The wonders of Florence walking tour

General information

Destination
Florence, Italy

Program details

The best way to explore Florence and all her magnificent architectural treasures is on foot along with the expert knowledge of a local guide to ensure you discover all the history and secrets of this fabulous city.



Meet your guide at the historical heart of the city at Loggia del Bigallo on the Piazza Duomo to begin your discovery of the iconic monuments that surround this religious heart of the city: the Duomo Catherdral with its spectacular dome by Brunelleschi; the unusual octagonal Baptistery of San Giovanni and its Porta del Paradiso (“Gates of Paradise”); and the beautifully decorated Giotto bell tower.



Next we stroll down the Via Calzaioli to admire the gothic splendor of the Orsanmichele Church decorated around the outside with 14 famous tabernacles of patron saints. Moving on to the Mercato della Paglia (Straw Market) look out for the 17th century bronze statue of a wild boar and rub his nose for good luck! Our walk continues onto the oldest bridge in Florence, the romantic Ponte Vecchio where the street is lined with jewellery shops. Just a short way from the bridge we arrive at the Piazza Signoria, surrounded by an array of stunning masterpieces such as the Loggia dei Lanzi with its wide arches that are home to an open air museum filled with many famous sculptures such as Cellini’s Perseus. As the political hub of the city we can also admire the incredible Palazzo Vecchio and its beautiful crenellated tower which is city’s town hall.



Languages

English.