Discover the Best of Florence - Small Group Tour

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo. Afterwards your guide takes you to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Michelangelo's David was originally supposed to stand. Then explore the streets of Florence, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge, Palazzo della Signoria e Piazza della Repubblica.

This Best of Florence Tour offers visitors the opportunity to see the city’s top sights in just a few hours. Your guided tour begins with a visit to see Michelangelo's David – the most popular man in Florence. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance and avoid the long queues. Once inside the Galleria your guide will lead you by the Slaves, lining the corridor leading to David. Hear the story behind this iconic work of art and spot the details that make David one of the world's most captivating sculptures. With an expert art historian on hand and with a maximum of 18 people in your group you'll be able to have all your questions answered.

Next you’ll feast your eyes on one of the city's architectural gems, Florence Cathedral. You'll skip the line and explore this magnificent building with your expert guide. Hear the story of how its architect Brunelleschi recovered lost knowledge and expanded the realm of what was deemed humanly possible all in his pursuit of building it.

The beauty of Florence isn't confined to its galleries and churches, as you’ll see in the streets and piazzas of the Renaissance city. Enjoy a guided walk to see the best of the rest for a fuller understanding of the history and culture of Florence. At Piazza della Signoria, you’ll admire magnificent sculptures in the open air. Hear about the notorious and influential Medici family at Palazzo Vecchio. Visit the Ponte Vecchio and enjoy the quirky architecture of the bridge. Before the end of your visit be sure to rub the nose of Il Porcellino to guarantee your safe return to Florence.

Points of interest

Galleria dell'Accademia

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

Piazza della Signoria,

Piazza della Repubblica

Porcellino, Piazza del Mercato Nuovo

Ponte Vecchio

Piazza del Duomo

Palazzo Vecchio

Important information - There may be restrictions

This tour is wheelchair accessible but must be notified at the time of booking for proper arrangements.

We will not enter the Cathedral of Florence on December 24th and 31st, as Christmas celebrations will be held inside the Duomo on those dates.

On Sundays, we will not enter the Cathedral of Florence due to Sunday mass. The guide will provide an explanation of the Duomo from the outside.

Visitors to the Cathedral must mandatory use Luggage Storage to leave the following items before entry: suitcases, backpacks, and large or medium-sized bags.