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Florence in One Day: Accademia and Uffizi Guided Visits & Walking Tour

Experience the heart of Florence with expert guided visits to the Accademia and Uffizi galleries with the All Florence in one day: Accademia and Uffizi guided visits & walking tour. Take a walking tour through the historic city center and have a relaxing Tuscan lunch.

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Highlights

  • Experience the best of Florence in one well-planned guided tour
  • Visit two of the world's most famous museums
  • Admire masterpieces of famous artists and other Renaissance artworks
  • Enjoy a guided walking tour through Florence's historic city center
  • Relax with a traditional Tuscan lunch in the heart of the old town
  • Benefit from small-group guided visits for a more personal experience
  • Smartphone Voucher is Accepted! No need to print the tickets!

Overview

Join us on a one-day tour to explore Florence and the city's greatest treasures. Led by a guide, visit the famous Academia and Uffizi gallery. Designed for travelers who want to see the highlights of the city, the tour blends the world-famous museum with a guided visit. Visit the iconic Academia to see the masterpieces of famous artists, including Michelangelo. Proceed with a walking tour of the outdoor of San Lorenzo Church and the Duomo complex with a guided visit. Also see the picturesque Ponte Vecchio, the Fountain of Neptune, and the sculptural masterpieces of the Loggia dei Lanzi. Take a break to enjoy a relaxing Tuscan lunch in a traditional restaurant in the old town. In the afternoon, explore the Uffizi gallery to discover the masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and more. Travel comfortably in a small group for a personalized experience, offering a complete and unforgettable Florence experience in one day.

Itinerary

The All Florence in one day: Accademia and Uffizi guided visits & walking tour begins in the heart of Florence’s old city center with a guided visit to the Accademia Gallery, offering a total immersion into the art of Michelangelo. Here you will admire his most celebrated masterpiece, the David, carved from a single huge block of rough marble over three years and regarded as an absolute icon of Renaissance beauty. The visit also includes other important works such as I Prigioni, San Matteo, and the Palestrina Pietà, allowing a deeper understanding of Michelangelo’s artistic vision and genius.

After the Accademia, the experience continues with a guided walking tour through the historic center. You will enjoy an outdoor visit to the Church of San Lorenzo and the Duomo complex, including the San Giovanni Baptistery with its famous bronze doors known as the Porta del Paradiso, the Cathedral, Brunelleschi’s magnificent Cupola, and Giotto’s bell tower. The walk proceeds along lively Via Calzaiuoli, where you can admire the imposing Orsanmichele Church, a masterpiece of Florentine Gothic art decorated with statues of the patron saints of medieval trade guilds. Continuing on, you will reach the bustling Mercato della Paglia, where tradition invites you to rub the nose of the famous porcellino and toss a coin into the fountain for good luck. The route then leads to the romantic Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, renowned for its jewelry shops, before arriving at Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city. This extraordinary open-air museum features the Fountain of Neptune, the sculptures of the Loggia dei Lanzi such as Cellini’s Perseus and Giambologna’s Rape of the Sabines, and the majestic Palazzo Vecchio with its crenellated Arnolfo tower.

At midday, you will enjoy a typical lunch in a restaurant located in Florence’s old town, offering a pleasant break between the morning and afternoon visits. In the afternoon, the All Florence in one day: Accademia and Uffizi guided visits & walking tour continues with a guided visit to the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most famous art museums in the world. Inside, you will admire an exceptional collection of works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio, and many others. Among the most renowned halls is the one dedicated to Botticelli, where you will see the absolute masterpieces Primavera and The Birth of Venus, the latter symbolizing the ideal of beauty as purity and spiritual harmony, in line with Renaissance Neoplatonic aesthetics. At the end of the guided visit, you may choose to remain inside the museum to continue exploring at your own pace.

This comprehensive one-day tour allows you to discover Florence through its world-famous monuments, palaces, and museums, with professional local guides leading small-group visits to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries as well as the historic center. The All Florence in one day: Accademia and Uffizi guided visits & walking tour offers an immersive journey through the art and history of Florence, celebrating the legacy of the great Renaissance masters.

Schedule

  • Timings: 09:00am (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time)
  • Duration: (Approx.) 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Meeting Point: At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti.

Inclusions

  • Assistance at the Meeting Point
  • Accademia Entrance Ticket with Reservation Fee
  • Uffizi Gallery entrance ticket
  • Accademia and Uffizi Small Groups Guided Visits
  • Earphones at Both Museums
  • Local Professional Guide for Accademia, Uffizi Galleries and Florence historic center Walking Tour Guided Visit
  • Tour available in English

Exclusions

  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off

Redemption Info

  • You can present your mobile or printed voucher at the meeting location: At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggiato of Accademia delle Belle Arti.
  • An assistant will be waiting for you wearing blue clothing with CAF Tour - Gray Line logos
  • In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
  • Ticket/ Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.

Know Before You Go

  • Please note that the security checks may delay the entry.
  • A standard surcharge of Euro 29 might be applicable at the Uffizi Gallery, that has to be paid directly.
  • To confirm a booking the following details are mandatory for all the participants:
  • First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, Passport/ID Nr, A valid mobile phone number , Email address.
  • In the event, that one or more details are missing, the booking cannot be considered confirmed.
  • If you require any assistance please contact us at support@sightseeingo.com.
  • Free Wifi: No.
  • Wheelchair or Stroller accessible: No.
  • Voucher Information: Mobile and Paper Vouchers are accepted!
  • All travellers are advised to carry their Passport/ID card on the day of travel.
  • The tour includes walking long distances, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
  • Visitors are kindly requested to respect the instructions of the Security Staff.
  • Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation Policy

  • Non-Refundable/ Non-Amendable, all sales are final once booked!

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