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Florence Renaissance and Medieval: Day Trip from Milano by High-Speed Train

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| Milan, Italy

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14 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Enjoy an unforgettable full-day trip from Milan to Florence and travel comfortably by high-speed train.
Begin your day with a guided walking tour led by a professional local guide. Explore the historic Medici district, visiting highlights like the Medici Chapels. Admire the stunning Florence Cathedral (Duomo), with Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni. Stroll the medieval streets and visit the Straw Market, where you can rub the nose of the famous “Porcellino” for good luck. Continue to the iconic Piazza della Signoria, a spectacular open-air museum. See the impressive Palazzo Vecchio and end the tour at Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most famous bridge.
If option selected, visit the interior of the Cathedral with your guide. Marvel at its vast nave, Bandinelli’s marble choir, stained-glass masterpieces, and Vasari’s frescoes inside the Dome.
Enjoy free time to explore, shop, or relax before heading back to Milan by train in the evening.

What's Included

Round Trip Journey by High-Speed Train: Milano Centrale/Florence Santa Maria Novella
Assistance at the meeting points in Florence
Train Ticket with seat reservation
If option selected: inside Florence Duomo Guided Visit with dedicated access
If Duomo Guided Visit option selected: entrance ticket to Misericordia Museum included
Florence City Walking Tour with local professional guide

Tour Leader from Milano
Assistance at the Train Stations

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Duca d'Aosta
20124 Milano MI, Italy

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Palazzo Medici Riccardi

Led by a local professional guide, your day will start with a comprehensive Walking Tour, discovering the most iconic sights of Renaissance and Medieval Florence. You will first explore the Medici district, where you will admire the famous Medici Palace, built in the mid 15th century and the first residence of the powerful and proud family, the ancient San Lorenzo Church and the Medici Chapels, with their mausoleum.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

A few steps away, you will be breathless in front of the beauty of the monumental complex of the Duomo, with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the iconic Brunelleschi's Dome, the elegant Giotto's Bell Tower and the beautiful Romanesque Baptistery of San Giovanni, with its golden “Porta del Paradiso.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museo Casa di Dante

The tour then goes through the characteristic streets of the medieval district where Dante and Beatrice lived and where you can also admire the imposing and unique Church of Orsanmichele, a masterpiece of Florentine Gothic art, adorned with the statues of the patron saints of the powerful medieval trading guilds.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Signoria

You will be led then to the picturesque Straw Market: don’t forget to rub the nose of the famous “porcellino” (little pig). Going on, you will find yourself in Piazza Signoria, one of the most beautiful squares in the world and the political center of the city. In this “open-air museum”, be fascinated by the beautiful Fountain of Neptune with the imposing marble statue of Ammannati and by the sculptural masterpieces of the Loggia dei Lanzi, including the Perseus by Cellini and the Rape of the Sabines by Giambologna

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Vecchio

Dominating the square, the majestic Palazzo Vecchio with Arnolfo's crenellated tower, one of the most famous symbols of Florence.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ponte Vecchio

Following from the outside the spectacular elevated path of the Vasari Corridor, you will arrive at the romantic and picturesque Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, and you will end this amazing walking tour admiring its renowned jewelry shops!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Florence

The rest of the day is at your leisure: you can enjoy your free time going for some shopping and discover unique art crafts in the numerous Florentine artisan shops, taste local products in one of the restaurants on the first floor of the Central Market or just sit at the table of a historic café in Piazza della Repubblica.

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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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
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
You will receive your Train ticket with departure and return time, by email or whatsapp, the day before your trip

Train departure from Milano Centrale Station, mandatory to arrive at the station at least 20 minutes before your departure time
If option selected: Duomo Guided tour only in English
It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to get the time-entry ticket and Museum access, nor to have a refund or reschedule the entry
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence Renaissance and Medieval: Day Trip from Milano by High-Speed Train?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence Renaissance and Medieval: Day Trip from Milano by High-Speed Train?

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).

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Round Trip Journey by High-Speed Train: Milano Centrale/Florence Santa Maria Novella.
Assistance at the meeting points in Florence.
Train Ticket with seat reservation.
If option selected: inside Florence Duomo Guided Visit with dedicated access.
If Duomo Guided Visit option selected: entrance ticket to Misericordia Museum included.
Florence City Walking Tour with local professional guide.

The following is NOT included:

Tour Leader from Milano.
Assistance at the Train Stations.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025

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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 Florence Renaissance and Medieval: Day Trip from Milano by High-Speed Train is as follows:

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence Renaissance and Medieval: Day Trip from Milano by High-Speed Train 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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