Private Highlights of Florence Guided Walking Tour with Skip the Line Entrance to Uffizi Gallery and Accademia 2:00PM
Guests will explore Florence’s rich art, history, and architecture, on this private tour. The journey begins at the renowned Uffizi Gallery, which houses numerous treasures of the Renaissance, including Botticelli’s captivating Birth of Venus. At the Accademia Museum, guests will stand before Michelangelo’s David, a masterpiece that embodies human perfection and artistic mastery, and gain insights into its creation and significance. The tour will then move to Piazza della Repubblica, a lively square that once served as Florence’s ancient Roman forum and now features charming cafes and arcades. In Piazza della Signoria, guests can marvel at the grandeur of Palazzo Vecchio and the impressive open-air collection of sculptures, including Cellini’s dramatic Perseus with the Head of Medusa. The experience concludes with a walk across the iconic Ponte Vecchio, where goldsmith shops line the path. There, guests will take in picturesque views of the Arno River as a perfect ending to this adventure.
Duration:
Approximately 4.5 hours
Start Time:
2.00pm
Inclusions:
Private guide, pre-reserved museum entry to the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Museum, and sights as mentioned in the description. This is subject to change depending on the day of the tour.
Exclusions:
Transportation to/from the hotel, gratuities, food, drinks, and anything not aforementioned.
Meeting point:
At the corner of Piazza della Repubblica and Via Roma, outside the entrance to Gilli Bar/Restaurant. Address: Via Roma 1r, Florence, 50123
Ending point:
Central location
Not Suitable For:
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Important Information:
– This tour operates daily throughout the year except on Mondays.
– The tour does not operate on the following days: First Sunday of each month, January 1, 6, March 31, April 1, 25, May 1, June 2, August 15, November 1, December 8, 25, 26, 31, and on special days when museums offer free public entry.
– Guests under 18 years old must present a valid photo ID with their date of birth for museum entry.
– Selfie sticks, long umbrellas, large bags, and backpacks are not allowed inside the museums.
– This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
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