church and Palazzo Vecchio with a guide who explains the city's history and provides orientation for further exploration on your own.

Come and visit the Central Market of Florence or "San Lorenzo" Market through a private guided tour, here you can create your culinary experience in the most exclusive way, through unique tastings, provided by the best local suppliers, discovering the origin, the history and flavor of every single product. Your private guide will accompany you within the market, trying to satisfy all your requests, telling you stories, anecdotes and cultures of the place, local producers and craftsmen who are an integral part of it. The tastings will be carried out exclusively within the market and will be included in the price of the visit, every single taste will be accompanied by the explanation of your guide. During the visit, you will have the opportunity to purchase all the products that have satisfied you most. We are waiting for you to savor the best of Tuscan and Italian cuisine, the one that the local inhabitants can taste every day

Experience the allure of Tuscany without the hassle of tricky logistics with this all-inclusive day trip from Rome. Save time with a high-speed train to Florence, where you’ll hop on a minibus with your tour leader and small group to visit Monteriggioni, Siena, and San Gimignano. End your Tuscan adventure with a wine and olive oil tasting in Chianti before heading back to Florence for the return train to Rome.

Savored across the world, pasta is a simple delicacy with a strong place in Italian culture and cuisine. During this private tour, enjoy an immersive experience in the world of Italian cookery. Gather fresh ingredients among the grocery stores and supermarkets of Florence with your host, and step into the kitchen to prepare three pasta dishes with a dessert. When you’re done, enjoy the food you’ve prepared with care.

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Florence with this walking tour of the second largest Duomo in Italy. Experience the Florence Cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi's dome and adorned with vibrant marbles and intricate details that reflect Renaissance history and art. Step inside to discover stunning stained glass, frescoes, and a sacred ambiance. Climb Giotto's Bell Tower for panoramic views of the city.

Explore the rolling green hills and medieval villages of Chianti with a private 5-hour tour. Enjoy riding in a luxurious minivan and being chauffeured to some of the finest small organic wineries in the region. Learn about traditional production methods as you sample artisanal extra virgin olive oil and beloved Chianti Classico while soaking up the views at every turn. Your unique experience is fully customizable for an unforgettable journey through Italy's most famous vineyards.

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit 2 beautiful wineries representative of the Bolgheri area (usually Chiappini and Grattamacco, alternatively Tenuta di Vaira and Le Novelire) and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced in combination with local products. Between visits, a lunch based on typical local products in the heart of the beautiful village of Bolgheri (not included in the price). I love my job and constantly travel to discover the best wineries

An Authentic Italian Culinary Experience is not just a cooking course but a journey through the flavors and traditions that make Italian culinary culture unique. It’s an opportunity to learn new techniques, live an authentic experience, and create memories that will stay with you forever. At the end of the course, you’ll receive a recipe booklet with all the preparations so you can recreate the dishes at home, sharing the taste and spirit of Italy with your loved ones.

At 17 feet (five meters) tall, Michelangelo’s "David" dominates Florence’s Accademia Gallery as it dominates art history. Go deeper into this masterpiece, carved from a single block of Carrara marble, with a private guide. Learn about the statue’s history and significance, uncover Michelangelo’s process through unfinished sculptures, and see works by artists including Botticelli. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Dive way back into history with a 2-hour private tour of the Florence Archaeological Museum. Explore more than 10,000 pieces in the museum dating to prehistory, including the Egyptian Hall and Etruscan collection.

Immerse yourself in Florence’s fascinating art history at the Accademia Gallery, with the added benefit of expert commentary from your knowledgeable guide. You'll skip the queues with priority entry tickets and have the chance to see Michelangelo's original statue of David up close, as well as hear the stories behind renowned Gothic and Renaissance masterpieces as you explore the gallery at your own pace.

