- In our Medici: Portrait of a Family walk, we'll focus on the political and social history of Florence, dealing primarily with the rise of the Medici family and their impact on the Renaissance. We... >>
- 3.5 hours
All Walks
Ancient Florence
PRICE: 60 per person or 275 per group
Florence's ancient origins date as far back as the 7th century BC, when the Etruscan civilization ruled present-day Tuscany. In the 1st century BC, the Romans founded the city of Florentia, which... more >>Arte Firenze
PRICE: 70 per person or from 330 per group plus tickets
In our Arte Firenze walk, we'll visit the Uffizi Gallery in the company of an art historian, who will share their deep knowledge of this renowned collection of Italian Renaissance art. The itinerary... more >>Arte Firenze for Families
PRICE: 275 per group + tickets
Created especially for our younger art enthusiasts, our Arte Firenze for Families walk acts as a primer to the rich collection of the Uffizi and to Florentine art, in general. Well pair your family... more >>Colors of Florence
PRICE: 45 per person, or 220 per group
The greens, whites, pinks, browns and greys that make up the Florentine palette are some of the citys most recognizable visual cues. Not solely chosen for their esthetic value, the colors of... more >>Custom Itinerary (Florence)
PRICE: from 220
Context can design a wide variety of personalized itineraries for people with special interests or who are traveling in large groups. Drawing on our network of docents, our range of other concierge... more >>Daily Life of Renaissance Florentines
PRICE: 60 per person, or 275 per group
The Renaissance period is the most celebrated era in Florentine history. The graceful paintings, daunting family legacies, moving literary tomes and stunning architectural advancements that... more >>Dante's Florence
PRICE: 60 per person, or 275 per group
This three-hour, thematic walking seminar will trace the steps of one of Florences most famous literary figures: Dante Alighieri. Dantes greatest work, The Divine Comedy, is a poem comprised of... more >>Day in the Val D'Orcia
PRICE: 1270 euros for up to 6 people incl. transportation
The Val D'Orcia countryside, located just south of Siena, is an idyllic valley, with gorgeous emerald green rolling hills lined with cypress trees and a medieval past originating from the Via... more >>Duomo Complex
PRICE: 66 per person, or 330 per group
This three-hour walking seminar focuses on Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence's cathedral usually simply referred to as the Duomo. In the company of an art or architectural historian, we will spend... more >>Florence Evening Transect
PRICE: 35 per person, or 165 per group
Our early evening, two-hour orientation walk begins in Piazza SS. Annunziata, an integral public space in the Florence city center. Here we look at one of the most important architectural spaces in... more >>Florence Food Experiences
PRICE: 250 excl. tastings
Food and gastronomy have always played an integral part of the Florentine culture and identity. In fact, the Tuscan cuisine has become famous all over the world for its use of fresh, local... more >>Florence Market Walk
PRICE: 45 per person, or from 230 per group
Florence is not just paintings and palazzos; its also home to one of the richest and well-known cuisines in the world. In our two-hour guided walk in one of Florences most characteristic food... more >>Fresco Workshop
PRICE: 75 per person or 350 per group
Fresco, which means fresh in Italian, is the art of painting on fast-drying damp plaster with water based pigments. During the Renaissance, fresco painting was considered the true test of an... more >>Lucca: Half Day Walk
PRICE: 330 per group excl. tickets
Lucca is one of many quaint Tuscan towns with thousands of years of history. Evidence of Etruscan, Roman and Medieval civilization are all contained within the citys fortress-like walls, which date... more >>Michelangelo Seminar
PRICE: 71.50 + tickets, or from 385 per group
It is difficult to overstate Michelangelo Buonarroti's impact on the Florentine Renaissance and art history in general. His arrival on the scene in the early 16th century changed forever the way that... more >>Oltrarno Artisans
PRICE: 66 per person, or 330 per group
