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Best of Florence Walking Tour Including Visits to Accademia and Duomo

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Opening Hours

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  • There are various departures each day throughout the year.
  • Earliest departure is at 8.30 am and the latest is at 4.30 pm.
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    Duration

    clock2 hours 30 minutes

    What It Is

    • This is a whistle-stop tour of Central Florence and it's top attractions, ideal for those on a quick city break or looking for a short tour.
    • This 3-hour tour begins on the Piazza San Marco, here you will meet with your guide and fellow travellers.
    • After introductions and a brief overview of the history of Florence you will head to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's world-famous Sculpture of David. You will hear the story behind this iconic Renaissance nude and its significance to the city.
    • Strolling through Central Florence you can admire magnificent architecture dating back to the Renaissance era. You'll visit major city landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, with its row of gold shops, the Piazza della Signoria and marvel at the facades of the former offices and home of the influential Medici family.(Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio.
    • You will also visit the greatest attraction of Florence, the Duomo, and receive a guided tour of its interior and underground level.

    Your Experience With Best of Florence Walking Tour Including Visits to Accademia and Duomo

    • Visit 2 of the top attractions of Florence, Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery and Florence Duomo, in a compact 3-hour tour.
    • Save time with skip the line priority entrance tickets.
    • Learn about landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Repubblica on a city walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide.

    What Best of Florence Walking Tour Including Visits to Accademia and Duomo Includes?

    • Entrance to Florence Duomo, including access to Duomo Crypt.
    • Skip the line priority tickets to the Accademia Gallery.
    • Excellent English speaking guide.
    • Florence city centre walking tour.
    • Headsets for larger groups.

    Things Before Go

    • A dress code applies to visit the Duomo, knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
    • Duomo may be closed on certain religious holidays and restricted on Sundays.
    • Please wear comfortable shoes and wear appropriate clothing for the weather.

    Tips

    • Don't forget to bring your camera for this city tour.
    • As this is half-day tour you will still have plenty of time to explore the city and visit attractions at your own pace. http://www.tripindicator.com/view/attractions/florence.html

    Is It Suitable for Me?

    • This tour is perfect for your first visit to Florence, particularly if you are a fan of Renaissance art and religious history.
    • This compact tour excellent if you only have a day or two in the city.

    Travellers Talk

    • This combined city tour has 4.5 out of 5-star ratings from travellers of Viator and TripAdvisor.
    • The tour has a 4.7-star rating on Get Your Guide.
    • Comments agree that the tour provides a good introduction to the city and saves time on entrance lines.
    • Most participants would take this tour again.

    Best Times to Visit

    • Early morning of late afternoon.

    Ticket Information


    Hotel Pickup

      Address / Pick up Location

      • Meeting Point: Next to the statue in the centre of Piazza San Marco, 1 minute from the Accademia

      Disabled Access

      • Not wheelchair accessible.

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