Tours in Florence Italy

Exploring Florence on your own is super fun and interesting but getting to know the city with a local is a unique experience. Taking a tour could be a great way to explore all Florence highlights, its amazing cuisine and the surrounding countryside.

Whether you want a broad overview of Firenze or a deep dive into a particular facet of the city (like its food), these tours have you covered.

Best tours for history lovers (and anyone else)

Curious to know more about Florence's history? Join a local history expert on a guided tour that will show you a side of the city that can't be found anywhere else. Your guide will transport you, by telling your the stories, to the birthplace of the wonderful Italian Renaissance.

Various tours are available, starting with those that show you the highlights of Florence, to those oriented to one or a few sights. If visiting the Uffizi, we recommend taking a guided tour, so you don't get overwelmed with all those artworks (your guide will show you the most important paintings).

1. CityWonders – Uffizi Gallery Semi-Private Renaissance Art Tour

Taking this guided tour of the Uffizi allows you to bypass the entrance line. Your guide will take you around the museum to see the famous works by masters like the Raphael and Leonardo da Vinci. Audio headsets are provided so you don't miss a commentary from your friendly guide.
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Best food tours for foodies

Want to explore the tasty side of Florence? Then join one of many food tours, that takes you through the streets of Florence to the best food places. You'll be tasting authentic dishes and local wines in the company of friendly local - the best way to get to know city. 

Food tours are feast for your taste buds, as you'll taste some of these delicious meals: schiacciata sandwiches filled with salami, lampredotto panini (Florence speciality - cow's stomach), hearty stews, veggy soups, crostini with chicken liver, cantucci cookies, artisanal gelato and of course negroni cocktails and lots of wine.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are also available!

22. Florence without museums (small group day tour with tastings)

Some useful info: This experience start from Piazza della Signoria at 10:45am (Monday, Thursday and Saturday) and lasts for 6 hours

This full-day tour of Florence is a one of a kind that explores the whole city in a day. Join your guide and go onto a walking tour around the city, to discover famous landmarks (Piazza della Signoria, the Florence Cathedral, Basilica di San Lorenzo and Riccardi Medici Palace. You'll visit two local stores to browse their magnificent collections of unique Tuscan products

You'll hear stories and history facts about each one and see the from outside (without entering). Afterwards, you'll embark on a culinary voyage in the Mercato Centrale and taste tempting pasta dishes, gelato and Italian espresso. As the sun goes down, you'll enjoy the sunset from an exclusive rooftop with an Italian aperitif and cold-cut platter.

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Food tour review: I've been to Florence numerous times and I've visited all the museums so I was on the hunt for something a little different this time around. This day tour hit the mark exactly, showing me a different side to Florence that I hadn't actually seen before. Firstly, we went on a walking tour of the city. For all the first-timers, she made sure to point out all the famous landmarks and museums, and then instead of going in, we talked about their history and architecture from the outside. It wasn't all the regular things I already knew, but interesting and new facts. Then we went to the central market which was my favorite part. We went around all the stalls, trying a bit of everything. Lastly, our guide took us to a cool rooftop at sunset and we enjoyed drinks and snacks while we sat taking in the view. The whole day kind of felt like we were Florence locals!