Private Florence Walking Tour: Explore Highlights and Climb Brunelleschi Dome

Embark on a private walking tour of Florence’s highlights, including Santa Croce Church, Ponte Vecchio, and the Cathedral. Climb the Brunelleschi Dome for panoramic views of the city.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Florence - Connect with your certified tour guide at your accommodation and embark on an engaging stroll through Florence’s avenues and squares. This journey will highlight the city’s historical narrative, with a special focus on the Renaissance era, as evidenced by the numerous significant edifices along the way.

Following a delightful deviation into one of the city’s most ancient quarters to marvel at the tower houses dating back to the 1300s, you will arrive at Piazza Duomo. Here, you’ll be greeted by the breathtaking sight of the Duomo (Cathedral of Florence), renowned for its distinctive marble embellishments and, most notably, Brunelleschi’s dome. This dome stands as a testament to the ingenuity of the Renaissance in Florence, celebrated for its innovative design and the audacity of its construction.

Your guide will then assist you in ascending the Dome, making efficient use of your priority access pass to bypass the queues!

Be ready to tackle the 463 steps to the top (note that there is no elevator), where you’ll be rewarded with a panoramic view of Florence.

What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Private tour
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Commence this exhilarating private urban exploration, meeting your guide at a centrally located hotel in Florence to visit the key attractions of this Italian gem. This tour serves as an excellent introduction to the city, encompassing Santa Croce Church, Bargello Palace, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the courtyard of the Uffizi Gallery, and the Church of San Lorenzo. Upon journeying through the city center, you will arrive at the Brunelleschi Dome. Here, your guide will ensure you bypass the queue for a swift ascent to the top. You may then independently survey the vast complex and appreciate the viewpoints of the city you’ve previously visited during your tour. Your admission tickets grant entry to the Cathedral, the Crypt, the Baptistry, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Museo dell’Opera, valid for an uninterrupted 72 hours from initial use.

Location
Piazza di Santa Croce
By Dante's white marble statue, near the church steps.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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1 Adult
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