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Florence: 60-Minute Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour

Florence: 60-Minute Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour

Cruise by iconic sights in Florence on an eco-friendly electric golf cart tour. Roll past sights like Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, and Brunelleschi's Dome. Listen to an audio guide as you go. Choose from a 1-hour tour. This tour offers a comfortable and faster way to discover the city. Hop on an electronic golf cart and head to Ponte Vecchio. Cross the Ponte Santa Trinita Renaissance bridge over the Arno to the Oltrarno area, where you can admire the majestic Palazzo Pitti. Pass under the Vasari Corridor on your way back to the city center. Marvel at the architectural style of the Basilica of Santa Croce, the National Library, and the back of the Cathedral with the famous Brunelleschi Dome. See one of the oldest hospitals in the world and the headquarters of the Medici family. Discover the legend of "Berta" and glide past the central train station. Continue towards Santa Maria Novella with its impressive Renaissance façade. Arrive at the Ognissanti district, gaze at the old city walls, and hear interesting facts and stories about Florentine traditions

Florence: Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour with Audio Guide

Florence: Eco-Friendly Golf Cart City Tour with Audio Guide

Cruise by iconic sights in Florence on an eco-friendly electric golf cart tour. Roll past sights like Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, and Brunelleschi's Dome. Listen to an audio guide as you go. Choose from 1-hour tour or a 1.5-hour tour that goes to Piazzale Michelangelo. Hop on an electronic golf cart head to Ponte Vecchio and cross the Ponte Santa Trinita Renaissance bridge over the Arno to the Oltrarno area, where you can admire the majestic Palazzo Pitti. Pass under the Vasari Coridor on your way back to the city center. Marvel at the architectural style of the Basilica of Santa Croce, the National Library and the back of the Cathedral with the famous Brunelleschi Dome. See one of the oldest hospitals in the world and the headquarters of the Medici family. Discover the legend of "Berta" and glide past the central train station. Continue towards the Santa Maria Novella with its impressive Renaissance façade.  Arrive at the Ognissanti district, gaze at the old city walls, and hear interesting facts and stories about Florentine traditions.

Florence: Guided E-Bike Tour to Piazzale Michelangelo

Florence: Guided E-Bike Tour to Piazzale Michelangelo

Cycle through the city of Florence to discover the hidden treasures of the birthplace of the Renaissance. Listen to captivating stories while touring through many of the significant squares that make Florence so rich in history and art. Discover the Medici Palace, which was the home of Cosimo the Elder and the workplace of Donatello, Michelangelo, and Botticelli. Also, visit Michelangelo Square, to take in the best panoramic views of the city. Discover the captivating history of the city that gave birth to incredible artists and amazing scientists. During your ride, you'll also come across historic and religious landmarks, such as Santa Maria Novella, Pitti Palace, the Basilicas of Santo Spirito, Santa Croce, and San Lorenzo.

Florence: 1.5-hour Santa Croce Guided Experience

Florence: 1.5-hour Santa Croce Guided Experience

Enjoy fast-track entry to the Basilica of Santa Croce, one of Florence’s most popular landmarks. Get ready to admire some of the most beautiful and unique works of art and sculpture in the world. Enjoy a 1.5-hour experience inside one of the most particular and rich in history places in the city of Florence. During the experience, you will hear about the history of the main Franciscan church in Florence: stories about its foundation in the 13th century, as well as stories about its masterpieces and its tombs hosted in the church. Inside the church, your tour guide will show you the magnificent architectural features of the Gothic style, and you’ll admire Giotto’s frescoes, Bardi Chapel, Medici Chapel, Pazzi Chapel, and all the other masterpieces made by Donatello, Brunelleschi, and many other important painters. Don’t forget that Santa Croce Church is the “hall of fame” of Italian culture. Here, in this church, would rest some of the biggest Italian personalities, such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. You will admire their tombs which are truly masterpieces.

Florence: Private Guided Golf Cart Tour

Florence: Private Guided Golf Cart Tour

Embark on an exclusive journey through Florence in a private electric golf cart. Accompanied by a skilled driver, explore the city's most iconic landmarks such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Create a tour tailored to your interests and uncover hidden gems known only to locals. Enjoy a more intimate and personalized experience with your small group. Your adventure culminates at Piazzale Michelangelo, one of Florence's most famous viewpoints. Admire breathtaking panoramic views of the city and capture unforgettable photos.

Florence: 2-Hour Guided Bike Tour

Florence: 2-Hour Guided Bike Tour

Discover Florence’s Rustic Charm by Bike Explore Florence like never before—by bicycle! Glide through charming alleyways too narrow for buses and venture further than your feet could carry you. With a professional guide leading the way, you'll uncover both the city’s iconic landmarks and its best-kept secrets. Along the way, pause to soak in fascinating stories and fun facts about Florence’s rich history and vibrant culture. Discover where to taste the best gelato, enjoy an authentic bistecca alla Fiorentina, sip wine from Florence’s famous wine windows and the famous ,,affogato al caffe,, . Your guide will also take you off the beaten path to hidden corners often missed by tourists. Highlights include: Florence’s crown jewel, the Duomo Elegant Piazza della Repubblica The lively Artisan District Majestic Palazzo Pitti The picturesque Ponte Vecchio Historic Santa Croce Grand Piazza della Signoria The enchanting Medieval District Dante's district

