Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

Engage yourself in the heart of Florence's old city center, where the Accademia Gallery unveils Michelangelo's masterpieces. After the guided tour, embrace the opportunity to stay in the museum in the timeless art of the museum. Continue with a walking tour, exploring the San Lorenzo Church and the...

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Activity Information

  • Art & Culture

    Historical Tours

  • Accessibility

    Public transport nearby

  • Cancellation policy

    Non-refundable

  • Type of Confirmation

    Instant Confirmation

  • Duration

    6 hours

Overview

Explore the historic heart of Florence through the informed eyes of an expert guide who will help you understand Florence’s incredible wealth of art.

Your journey begins at the Accademia Gallery, with a chance to see all of Michelangelo's masterpieces, including the famous *David*, as well as some extraordinary works of other artists.

Your guide will lead you on foot to view San Lorenzo Church and then visit the magnificent Duomo complex of Florence, which includes the Baptistery, Brunelleschi's Dome, and Giotto's Bell Tower.

Also take time to visit Orsanmichele Church, following along Via Calzaiuoli, as well as experiencing the bustling energy of the Mercato della Paglia.

At the beautiful Ponte Vecchio full of fine jewelry, you will then walk to Piazza della Signoria, where you will see the Palazzo Vecchio.

Before choosing between two incredible options such as an excursion to the Uffizi Gallery that has masterpieces like Botticelli’s *Primavera* and *The Birth of Venus* or the magnificent Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, complete with breathtaking Brunelleschi’s Dome, you will be able to enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch.

At the close of your day, you will have ample opportunity to take in as much of the timeless beauty of Florence's most outstanding works of art as possible.

Why Travelers Chose This Tour

What's Included
  • April to October - monolingual small group Tour
  • Local Professional Guide
  • Comprehensive Guided Visit of whole Florence city center
  • Uffizi Guided Visit in small group with max 9 pax per Guide (if option selected)
  • Accademia Guided Visit in small group with max 19 pax per Guide
  • Entrance ticket, museum reservation fee and guaranteed entry time
  • 3-course Tuscan Lunch in a typical Restaurant located in the old city
What's Excluded
  • drinks to be paid on the spot
  • 0-6 years old, lunch to be paid on the spot
  • If you selected Half Day Tour: Uffizi Gallery Visit is not included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point
Via Ricasoli, 68
Via Ricasoli, Firenze FI, Italy
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At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti.An assistant will wait for you wearing blue clothing with CAF and GRAY LINE Logos
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Point of arrival
Uffizi Galleries
Piazzale degli Uffizi, Firenze FI, Italy
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What To Expect

Michelangelo's Statue of David (Il Davide di Michelangelo)

The tour will kick off in the historic city center and stop at the Accademia Gallery. This guided visit will fully take copious notes on Michelangelo's artistry. In there, you can see his most celebrated works including “David,” and other important masterpieces like "I Prigioni," and "San Matteo," and the “Palestrina Pietà.” David is the large-scale sculpture executed by Michelangelo in three years out of unworked marble; it is inspiring, embodying the beauty that Renaissance ideals gave life to.

1 hour - Entrance ticket included

2
Medici Riccardi Palace (Palazzo Medici Riccardi)

10 minutes - Entrance ticket NOT included

3
Basilica of San Lorenzo (Basilica di San Lorenzo)

The Medici family church, made by Brunelleschi, is a masterpiece of the Renaissance, known for its architectural harmony. Inside it lies the tombs of the Medici reflecting the cultural and political heritage of the city.

10 minutes - Entrance ticket NOT included

4
Piazza San Giovanni

The splendid square, called Piazza del Duomo, gives ways to see the great Cathedral with the Cupola del Brunelleschi, Giotto's bell tower, and Baptistery of St. John which comes decorated with the known Gates of Paradise.

10 minutes - Entrance ticket NOT included

5
Fontana del Porcellino (Pass By)

The Porcellino Fountain is set inside the Straw Market in Florence. An original and only bronze casting of a domestic pig and, for that reason, a great amulet to many who would touch its snout for luck and insert a coin into its mouth to help it find its way back to Florence.

Free entrance

6
Piazza della Signoria

Famous square, sometimes called an "outdoor sculpture museum," is marked by grande presence of Palazzo Vecchio. Visitors will be surprised by many masterpieces like The Fountain of Neptune, Statue of Cosimo I and Loggia dei Lanzi.

10 minutes - Entrance ticket NOT included

7
Ponte Vecchio

And so your great walking tour ends at this famous Ponte Vecchio— the oldest bridge in Florence. Where you get a chance to see its famous jewelry shops.

10 minutes - Free entrance

Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi)

After lunch, you will go to one important place in Florence known as one of the best museums in the world: the Uffizi Gallery. This fine place holds great works from famous artists likeBotticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raffaello and many more who catch visitors with their amazing beauty. With help from your guide you will see valuable treasures kept in this unusual museum.

1 hour 30 minutes - Entrance ticket included

Itinerary Map

Additional Info
  • Strollers or buggies may be used for babies and toddlers.
  • Just beside it, various choices of public transport are there.
  • Babies have to be placed on an adult's lap.
  • Also, seats meant only for babies are available.
  • Suitable for people at any level of physical fitness, the Uffizi ticket also allows entry to the National Archaeological Museum as well as Opificio delle Pietre Dure.
  • Normal Tuscan Lunch at a place located in the old town includes a three-course set menu, with drinks to be paid on the spot.
  • Being on time is key; it is needed to reach the meeting place at the given check-in hour.
  • If there is a hold-up, joining the tour will not be allowed, and also no money back or changing of the guided visit will happen.
  • Caf Tour & Travel also offers a pre-booking service which enables its guests to skip the general admission queue at the Museum.
  • Though reservations are made, delays in admission can still happen during peak visiting hours due to: - Entrance security checks including metal detectors - The maximum allowed number of people inside the Museum at one time for security reasons as well as to keep the integrity of works on display.
  • Therefore, such possible delays cannot be blamed on Caf Tour & Travel.

Cancellation Policy

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

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