Experience the beauty and grandeur of Florence with a visit to the iconic Florence Cathedral, also known as the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. Dominating the city skyline, this architectural masterpiece is famous for Brunelleschi’s extraordinary dome, one of the greatest engineering achievements of the Renaissance. Admire the cathedral’s stunning façade, decorated with colorful marble, intricate sculptures, and artistic details that reflect Florence’s rich cultural heritage. Learn about the history, symbolism, and construction of this world-famous landmark while exploring one of Italy’s most beloved monuments. For those climbing to the top, breathtaking panoramic views of Florence await, making the experience even more unforgettable. Your visit also includes an ebook guide, offering extra insights into the Duomo, its history, and the artistic treasures of Florence.

While visiting Florence, benefit from a private full-day tour to Pisa and Lucca that covers the highlights in one day. See landmarks including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Piazza dei Miracoli, where you find the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo, and the Baptistry. Then continue to Lucca to view monuments such as the Lucca Cathedral and have free time to explore on your own.

The best way to learn about and appreciate Tuscany’s beloved cuisine is in the home of a local. With this experience, take a deep dive into authentic dishes from Siena with a private hands-on lesson with a home cook, or “Cesarina”. Learn to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes and enjoy your creations paired with local wines to end your class.

Explore Florence’s Uffizi Galleries without getting overwhelmed on a tour that brings the Renaissance masterpieces to life. Your guide tells you the stories behind artworks by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and others, on display inside one of the world’s oldest museums. Conclude the experience with an optional coffee break on the gallery terrace, featuring panoramic views over Florence’s historic center.

Beat the crowds outside and head straight to the highlights on this private guided tour of the Accademia Gallery with skip-the-line entry. Let your art historian guide lead the way as they take you to the museum's highlights, offering unique insights into Michelangelo’s “David” and other masterworks. Hotel pickup is included for a hassle-free experience.

If you have seen the David just in photos, and you want to enjoy the David, learn about Michelangelo this is the tour for you! Don't worry, this will not be an art lesson! You will learn and enjoy! We will skip the line at the Accademia Museum, standing at the feet of David, I will tell you the AMAZING story of the statue along with the history of its creator, the great Michelangelo Buonarroti and the secrets behind it. See the sculptures at the Hall of Prisoners, you will appreciate the unfinished "slaves". *Notice that this tour can be personalize, we can enjoy the other masterpieces inside the Accademia, if you want to personalize this way the tour it will be a 2 hours tour. Although the tour includes a reservations for a timed entrance, there may still be a short wait time on the reserved entrance queue as the Accademia has a maximum capacity quota. This tour is not available on Mondays, or on first Sundays of the month when it is not possible to make the reservation.

The aperitivo is one of Italy’s most charming traditions, a symbol of the country’s “la dolce vita” spirit. Learn how to recreate the Italian-style cocktail hour with this exclusive aperitivo experience at a private home in Lucca. Be welcomed by your host and prepare an array of snacks and drinks together. Afterwards, sample your handiwork over an authentic aperitivo as you relax and chat with your host.

Michelangelo's legacy across Florence is significant, from his "David" at the Accademia Gallery to his tomb at the Basilica di Santa Croce. But, presenting his life and work in a way that holds children's attention requires a particular approach. This private family tour visits both sites with a guide who tailors the storytelling to younger travelers, covering his life in a way that works for children and adults alike.

Go beyond the guidebook on a private 2-hour tour of the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence. Through illuminating commentary, your guide brings over 500 years of history to life. Learn about the spectacular frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue and much more. The 15th-century Santa Croce also houses impressive memorials for noteworthy Italians such as Michelangelo, Rossini, and Galileo Galilei.

Retrace the steps of Robert Langdon in the Dan Brown novel Inferno on this tour through the City of Lilies. The tour leads participants to many of the landmarks mentioned in the book including the Florence Cathedral, a stunning 19th-century Gothic Revival building. Visit the Baptistry of Saint John and Palazzo Vecchio, the main town hall. Your private guide is by your side the entire time to explain the significance of the sites you visit.

Admire some of Italy’s greatest artistic treasures—and make the experience enjoyable for the whole family—on this private guided tour of Florence's Uffizi Galleries. Save time when you follow your guide straight to the masterpieces, including works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Da Vinci. Plus, by opting for a kid-friendly guide, ensure an entertaining and memorable museum tour for visitors of all ages.