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Florence
Florence Walk & Uffizi: Skip-the-Line Art Tour
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Overview
Florence: Combined Walking Tour and Uffizi Gallery Visit lets visitors explore the best of Florence in one tour. It starts with a walk through the city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour focuses on the Medici family and the artist Michelangelo.
See famous places like Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio. Learn how the Medici family helped make the Renaissance happen. Next, the tour goes to the Uffizi Gallery for 1.5 hours. A guide will show you famous art, like Botticelli's "Primavera" and works by da Vinci. The guide helps the art come to life.
This combo tour is a good way to see Florence. After the tour, you can enjoy tasty Tuscan food or walk the pretty streets. It mixes the city's heart with the Uffizi's art treasures. This tour includes an English-speaking guide, Uffizi Gallery tickets to skip the line, and earphones for groups of over 6 people. The walking tour visits Piazza della Repubblica, Loggia del Mercato Nuovo (Porcellino Market), Piazza della Signoria, A Church and Museum, Via Roma, Piazza del Duomo, Basilica di San Lorenzo, and Palazzo Medici Riccardi. 
Highlights
See Florence's Top Spots: Walk through Florence and see famous places in the city center.
Skip the Line at Uffizi: Go right into the Uffizi Gallery with your ticket – no waiting!
Learn from a Local Expert: Hear stories and facts from a guide who knows Florence well.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy personalized attention with a smaller tour group.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed this tour, praising the guides and the historical information. Fans of Dan Brown appreciated the connections to the book, though some wanted a stronger focus on it.
Customers loved the knowledgeable and friendly guides.
Many enjoyed learning about Florence's history and art.
The tour's focus on the Dan Brown novel was engaging for fans.
Several reviewers appreciated the rooftop breakfast with city views.
Some found the tour spent too much time on general Florence history.
A few expected more focus on the Dan Brown book.
The Journey
Piazza della Repubblica
Step back in time at Piazza della Repubblica, marking the heart of Roman Florence. Once the site of the city's forum, this vibrant square now features elegant cafes and shops. Seek out the Colonna dell'Abbondanza to pinpoint the ancient intersection of the cardo and decumanus, offering a tangible connection to Florence's Roman past.
Loggia del Mercato Nuovo (Porcellino Market)
Discover the Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, a 16th-century marketplace near the Ponte Vecchio. Originally intended for silk and luxury goods, today it's famed for leather goods and souvenirs. Don't miss the 'Fontana del Porcellino,' a bronze boar whose snout you must rub for good luck – a delightful Florentine tradition!
Piazza della Signoria
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Piazza della Signoria, Florence's political heart and an open-air museum. Marvel at the imposing Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's city hall, and be captivated by the surrounding sculptures, including a replica of Michelangelo's David and the Fountain of Neptune. This square is a testament to Medici power and Florentine artistry.
A Church and Museum
Explore a magnificent church and its accompanying museum, a treasure trove of Renaissance sculpture. This cultural landmark showcases masterpieces by Florence's most influential artists, offering a profound glimpse into the city's artistic heritage. The specific Church and Museum needs to be determined and will provide access to some of the most influencial Florentine artists of the Renaissance.
Via Roma
Stroll along Via Roma, one of Florence's most sophisticated streets. This 400-meter thoroughfare, lined with high-end boutiques, elegantly connects Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, offering a luxurious shopping experience in the heart of the city.
Piazza del Duomo
Stand in awe at Piazza del Duomo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the spiritual heart of Florence. Here, history, art, and beauty converge as you gaze upon the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistery. This iconic square is an unforgettable experience, showcasing Florence's architectural brilliance.
Basilica di San Lorenzo
Visit the Basilica di San Lorenzo, one of Florence's largest and most significant churches. Serving as both a place of worship and a historical landmark, it houses the Medici Chapels, the final resting place for many prominent members of the Medici family, and showcases stunning Renaissance architecture.
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Explore Palazzo Medici Riccardi, commissioned by Cosimo il Vecchio de' Medici in 1444 and designed by Michelozzo. This early Renaissance palace served as the Medici family residence and a venue for public and political events, offering a glimpse into the life and influence of one of Florence's most powerful families.
Uffizi Gallery
Immerse yourself in art at the Uffizi Gallery, a must-see destination in Florence and Tuscany. Home to masterpieces by Renaissance giants like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, the Uffizi offers an unparalleled artistic journey through the ages, attracting over a million visitors annually.
Know Before You Go
This Florence tour includes a licensed English-speaking guide, skip-the-line Uffizi Gallery tickets, and earphones for groups over 6. It does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, or gratuities. Pets are not allowed on this tour. The meeting point is in central Florence, and the tour covers key historical sites and the Uffizi Gallery. Please note this is a walking tour, so be prepared to walk.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers suggest reading Dan Brown's "Inferno" before the tour to enhance the experience. Also, be prepared for a European-style breakfast, which may be lighter than what you are used to.
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