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Florence: Whispers of the Renaissance walking tour

4.6(78)Florence1 hour
VIATOR4.5(43)TRIPADVISOR4.8(35)

Description

The city was born in shadow, 59 B.C., a Roman secret. Now, the veil lifts. Embark on a mysterious, small-group walking journey through the narrow, echoing streets of Florence. With a local guide, you will not merely walk; you will tread the very footsteps of ghosts—Botticelli, Michelangelo, and the powerful, secretive Medici. Uncover the hidden gems and the epic landmarks—the towering Duomo, the solemn Piazza della Signoria, the ancient Ponte Vecchio—where centuries of ambition and art were forged. Hear the fascinating, untold tales of its legendary residents—the enigmatic Dante, the political genius of the Medicis—as your expert guide unlocks the city's ancient language. With exclusive access, bypass the crowds and let history's architecture speak directly to you. This is more than a tour. It is an invitation to experience Florence not as a tourist, but as a privileged explorer, discovering why this city remains one of the world's most enduring and beautiful enigmas.

Tour Options

Accademia Gallery Guided Tour
  • Duration: 1 hour
Walking Tour

Itinerary

60 min

Enter to ITALY PASS STORE at Via de' Pucci 37

Highlights

Licensed guide
Radios and headsets

What's included

Included
Licensed guide
Radios and headsets
Not included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and beverage

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(78)

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Simona_P
October 24, 2025
A bluff

Yes, you book a guided tour, but in reality you are only entitled to an audio guide, downloadable on your phone. The headphones supplied are not compatible with iPhone, so if it does not have them of your property, you must listen via phone. In addition, I was with my 10-year-old boy who does not have his own phone. Finally, the audioguide describes works not present in the museum. Exorbitant cost.

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Carrie_H
July 21, 2025
The Best Tour Ever!

I had the best time! Our tour guide Darryl was very informative and enthusiastic and we saw so much of Scotlands beauty and learned some of Scottish history.

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NER0-15
January 27, 2025
It is very worth visiting the museum

Worth the visit, I used the tourist card, I have discount for that and to avoid the ticket line. The room è small na entrance but near the statue of David has space to completely turn it around , the other statues and pictures of the museum tambem are very cool 😃

Operator response

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Mary_T
December 2, 2024
Viator Always Delivers

Fantastic guide. Wonderful paintings and sculptures. Guide was extremely well informed. Flexibility is appreciated.

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Cathy_H
November 11, 2024
A must see when in Florence Viator tour guide made it memorable!

Our tour of the Academia was excellent! Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and told great stories about Michelangelo’s life which gave the sculptures so much more meaning. The entire experience was well organized and great!! I believe her name was Olga sorry if i don’t have that right

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Kristine_H
September 19, 2024
Don’t wait in line on your own.

We had a very knowledgeable tour guide. Hespoke English well. Having a guided tour provides important and interesting backstory to the experience.

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Hanna_C
September 7, 2024
Good - could be better

Guide was very knowledgeable BUT the communication device kept breaking up and often only heard half of what he said. Quite crowded but guide didn't seem to monitor if he had all of his guests. Also, in a crowd would be helpful if guide used a flag, umbrellas, something for the group to follow. Lastly, finding the agent to show voucher and get ticket - good luck. His sign was an 11x24 laminated piece of paper resting in a bush. They should have a portable stand to sign in rather than an unidentified man answering question for whomever asks.

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Barbara_D
August 25, 2024
Learned so much !!

Mary is amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable and pleasant. We appreciated that she provided images on her iPad of historical scenes and items, so we could better appreciate the art

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Judith_L
July 30, 2024
Great experience

Knowledgeable tour guide. Easy access to the museum, the David and the rest of the exhibits. Arrived early and they were able to accommodate us.

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Erik_P
July 10, 2024
Great tour!

Our guide was wonderful and the tour was fantastic. Just long enough and just enough information to explore David and some of the more important works of art in the Accademia.

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