Florence Historic Centre & Renaissance Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
Departure point
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Destination
Piazza del Duomo, Florence, Italy
Historic Centre of Florence, Italy
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Italian, Spanish, French (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
0 booked
Tour description
Step into the cradle of the Renaissance on this free walking tour of Florence's historic centre. With a local guide you'll gaze up at the colossal dome of the Cathedral (Duomo) and Giotto's bell tower, cross the sculpture-filled Piazza della Signoria beside the Palazzo Vecchio, and reach the goldsmiths' shops of the medieval Ponte Vecchio. Hear stories of the Medici, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Dante, admire the birthplace of Renaissance art and banking, and pick up insider tips on gelato, Florentine steak and the best sunset viewpoints. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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Piazza del Duomo, in front of the Cathedral's main doors
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet in Piazza del Duomo before Florence's colossal Cathedral dome.
Stop 2 – The Baptistery and Giotto's bell tower.
Stop 3 – Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum of sculpture.
Stop 4 – The Palazzo Vecchio and the exterior of the Uffizi Gallery.
Stop 5 – The medieval Ponte Vecchio lined with goldsmiths' shops.
Stop 6 – Stories of the Medici, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Dante.
Final stop – End with tips on gelato, Florentine steak and the best sunset viewpoints.
Stop 2 – The Baptistery and Giotto's bell tower.
Stop 3 – Piazza della Signoria, an open-air museum of sculpture.
Stop 4 – The Palazzo Vecchio and the exterior of the Uffizi Gallery.
Stop 5 – The medieval Ponte Vecchio lined with goldsmiths' shops.
Stop 6 – Stories of the Medici, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Dante.
Final stop – End with tips on gelato, Florentine steak and the best sunset viewpoints.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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