Florence: Old Town Golf Cart Excursion

Florence: Old Town Golf Cart Excursion

Explore the historic center of Florence by electric golf cart and leave your conscience clean as you cover more sights than possible on a walking tour. Climb aboard the eco-friendly cart in Piazza San Firenze and drive through the streets of the Renaissance city, passing Piazza Signoria and the Porcellino Market. Continue to the Duomo and marble façade of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Journey along the banks of the River Arno to Piazza Ognissanti. An MP3 player will be provided with commentary about the history of the city and its sites so that you can sit back and relax as your escort drives you across the Santa Trinita Bridge. Marvel at the Pitti Palace and Ponte Vecchio. As you pass by the Pitti Palace, catch a glimpse of the Vasari Corridor, the famous passageway that connects the Pitti Palace to the Uffizi Gallery, offering a unique perspective on Florence's art and history. Continue to the Ponte alle Grazie, rebuilt after it was destroyed in World War II. Go to the Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale (National Central Library) on Piazza Santa Croce to see the largest library in Italy.

Florence: Santa Croce Church Tour with Entry Ticket

Florence: Santa Croce Church Tour with Entry Ticket

Start the tour in the main square, where the famous soccer game played in medieval costumes, the Calcio Storico Florentino takes place every year in June. Your guide will describe in detail all the immense artistic wealth in Santa Croce; frescoes (1380) by Gaddi in the Cappella Maggiore tell the story of "Santa Croce", and beautiful frescoes by Giotto in the Bardi and Peruzzi Chapels show scenes from the life of St. Francis and St. John the Evangelist. On your way to the left of the entrance, see the memorial of the 19th-century playwright Giovanni Battista Niccolini built as an inspiration for the Statue of Liberty. As you walk through the hallowed walls, learn about the art of Donatello and his crucifix, one of the jewels of the Renaissance, as well as the art of Brunelleschi and the perfect architectural harmony of his Chapel of Fools. See the monumental cemetery and damaged paintings that were destroyed in the tragic flood of 1966 and have been subsequently restored. After visiting the interior, learn about the exterior which is covered with a polychrome marble façade. Finally, the guide will tour you around the Bell Tower, the Crypt, and the 16 chapels. The tour takes about an hour, and you will have the opportunity to return to anything you might want to see again after the tour ends. Enhance your experience by upgrading to a wine-tasting option. Join a wine expert to taste different Tuscan wines while enjoying a platter of Tuscan appetizers.

Florence: City Highlights Bike Tour

Florence: City Highlights Bike Tour

Discover Florence with a guide a bike tour of the city highlights. See sights like the famed Dome of Brunelleschi, the Oltrarno district, and the Square of the Republic. Stay safe with the included helmet and hear your guide clearly with headphones. Meet your guide and get fitted with your helmet and bike. Ride at a leisurely pace to the Dome of Brunelleschi, built between the 12th and 14th century. Admire this architectural wonder which is the second largest dome in the world. Head to the Uffizi Gallery building, which is the primary museum in Florence. View the outside of this museum which is home to some of the world’s most impressive works of art by artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Stop at the Square of the Republic which created during the Risanamento period in the 19th century. Cruise to the Basilica of Santa Croce which is the largest Franciscan church in the world and the burial place of famous Italians like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Get a unique overview of the city as your guide will shares details of Florence's diverse and entertaining history. Visit the Oltrarno district for sweeping views of Florence.

Florence: Smartphone self guided Tour

Florence: Smartphone self guided Tour

Florence told just as you have always desired: this clear itinerary follows the geometrical soul of the city with the Dome, the Baptistery, and the Belfry by Giotto up to the Nuovo Teatro dell'Opera delle Cascine – the sign of openness to the world and to modernity - in one of the most important cities of art you have ever visited. Florence in your pocket and in your life: to be visited and discovered in our company – the right company for your trip. Enjoy all the Renaissance masterpieces looking for Michelangelo, Donatello, Benedetto da Majano, Brunelleschi, Benvenuto Cellini, taking your time tasting a good Italian ice cream or a Cappuccino. Our audio guide consists of more than 35 audio descriptions lasting no more than 2 minutes. The goal is to quickly give the most useful information for the various points of interest, thinking of a complete tour in a short time. More than half of the audios are about Cathedral of S. Maria del Fiore.

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What people are saying about Basilica of Santa Croce

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Vincenzo was an awesome guide! We had such a great time on this tour and his insights were well appreciated. We stopped at a couple of wine windows, enjoyed taking photos of the sites, and he pointed us in the right direction for a fantastic meal, where we were treated like a local! Thank you for making this a great trip.

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This was a lot of fun and a great way to explore the city on a very hot summer day and hearing the history of different buildings, art, squares and culture. Thank you Gabriel for such a fun experience and sharing your stories with us!

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Lots of fun and saw lots of areas of the city that would be hard to walk to in the same amount of time. Very interesting guide

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Deni was the best!!! We are so grateful it was him who assisted us! He’s like the mayor of florence, he knows everything!

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Tour was great, guide was great! Church was amazing!