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#1Cinque Terre Full-Day Tour from Florence

Explore the breathtaking Ligurian coast on a tour of Cinque Terre, a small corner of paradise divided into five villages suspended on steep cliffs overlookin...

Duration 13h 30m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.0 of 5 (211 reviews)
¥11,419
per adult
Cinque Terre Full-Day Tour from Florence

#2Full-Day Tour of San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti

Enjoy a full-day tour exploring the scenic countryside towns of Siena and San Gimignano. Discover the awe-inspiring landscape of the Chianti region, enjoy lu...

Duration 11h 45m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.3 of 5 (134 reviews)
¥7,212
per adult
Full-Day Tour of San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti

#3Highlights of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa with Lunch

Enjoy a day trip through Tuscany as you explore Italy's most famous wine-growing region and the historic towns of Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa. Along the w...

Duration 12h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.2 of 5 (250 reviews)
¥7,934
per traveler
Highlights of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa with Lunch

#4Uffizi Gallery Tickets with Skip-The-Line Admission

Discover the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery's stunning collection and skip past the ticket lines outside with this exclusive ticket. Inside, spend as much tim...

Duration 2h 50m+
3.8 of 5 (144 reviews)
¥2,404
per adult
Uffizi Gallery Tickets with Skip-The-Line Admission

#5Accademia Gallery Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Admission

Skip the line and enter the Accademia Gallery of Art, a one-of-a-kind Italian museum most famous for its presentation of Michelangelo's artistic genius. Marv...

Duration 1h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (50 reviews)
¥5,049
per adult
Accademia Gallery Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Admission

#6Florence Day Trip to Chianti and San Gimignano

Meet your private driver at 9am for the relaxing hour's drive through a Tuscan landscape of vines, olive groves and hills topped with castles and abbeys, arr...

Duration 9h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
¥9,770
per traveler
Florence Day Trip to Chianti and San Gimignano

#7Skip-the-Line Duomo: Priority-Access 30-Minute Guided Tour

Florence’s famed cathedral is known for its stunning exterior and impressive size, but its beautifully designed interior is also a sight to behold. Get immed...

Duration 30m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
3.8 of 5 (30 reviews)
¥3,005
per adult
Skip-the-Line Duomo: Priority-Access 30-Minute Guided Tour

#8Best of Florence Tour with Fast Track Accademia & Duomo

See the best of Florence at ground-level with your expert local guide—an art historian, culture buff, and history enthusiast—and a small group of 15 people f...

Duration 3h+ Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.8 of 5 (112 reviews)
¥7,092
¥6,029
per adult
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Best of Florence Tour with Fast Track Accademia & Duomo

#9Pisa Half-Day Tour

Travel through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to Pisa on this half-day tour from Florence. Explore the architectural magnificence of the Piazza dei Miracol...

Duration 5h 30m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.2 of 5 (60 reviews)
¥6,010
per adult
Pisa Half-Day Tour

#10Florence in a Day: ComboSaver Tour with David, Uffizi, Duomo

Make the most of your day in Florence with a combo tour that visits Accademia Gallery, David, Florence Cathedral (Il Duomo), the Uffizi Gallery, and more. Yo...

Duration 6h+ Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.5 of 5 (124 reviews)
¥10,217
per adult
Florence in a Day: ComboSaver Tour with David, Uffizi, Duomo
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Guide to Exploring around Florence

Ponte Vecchio

Take a trip over Florence’s iconic bridge, spared by the Nazis for its beauty and home to jewelers for more than four centuries.

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Piazza della Signoria

This lively square is home to Michelangelo’s David, as well as numerous cafés, the world-famous Uffizi and an outdoor sculpture gallery.

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San Lorenzo Church

One of the oldest and largest churches in Florence is also one of the city’s earliest examples of Renaissance design.

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Basilica of Santa Croce

Glorious tombs mark the resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and many other Italian greats in the largest Franciscan church in the world.

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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo)

The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence.

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Uffizi Gallery (Galleria degli Uffizi)

Art lovers will be in their element in this famous museum, home to the most extensive and important collection of masterpieces in the world.

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Pitti Palace (Palazzo Pitti)

This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence.

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Piazza del Duomo

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the resplendent Baptistery, as well as the cathedral and its dome draw the crowds to this square in the heart of the city.

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Boboli Gardens

Take a deep breath and enjoy a relaxing walk or scenic picnic in these iconic Florentine gardens with shady avenues, tranquil ponds and historic sculptures.

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Bargello

Florence’s most prestigious collection of sculptures is displayed in this magnificent building, which is both a historical palace and an art museum.

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Florence Baptistery

View the iconic “gates of paradise,” admire the unique architectural structure and study exquisitely detailed mosaics in this incredible 11th-century baptistery.

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Florence Neighbourhoods

Duomo

Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Florence Baptistery or Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Santa Maria Novella

Santa Maria Novella is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Fortezza da Basso and Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Florence-Cascine Station.

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San Lorenzo

A noteworthy feature of San Lorenzo is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out San Marco Convent and Museum and Piazza San Marco.

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Santa Croce

Santa Croce is known for its fascinating museums, and you can make a stop by Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while in the area.

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Oltrarno

Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for is fascinating museums, picturesque gardens, and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Boboli Gardens or Pitti Palace while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Campo di Marte

Join the crowds cheering for the local soccer team, attending a concert or tasting some of Florence’s favorite ice cream flavors.

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