Top Tuscany Sightseeing Tours in 2026

See one of the most renowned artworks of the Italian Renaissance—and take the hassle out of sightseeing—with a tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery. Get up close to Michelangelo's “David” and view other masterpieces by artists such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Giambologna. Leave with a deeper understanding of Italian Renaissance art—something you'd skim over on your own.

Discover Florence at your own pace with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day passes to suit your vacation schedule and budget. Then enjoy the flexibility to decide which stops to get off at. Explore landmarks including Teatro Verdi, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more as you go. With frequent departures and panoramic views, this tour offers the perfect overview of what Florence has to offer.

While guided tours offer a great way to check off the Accademia Gallery's highlights, they don't leave time for lingering. Explore at your own pace with this prebooked entry ticket, free from the rush of a group. See Michelangelo's "David" statue, and stay as long as you like during museum opening hours to linger at your favorite Renaissance masterpieces.

Not every visitor wants a guide setting the pace through the Accademia Gallery. A timed ticket lets you choose a slot that fits your day, then see Michelangelo’s “David” and the gallery’s Renaissance collection on your own terms. For more background, an optional audio guide app covers the key works as you go.

A visit to the Uffizi Gallery often means waiting in a long line to get in. With a timed entry ticket, you can enter at your pre-booked time and explore this art museum's collections, including Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and more. This self-guided visit option includes a downloadable audio guide app (optional) for flexible exploration at your own pace.

Immerse yourself in Florence’s rich history, art, and architecture—without missing the finer details—on this guided tour. Visit the Uffizi Galleries, then explore the Accademia Gallery to view masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s "David" and Renaissance paintings. Stroll through the city's historic streets with your guide, visiting landmarks including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria.

Seeing the sights of Florence can involve a lot of walking. Cover more ground outside of the typical tourist routes on a fun golf cart ride with this private tour. Open sides offer wraparound views of the city’s tree-lined streets and landmarks—from Porta Romana to Basilica of San Miniato al Monte—concluding at Piazzale Michelangelo for sweeping rooftop vistas.

If you are stopping for the day at the port of Livorno and want to visit Florence, this round-trip transfer makes the logistics a snap. Board the bus from the city center and relax on the non-stop drive to Florence. After hours of free time to explore the city’s highlights, find the bus waiting for you near the Santa Maria Novella train station for the return trip. Upgrade to include a guided walk through the city and/or a ticket to the Accademia Gallery.

Discover the best of Florence's city center, without the hassle of planning, on this private tour by golf cart. Explore the city without long walks or crowded buses, and breeze between historic neighborhoods, hidden corners, and stunning viewpoints, including Piazzale Michelangelo. Enjoy open-air views, capture plenty of photos, and hear about the city’s history and culture from your guide.

See many of Florence’s top sights in less than a full day with this combination walking tour through the city’s medieval center that also visits both Galleria and Accademia art galleries. Spend about one hour exploring the Galleria dell'Accademia, where you can see Michaelangelo’s *David*, and continue on a walking tour past the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and others. Your tour ends with a 2-hour visit to the Uffizi galleries.

The Uffizi Galleries contain some of the world’s most famous Renaissance masterpieces, but the long line at the entrance can take hours out of your day. With this timed-entry ticket and skip-the-line access, enjoy more time marveling at works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and other greats. Explore the galleries at your own pace and avoid the hassle of following the set itinerary of a group tour.

Michelangelo's iconic "David" is one of the world’s most recognizable artworks, so, unsurprisingly, it draws large crowds. Don't miss out on viewing the masterpiece; secure your tickets to the Accademia Gallery before your vacation even begins. Once inside, see the sculpture and explore religious paintings by artists such as Sandro Botticelli and Domenico Ghirlandaio.

Cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time when you book this private tour outside of Florence's typical tourist routes. 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.

Unravel the wonders of Florence with a personal touch on this private tour led by a local host. Explore Italy's sun-soaked Cradle of the Renaissance for the time you wish, covering the historic center and visiting your choice of landmarks from the Duomo to Ponte Vecchio. You can also choose to discover corners of the city far from the tourist crush, like Oltrarno and Via dei Girolami, a medieval road that boasts a vaulted design. Hotel pickup is available for central locations, adding convenience to your experience.

Experience the hidden beauty of Tuscany like never before—aboard a Land Rover Defender, journey through the region’s legendary "strade bianche" (white roads), the secret gravel paths winding through vineyards, olive groves, and deep forests. Your journey includes three winery visits, each offering a unique perspective on Chianti Classico and its appellations. The experience culminates in a traditional Tuscan lunch, where authentic flavors meet world-class wines, creating a true taste of Tuscany.

Leave the busy streets of Florence behind and soak up Tuscany's views on this small-group Vespa tour. Hop onto your scooter once you reach the beautiful country roads of Chianti, so you don't have to navigate inner-city traffic. Stop for a traditional Tuscan meal at a farmhouse and taste olive oils and Chianti wines for an authentic taste of Florence's culinary scene. You can also enjoy the journey in a Fiat Topolino e-car.

Make the most of your time ashore—and comfortably experience the best of Florence and Pisa—on this full-day shore excursion from Livorno. Beginning with pickup at the Livorno city center, travel in a comfort, climate-controlled vehicle. Enjoy free time for independent sightseeing, or upgrade for bonus perks from a walking tour in Florence and visit to the Accademia Gallery (home to Michelangelo's "David") to Leaning Tower of Pisa tickets.

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.

Round off a day of sightseeing in Florence with a stirring opera concert in the newly restored Teatro Nazionale. Listen to works by Mozart, Puccini, Verdi, and Rossini, along with iconic Neapolitan songs such as O Sole Mio. Projections on a huge LED wall play out behind the singers and an English-speaking host shares the stories behind the music.

Gain priority entrance to the Leonardo Interactive Museum in Florence—and step inside the creative mind of one of the world's greatest artists and inventors—when you prebook admission tickets online. Your ticket offers unlimited access to the museum, so you can spend as long you like exploring the exhibitions, admiring recreations of Leonardo’s machines, and learning more about the true Renaissance man.

The Chianti hills are home to some of Tuscany's most prestigious wineries and picturesque villages, but getting around by public transportation is practically impossible. On this wine tour, leave the driving to the professionals as you travel on a comfortable coach directly from Florence. Visit two traditional wineries for guided tours and tastings to learn more about local wine history and production, plus stretch your legs with a stroll through San Gimignano or Monteriggioni (depending on the departure time) to sightsee and shop at your own pace.

Swap the sightseeing bus for the chance to feel like a local as you ride your own Vespa through Tuscany on a tour from Florence. A local guide leads the way up through the scenic hills, where you pass the Piazzale Michelangelo and the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Afterward, head back to a country estate for a traditional Italian meal to top off your journey.

Visiting the Accademia on your own can mean sorting out tickets on the day and missing the stories behind the art. Choose a start time when you book, collect your tickets nearby, then head inside to see Michelangelo’s “David” and the rest of the collection at your own pace. A downloadable audio guide adds background on the works.