Florence by night with aperitivo
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Florence, Italy
3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview
An original and fun orientation walk of Florence at night for curious travellers to meet new friends while discovering the city with a local team including an Italian Aperitivo.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Info about the city
- Aperitivo time (one drink + tasty italian snacks)
- Local guide
- Extra drinks can be purchased in loco
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Piazza di Santa Croce
50122 Firenze FI, Italy
What To Expect
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Meet your guide in the late afternoon in front of the beautiful facade of the Basilica Santa Maria Novella, next to the obelisk in the square.
Your guide will be easy to spot as they will be wearing a purple T-shirt with our logo.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mercato Centrale
The first stop will be the Central Food Market, Mercato Centrale, located in Florence's historic San Lorenzo neighborhood. This market was established in 1866 during an urban reorganization when Florence became the capital of Italy, inspired by the Parisian Halles with its iron and glass architecture. Today, Mercato Centrale is a bustling hub for food, wine, and typical products. You'll explore and discover the art and architecture created by Renaissance masters and hear fascinating stories about the Medici family.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di San Lorenzo
Next, visit the Basilica di San Lorenzo (Basilica of St. Lawrence), one of the largest churches in Florence, situated at the center of the city’s main market district. It is the burial place of all the principal members of the Medici family, from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III. Don't miss the chance to learn about Giovanni Dalle Bande Nere and other notable Medici figures.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
As you wander Florence's cobblestone streets, you’ll notice wine windows, a 16th-century creation by Cosimo de Medici to allow tax-free wine sales. These windows were fundamental during the 1600s plague for safe transactions, much like COVID-19 precautions, and today, 285 preserved windows remain, some of which are still active. Your local guide will share more about these unique features throughout your walk in Florence.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
Following this, head to one of the most beautiful architectural sites in Italy, the Florence Cathedral, formally known as the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo di Firenze). Begun in 1296 in the Gothic style and designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, the cathedral complex in Piazza del Duomo includes the Baptistery and Giotto's Campanile. These three buildings are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site covering the historic center of Florence and are major tourist attractions in Tuscany.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cupola Del Brunelleschi
While there, you'll be able to admire the stunning dome, the third largest in the world after St. Peter’s in Rome and St. Paul’s in London, as well as the Baptistery and the beauty of the surrounding square.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza della Repubblica
In addition to famous squares like Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, you can also visit Piazza della Repubblica. In Roman times, it featured bathhouses, temples, forums, and markets. After 1000, it became a market known as the old market. In the 1600s, Cosimo I established a Jewish ghetto there. The current square was designed between 1865-1871, when Florence was the capital of Italy. During the city's redevelopment, Il Risanamento, the area was demolished and redesigned into the rectangular square we see today, complete with the iconic carousel.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fontana del Porcellino
Returning to Florence? Don't miss rubbing 'Il Porcellino', the wild boar statue. Its nose is shiny from countless touches—legend says touching it ensures a return. For luck, toss a coin into the grid between its legs in one fluid motion.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria originated in the early 1330s as a meeting place for the city council. Today, the Palazzo Vecchio, meaning "old palace," serves as the gathering spot for government officials. The square also functions as an open-air museum, displaying numerous original statues from the Italian Renaissance.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ponte Vecchio
When you think of Florence, Ponte Vecchio is surely one of the first attractions that comes to mind, right?This picturesque "old bridge" has been intertwined with the life of Florentine people and the city's evolution over centuries, offering countless stories. For instance, did you know that jewelry shops first appeared on Ponte Vecchio in 1593-94, at the request of Ferdinando I de’ Medici? Before then, the bridge was occupied by butcher shops, as they were required to operate away from the city center buildings and were allowed to discard waste directly into the river.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Santa Croce
One of the last stops of the tour is Piazza Santa Croce. Piazza Santa Croce in Florence derives its name from the basilica of the same name, one of Italy's largest Franciscan churches. It is renowned for housing frescoes by Giotto, sculptures by Benedetto da Maiano, Desiderio da Settignano, and Canova, and serving as the final resting place for notable figures including Galilei, Foscolo, Michelangelo, and Machiavelli. The basilica has long symbolized the homeland, predating the unification of Italy.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Santa Croce
The guide will take everyone to a bar with one of the best-rated aperitivos in town. There is nothing more Italian than Aperitivo, so join this evening tour of Florence and taste an authentic Italian tradition! Thanks to the great atmosphere you will try the Italian life style; seat down, socialize with the rest of the group, enjoy your drink paired with some tasty Italian food.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Santa Croce (Pass By)
What's aperitivo? Aperitivo is an essential evening event shared between friends, drinking wine, craft cocktails and eating from a hearty buffet. To many Italians, this gathering is the cherry on top of the day, as friends and family gather in bars eating, drinking and sharing stories and laughs into the night.Lead by a fun, local expert, join this one-of-a-kind tour to make new friends, and experience Italian culture on the streets and bars of Florence at night!
Piazza Santa Croce (Pass By)
The tour will end in this area where you are free to keep enjoying the Italian nightlife or return home.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note, the tour requires a minimum of 3 participants. If not reached, a private option with a supplement will be offered.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence by night with aperitivo?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-6821P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Florence by night with aperitivo?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- info about the city.
- Aperitivo time (one drink + tasty italian snacks).
- Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Extra drinks can be purchased in loco.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Florence by night with aperitivo is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence by night with aperitivo will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Info about the city
- Aperitivo time (one drink + tasty italian snacks)
- Local guide
- Extra drinks can be purchased in loco
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note, the tour requires a minimum of 3 participants. If not reached, a private option with a supplement will be offered.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
