Enjoy an introductory half-day tour of Florence's must-see sites, intertwined with remarkable historical narratives and unexpected learnings of the Italian Renaissance – provided by context clues that have survived through the ages. Your introduction to the city begins with Piazza della Repubblica, which has a long history as Florence's commercial center during the Roman era.

You will then stroll through the center of the city to the Piazza della Signoria, which was the political epicenter of Renaissance Florence. Next, be prepared to be impressed as you marvel at the most important landmark in Florence Brunelleschi's masterpiece, the iconic Duomo. You will circle the impressive exterior and discuss the importance of this fourth largest cathedral in the world, and learn about the nearby Baptistery and its role in Florentine art and civic history.

You will make your way to the Accademia Gallery and view its famous masterpiece, Michelangelo’s statue of David. You’ll learn about the life of Michelangelo in Florence and how his techniques forever changed the way that artists and sculptors approached their craft. Your guide will discuss Michelangelo’s early years and career under the patronage of the powerful Medici family, and admire David, the artist's masterpiece and consummate symbol of the Florentine Renaissance.