The Florentine tradition of producing artisanal goods has been in existence for centuries and remains one of the cornerstones of Florences visual and social history, as much as it did in the times... more >>Orientation Chat (Florence)
PRICE: 65 per group
As part of this orientation chat, a representative of our organization will meet you at your hotel shortly after your arrival. We'll spend an hour with you, first exploring the neighborhood where you... more >>Picturing Florence: A Photography Workshop
PRICE: 360 per group, excl. tickets
It is often easy to take pictures of Florence since the people, architecture, sculptures and culture often lend to grace and beauty. Our workshop will not only guide those who are interested in... more >>Renaissance Life for Families
PRICE: 275 per group excl. tickets
During the Renaissance era, Florence was popularly considered to be the epicenter of the artistic and commercial world. Art was changing dramatically, led mostly by new techniques introduced by... more >>Restoring Florence
PRICE: 330 per group
Florence, with more precious objects per square mile than most countries, has become a center for art restoring. This visit to one of the leading laboratories for restoration will take travelers... more >>Santa Croce Neighborhood Walk
PRICE: 50 per person, or 250 per group
The Santa Croce neighborhood, located on the east side of the Florence city center, is named after its most important church. The neighborhood, left somewhat untouched by the common path of tourists,... more >>Santo Spirito Neighborhood Stroll
PRICE: 250 per group
The Santo Spirito neighborhood, on the west side of the Oltrarno, features a lively mix of high art and Florentine neighborhood culture. The characteristic neighborhood is filled with tiny streets,... more >>Science and Humanism
PRICE: 200 per group
This thematic walk traces the explosion of scientific progress and the rise of humanism during the rule of the Medici family. The Medicis Cosimo I and Ferdinand I were fervent patrons of the... more >>Sense of Tuscany Wine Tasting
PRICE: 90 per person or 500 per group
Tuscan wine is rightfully renowned throughout the world for its taste, depth and quality. The grapes that are grown in Tuscany have come to be some of the most prized of their varieties, which have... more >>Siena: Half-Day Walk
PRICE: 250 per group
Nestled in the southern Chianti hills, Siena is, indubitably, one of the most gracious and alluring cities in Italy. The city, best seen from the superior vantage points of the bell tower or the top... more >>Slow Food Day in Chianti
PRICE: Starting at 2100 for a group of 4
Our day in Chianti is designed for serious foodies who want to experience the inspiring landscape of Chianti and its deep culinary traditions. We organize this in conjunction with Slow Food Florence... more >>Symbols and Legends of Florence (Family Orientation)
PRICE: 200 per group
Florence is embedded with cherished symbols, which pop up all over town, sometimes when least expected. The town flower, the lily, can be spotted everywhere from fountains, to building facades, to... more >>The Medici: Portrait of a Family
PRICE: 71.50 per person or from 385 per group
In our Medici: Portrait of a Family walk, we'll focus on the political and social history of Florence, dealing primarily with the rise of the Medici family and their impact on the Renaissance. We... more >>The Palio - Siena
PRICE: 250 per group
The famous Palio horse race of Siena informs our visit to this Medieval town, where our native docent will explain the ins and outs of each contrada as a basis for understanding this amazing... more >>The Pitti Palace
PRICE: 275 per group
The Pitti Palace, and the amazing art collections contained within, stands as a strong expression of power of the Medici Dukes, who returned to power in Florence in the 16th and 17th centuries,... more >>Tuscan Truffle Hunt
PRICE: 300 per group, excl. car service
The hillsides around Siena are known for their outstanding truffles--mushroom-like funghi that form the base of Tuscan cuisine. This half day excursion takes you out to a farm near Siena with one of... more >>Categories
The Medici: Portrait of a Family
Day in the Val D'Orcia
- The Val D'Orcia countryside, located just south of Siena, is an idyllic valley, with gorgeous emerald green rolling hills lined with cypress trees and a medieval past originating from the Via... >>
- 10 hours