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The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER

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Overview

This tour is a funny and easy-going introduction to Florence, perfect either for beginners and experts. With us you’ll get a general overview of the city, passing by its highlights, but you’ll also discover some thrilling stories, hidden gems and unknown fun-facts that will awake your curiosity and make you want to know the next chapter..

In an amusing walk by Florence’s wonders, you'll understand why this city became the cradle of the Renaissance and changed our global history. You’ll also dive into the intrigues of one of the most powerful dynasties of all times, the Medici family, and you’ll realize their astounding impact, visible even in our daily lives. And many more! We’ll also give you useful information and tips about many different things: from how to avoid leather scams to how to choose the best gelato! To sum up, you’ll feel and see Florence with the heart and eyes of a local.

What's Included

  • Valuable information about the city. What to visit, what to do, what to eat and other tips
  • Licensed Guide
  • Tips - Pay what you want to reward your tour guide's effort - some people tip from 10€ to 50
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza di San Lorenzo
50123 Firenze FI, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazzale degli Uffizi
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

We’ll end up the tour by looking at the Ponte Vecchio

What To Expect

Basilica di San Lorenzo

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Medici Riccardi

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza del Duomo

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museo Casa di Dante

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Repubblica

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Signoria

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gallerie Degli Uffizi (Pass By)

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Ponte Vecchio

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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales – guided by a STORYTELLER?

A: 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.95
5,752 reviews

Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 5,752 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales – guided by a STORYTELLER?
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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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Valuable information about the city. What to visit, what to do, what to eat and other tips.
  • Licensed Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tips - Pay what you want to reward your tour guide's effort - some people tip from 10€ to 50.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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?
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Accessibility information for the The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Valuable information about the city. What to visit, what to do, what to eat and other tips
  • Licensed Guide
  • Tips - Pay what you want to reward your tour guide's effort - some people tip from 10€ to 50

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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  • 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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