LivTours’ Private Walking Tour | Florence Highlights with David & Duomo is ideal if you want to experience the beautiful Renaissance city with an expert guide making a memorable day full of art and history! Though the highlight of this tour is Michelangelo’s David, your private expert guide will show you so much more as you explore the mecca of Renaissance art. On this walking tour of Florence, you can expect to see the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and of course, Michelangelo’s David.
A relatively small city, Florence packs a big punch as the birthplace of Renaissance art, so having a private tour guide to show what lays below the surface will give you a glimpse into why Florence is considered one of the most prestigious cities for art.
LivTours Tours will take care of all the preparations necessary, so you can have a truly memorable and hassle-free walking tour of Florence. All of LivTours’ guides are experts in their field and are more than happy to answer any questions you might have about history, art, and even local cuisine.
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Florence, Italy – July 05, 2019: Fontana del Porcellino, a bronze boar rubbed by thousands of hands for luck. Tuscany, Italy
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Your Private Walking Tour Florence begins at an hour that is convenient for you, depending on your schedule. You will meet your tour guide at the centrally located Piazza della Signoria, and the tour will begin in what is considered, an outdoor museum that surrounds you. Once you are acquainted with your guide, you will begin your stroll towards Palazzo Vecchio, marveling at the statues and fountains flanking the main facade.
Your guide will take you towards the picturesque bridge of Ponte Vecchio, and share with you the fascinating history of Florence’s longest-standing bridge. Admire the numerous jewelry shops nestled along both sides of this Medieval bridge, enjoy its colorful charm, and take a few moments to snap some photos as this is one of the most photographed sites in Florence.
Your private Florence tour continues as you stroll through the charming streets of this Florentine city where some of the greatest artists have walked – Michelangelo, Dante Alighieri, and Botticelli. You will make a stop in the Piazza della Repubblica, nowadays lined with quaint cafes and hotels, it was once home to an Ancient Roman Forum and has suffered many changes throughout time.
Next, it is on to the unique Duomo made of green, white, and pink local marble and is crowned with Brunelleschi’s Dome which is said to have been inspired by the magnificent engineering of the Pantheon in Rome. This engineering marvel has earned its place as a permanent fixture in the skyline of Florence.
Just next to the Cathedral of Florence, known by Italians as the Duomo, is an eight-sided building which is the Baptistery. You will discover why the Baptistery was outside the Cathedral and not inside as they usually are. Admire the Baptistery’s Holy Door, coined as the Gates of Paradise by Michelangelo thanks to the opulent beauty of the gold reliefs which serve to tell the story of the Old Testament – a truly unique Renaissance masterpiece.
Your Florence Walking Tour will now close with a visit to the famous Galleria dell’Accademia, where you will enjoy skip-the-line entrance tickets, maximizing your time in Florence. Michelangelo’s original David statue is a majestic statue that is sure to impress at 17 feet high, this iconic piece was completed when the artist was only 29 years old.
Come explore Florence with a private expert guide at your side and create a memorable time in Tuscany!
UPGRADE YOUR TOUR & ADD THE DUOMO OR BELL TOWER CLIMB
Add the possibility of climbing the Duomo of Florence 30 minutes after the tour is over. By adding the optional add-on, we will provide you with skip-the-line timed tickets to climb the Duomo after the tour is over. In case the Duomo is sold out, you will be able to climb the magnificent bell tower of the Church. In addition, the tickets also include access to the Museo del Duomo. Please bear in mind that these are subject to availability and that we will need the full name and dates of birth of all participants in order to secure your climb.
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When you book a LivTours Private Tour or Experience, you are guaranteed a dedicated, expert guide that allows you the flexibility to start your tour at a time which is convenient for you, making planning easy. Our private tours ensure that you will get a tailored experience to meet all your needs so we go at your pace, perfect for families with younger children, elderly, or individuals with accessibility needs. Please be advised that all private tours begin at a base price starting at two people*. Prices are inclusive of entry tickets where applicable. *Some Ferrari private experiences are inclusive of one person only.
Make your experience even more unique by upgrading your LivTours experience. Please note: add-ons are non refundable.
By selecting Choose Dates Later / Buy as Gift at booking, any tour can be purchased without fixed dates. This is the perfect option if you want to purchase your tour as a gift for a loved one, or if you are in the pre-planning phase of your vacation. After booking, you will receive a Travel Voucher Code and full instructions on how to schedule your tours when ready. Once your travel plans are confirmed, you can easily use the Travel Voucher Code on the LivTours website to formally schedule your tours. You can find out more here.