Cheap Florence Day Tours From Rome

The birthplace of the Renaissance and the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany, Florence is a stunning and utterly irresistible center of medieval European trade and finance. It is one of the wealthiest cities of that era and known as “the Athens of the Middle Ages”. The Historic Center of Florence was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. It possesses a treasure of medieval chapels, palaces, world-class art museums and galleries, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti, wonderful churches, and astonishing monuments and architecture.

Italy is famous for its fashion and Florence is ranked in the top 15 fashion capitals of the world, because the fashion industry was born and bred here. Back in the 1920’s, homegrown designers Guccio Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo opened the first haute-couture boutiques.

Surrounded by wine-rich hills, Florence is a traditional gourmet paradise where ribollita, a tripe panino or a blue T-bone steak and homemade wine are the symbols and trademarks of the ancient city.

1.Small-group tour: Florence and Pisa Day trip From Rome

Small-group tour: Florence and Pisa Day trip From Rome

Overview

Starting from central Rome this enjoyable journey will take you on a full-day tour to the “Cradle of the Renaissance”, marvelous Florence. Passing by the green valley of the Tiber River to the slopes of the Apennines, you will first arrive to the medieval city of Pisa.

A beautiful day to see the historical and unique monuments of the city such as Piazza Miracoli, the ancient Baptistery and the Duomo. Once you are here you will have a chance to see one of the Seven Wonders of the medieval World, the pristine Leaning Tower with its distinctiveness.

The journey continues to the shining city of Florence, the birthplace of Italian fashion and the symbol of traditional Italian cuisine. Florence offers you awe-inspiring masterpieces. The Accademia Gallery where Michelangelo’s David sculpture is situated and the Renaissance art by Leonardo da Vinci and Botticelli. Don’t forget to see the impeccable Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistery and the Giotto’s Bell Tower. The calming beauty of the river Arno and the panoramic view from the “Piazzale Michelangelo” are also a great reason to visit this ancient city.

In the late afternoon, take a minivan to return back to Rome.

Highlights

  • Enjoy the splendid journey through the River Tiber valley and Chianti vineyards
  • See the most famous landmarks in Pisa
  • Breathe the atmosphere of the ancient streets and masterpieces of Florence
  • Visit the Accademia Gallery and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
  • Small group tour, not more than 10 passengers
  • Professional guide in Florence
  • Entrance ticket to the Accademia Gallery
  • Admission to the Duomo Cathedral of Pisa and the Baptistery

Excludes

  • Optional tips
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entrance fee to the Leaning Tower

Duration: 12 hours