Florence is one of the most beautiful and ancient cities in Italy and the world. It gave birth to many of the men who have most profoundly influenced the course of human history in every field of knowledge, art, literature and philosophy. Florentia, the city of flowers was the place where the Renaissance grew and anticipated Enlightenment and thus Modernity as a whole. The cultural and historical impact of Florence is overwhelming. Close up, however, the city is one of Italy's most atmospheric and pleasant, retaining a strong resemblance to the small late-medieval centre that contributed so much to the artistic and political development of Europe. Its striking buildings, formidable galleries and treasure-crammed churches attest to the Florentine love of display. Even long after it had set on the political and economic horizon, Florence upheld its elegant appearance: its skyline, all russet rooftops and lofty domes, is indeed picturesque.   

Activities while in Florence

>Half Day Florence Walking Tour

Meet your licensed, English-speaking guide in your hotel lobby.  Your tour will begin with enchanting walk through the historical streets of Florence, to the Duomo complex with Giotto's bell tower, the Baptistery with its bronze doors including the famous Porta del Paradiso, and the Cathedral with the magnificent Cupola del Brunelleschi.  The highlight of this tour will be a visit to either the Uffizi Gallery, home to great masterpieces by artists such as Giotto, Botticelli, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raffaello, Tiziano, Caravaggio, or the Accademia Museum, home to some of the greatest Italian masterpieces, including the famous David by Michelangelo.  This tour will give you the opportunity to admire and understand the importance of the Florentine Renaissance period of art history.