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The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour

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Florence, Italy

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Overview

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Renaissance. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book.

Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Piazza della Signoria, Medici Palace and the Vasari Corridor. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Florence. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time!

Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Hotel pick-up & Drop-off
  • Entrance ticket to the Medici Chapels
  • On Tuesdays the Medici Chapels are closed and the Church of San Lorenzo will be visited instead
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
50123 Firenze FI, Italy

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

End point

Piazza del Duomo
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

End the tour on the terrace of the museum with an amazing view over the Cathedral

What To Expect

Cappelle Medicee

The Medici Chapels are two chapels built between the 16th and 17th centuries as an extension to the Basilica of San Lorenzo
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museo dell'Opera del Duomo

The famous cathedral dome dominates the skyline of Florence, with its eight white ribs against a background of terracotta tiles.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

House of Dante

House on the site of Dante's birthplace, with exhibits on his work & life in Florence in his era.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Santa Trinita (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Palazzo Vecchio (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Piazza di Santa Maria Novella (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Palazzo Strozzi (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Brunelleschi's dome (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Saint Remigio Church (Pass By)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour?

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). 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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What's Included

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  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Hotel pick-up & Drop-off
  • Entrance ticket to the Medici Chapels
  • On Tuesdays the Medici Chapels are closed and the Church of San Lorenzo will be visited instead

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

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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).

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