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Very special
A lovely relaxed trip, away from the crowds, but with the best views. Our guide was excellent, knowledgeable passionate and very generous with tips and advice for our time in Florence.
Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $70 / person
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 413 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meet your tour leader at Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River). Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Cruise along the Arno River and under the incredible Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s famous bridge, on a barchetto, a small traditional boat! Florence’s answer to the Venetian gondola, your barchetto is one of only 4 originals still operating in Florence. Savor this unique experience with a glass of chilled Tuscan rosé or white wine, while passing beautiful Florence attractions like the Corsini Palace and the Santa Trinita Bridge.
Tour Options
Itinerary
see the Ponte Vecchio from the Arno River
see Palazzo Corsini from the Arno River
see Uffizi from the Arno River
Highlights
Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide
Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
Cool Wine or Soft drink
English speaking fully licensed History guide
What's included
Included
Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide
Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
Cool Wine or Soft drink
English speaking fully licensed History guide
Not included
Gratuities
Food
Hotel pick up and drop off
Traveller Ratings
4.3
413 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- RAIN POLICY:
- The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain
- We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However rain or adverse weather conditions could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience
- In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:
- Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability. The Rain check is a voucher given to client. The voucher is transferable and may be sold or given to others to use at a future date and lasts up to 1 year from date. It has a value that can be possible used in any other tour provided by our company
- 100% refund for tour cancellation
- Please note that clients' safety and comfort are of utmost priority
- In any case, clients should show up at the meeting point at the scheduled time, or contact the office in advance
- No-shows will not be refunded
- The activity lasts 1 hour
- Please be informed that starting from 2025, the new and only meeting point will be Via dei Vaggellai 22/red, Florence.
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
Frequently asked questions
How long does Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto take?
Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto cost?
Prices start at $70 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your tour leader at Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River). Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(413)
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Beautiful sunset boatride
Thank you Fabio! What a great guide, he knew so many interesting facts about the river, the bridges and the surrounding buildings and we got a new appreciation for the Arno. We were also really lucky with a stunning sunset and having just ourselves and one other couple on our trip. This is a really great way to see the city from a new angle and I'd highly recommend it, great experience!
S
Great Cruise and View of Ponte Vecchio!
Angela was a very knowledgeable guide who took good care of us! She guided us through the history of Florence and pointed out important landmarks during the cruise. We had a great view of and sailed right under the Ponte Vecchio bridge. We even had a prosecco toast at the end! Our captain was very good in steering the vessel and kept us safe. A nice 1 hour cruise right before sunset - I highly recommend it!
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Overpriced but nice
A nice one hour boat ride on the Arno River. Overpriced.
D
Nice way to spend an hour at sunset on the Arno
Lovely way to spend an hour on the Arno, but overpriced. We did the sunset ride and it came with a glass of sparking. We had a total of 8 guests on the boat and they were all fun. It was not worth almost $200, tho!
K
A fairy tale journey
The whole experience was exceptional. The knowledge of the guide made the experience so interesting. The guide was fun, light hearted and energetic. She was attentive to the smaller details and this made the ride special and it showed the guide giving genuine focus and concern for our well-being.
V
Fun Sunset Ride!
Emanuela was an excellent tour guide for our cruise down the Arno River. We learned the history of the river as well as the buildings surrounding it. She served us sparkling wine and this was a very special moment of our honeymoon! Thank you!
H
Happy way to spend our first evening in Florence, before dinner.
Our guide knew her history, and her passion for Florence was evident in how she could tell us about it, as an interesting story (not a dry set of facts)
J
Absolutely beautiful tour.
One of my favorite tours. Relaxing, away from the crowds, and the history was so interesting. Our tour guide was great and the wine was a lovely touch.
C
Overall a worthwhile experience
Was a little pricy for the length of time but our tour guide was great and seeing Florence from a different perspective from the boat was really nice.
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