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Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo

2542 reviews

3 hours

Max 18

Why take this tour?

Highlights

Enjoy special skip-the-line access to Brunelleschi's masterpiece, the Florence Duomo, and stop by the Baptistery for a peek at Ghiberti’s golden "Gates of Paradise."
Skip the line into the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David with an expert local guide.
Tour the streets of Florence and hear the stories hidden around every corner.
Uncover the fascinating history behind the Medicis, Florence's original crime family.
Explore in a small group of 18 people or fewer for a relaxed experience and easier access to your guide.

Sites Visited
Accademia Gallery (Michelangelo's David)
Florence Duomo (inside)
Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria
Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)
Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
Piazza Repubblica

Tour Includes
Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery
Skip-the-Line ticket to the Florence Duomo
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour

Check all of Florence's top sights off your list on a carefully curated walking tour.

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Total Customer Reviews: 2548

Verified Ratings

4.7 /5

based on 2548 Walks’ customer ratings

Rating summary by category

Guide

4.8/5

Guest Support

4.8/5

Latest reviews

Excellent

Our tour guide, Ismael, was outstanding! His vast knowledge of every site we visited, and Florence history was amazing and added so much value to the overall tour experience. We highly recommend this tour for a deeper understanding of the richness of Florence art and history.

Verified · Paul · Sep 15, 2024 · USA · Male · 65 to 74 years

Excellent

This was a great tour! I recommend having a guide come the acedemia and the Domo!

Verified · Micheline · Sep 14, 2024 · Canada · Female · 55 to 64 years

Excellent

Great tour, Valentina made it

Verified · Marisa · Sep 12, 2024 · New Zealand · Female · 55 to 64 years

Great

A little expensive

Verified · Ekaterina · Aug 23, 2024 · Germany · Female · 35 to 44 years

Excellent

Matthew was excellent! My family with 2 boys ages 10 and 13 loved learning about the history and the way he shared it. Excellent tour guide! Best, Janett

Verified · Janett · Aug 14, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years

FAQs

Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?

Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next available date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.

Do I need to bring my ID with me on this tour?

Yes! This is especially important if you have purchased a student ticket because the museums will check when we arrive.

What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?

Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.

Does the Florence Duomo have a dress code?

Yes. The Florence Duomo is a holy place and as such, you are expected to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when you enter.

Can I bring my bag into Florence Duomo?

Larger backpacks are not allowed inside Florence Duomo. Please make sure to only bring small handbags on this tour.

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