Walk and Talk - Florence Walking Tour Highlights of the City Center
- DISCOVER Florence! Visit all the main sites of the city
A pleasant walk in Florence is just what you need to be introduced to the city and its splendor and secular heritage!
Join us for a delightful walk through Florence, an ideal way to get acquainted with the city and its magnificent heritage! Seize the opportunity to explore one of UNESCO's most significant and charming cities. As you stroll through Florence's remarkable center, you'll uncover its unique heritage and stunning beauty with the help of a knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide. This tour highlights the attractions related to the Medici Family's history and Michelangelo's art, delving into the city's historical and architectural development from its Roman origins, through the medieval era, to the illustrious Renaissance and modern Florence. Discover the Medici: the rulers of Florence. The Medici Family gained fame and reverence across the Western world during the 14th and 15th centuries. They rose to prominence in a time of significant social and economic disparity, acting as major innovators. Their revolutionary banking practices led to the creation of a middle class and the accumulation of immense wealth. The Medici used their power and resources to challenge conventional thinking, ushering in an unprecedented era of groundbreaking art and science: the Renaissance. Their influential story continues to resonate today. Our professional english speaking guide will lead you to some of the most iconic spots where the greatest minds and artists once stood and found inspiration. On this tour, you will visit significant landmarks such as Piazza della Signoria with the town hall Palazzo Vecchio, the Medici Riccardi Palace where Lorenzo the Magnificent lived, the historic "Loggia del Porcellino," an unmissable stop in Piazza del Duomo and Orsanmichele Church. Experience Florence through the perspective of the powerful Medici Family and marvel at the artworks that have shaped history, with a special emphasis on Michelangelo, one of the Renaissance's greatest geniuses.
- Walking tour
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Earphones for groups over 6 pax
Shared Classic tour: 25 pax maximum.
Meeting Point: Meet your tour leader in Piazza della Repubblica, under the arches on the left facing the Apple Store, 15 min before start time.
Meeting Point from 1 March 2026: Florence - Via de Lamberti, 1 - "look for the tour guide in front of civic number 1" 15 min before start time.
Available start times: 09:45 AM, 11:15 AM
Duration 1.5 hours