This tour is the perfect itinerary of the highlights of Florence, giving you the tools to truly appreciate everything you’ll see throughout your visit. While museums and churches are incredible, this experience helps put everything into context, offering a deeper understanding of the city’s history, art, and culture. It’s an ideal way to start your visit and pairs beautifully with our Uffizi Crash Course tour later in the day or at any point during your stay. 

We recommend bringing a bottle of water, sunscreen (especially in summer), a camera to capture the beauty of Florence, and comfortable shoes for walking on cobblestone streets. A small bag is best—large backpacks and sharp objects should be avoided for museum security checks. 

Absolutely! This tour is designed to move at your pace and focus on what interests you most. Your guide is there just for you—nothing is scripted, and they are happy to adapt. If you’d like to slow down, take breaks, or spend more time on certain topics, just let them know.

Florence is a popular destination, and during peak travel seasons, places like the Accademia Gallery can get very crowded. Air conditioning is also limited, which can make summer visits feel warmer. Our experienced guides know the best ways to navigate the crowds, adjust the pace, and optimize your route to make the most of your visit. While some areas may be more congested, your guide will ensure you get the best possible experience. Patience is key, and we’ll make sure your time in the museum is well spent!

Florence can get quite warm in the summer, but don’t worry—our local experts have years of experience and know the best shady spots, cooler routes, and indoor alternatives to keep you comfortable. If the weather is particularly hot or rainy, they will adjust the itinerary to ensure you have the best experience possible.

Yes! You’ll see the Duomo up close and learn about its breathtaking exterior and historical significance. However, this tour does not include entry to the cathedral. If you’d like to explore the interior and dive deeper into its history, we recommend booking our Florence Cathedral Tour with Duomo Museum and Baptistry.

Yes! Your tour includes pre-purchased tickets, so you can skip the ticket office line at the museum. While this allows us to bypass the long general admission queue, there is still a separate line for reserved ticket holders. During peak season, this line can be busy, but it moves much faster. Your expert will handle the logistics and help make the process as smooth as possible.

While admission is free for visitors under 18, families without pre-purchased tickets must wait in a separate line to verify their child's age. To save time and ensure a smoother experience, we typically include tickets for all guests. This allows us to skip the verification line, which can be quite long, and head straight into the museum to enjoy more time with Michelangelo’s David.

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Yes, of course. To facilitate getting to Florence quickly and easily, we have a private car service available as optional from Siena. The private car will comfortably pick you up at your hotel in Siena and take you to Florence to meet your guide. You can also reserve a car service to take you back to Siena at the end of the tour. If interested, please book these services at check out and let us know your address in Siena so that we can get this reserved for you. Please consider the pick up time will be around 1.5 hours before the start time of the tour in Florence. If you are not staying in Siena but would like to add this service, please let us know at check out and our team will coordinate with you. There might be additional charges for pick ups different than Siena.

We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.

Yes, but it includes a moderate amount of walking on uneven ground and sidewalks. The tour can be adjusted to accommodate accessibility needs. The Accademia Gallery is wheelchair accessible, with lifts and handicap-fitted bathrooms. 

Yes, service dogs are allowed with a medical certificate proving the need.