Discover Florence’s Art and History with a Guided Tour

Step into the artistic heart of Florence with this exclusive small-group guided tour of the renowned Uffizi Gallery and the recently reopened Vasari Corridor. Enjoy skip-the-line admission with your expert guide, ensuring you make the most of your time exploring Florence’s masterpieces and architectural marvels.

Begin at the Legendary Uffizi Gallery

Your experience starts with priority entry to the Uffizi Gallery. Founded in 1581, this iconic museum houses one of the world’s most impressive collections of Renaissance art. From the moment you enter, you are surrounded by paintings, sculptures and artefacts that represent centuries of Florentine culture.

Your knowledgeable guide will highlight works such as Leonardo da Vinci’s Adoration of the Magi, Rembrandt’s The Old Rabbi and Caravaggio’s Medusa. As you move through the galleries, you will learn the stories behind over a thousand artworks, from Botticelli’s evocative Venus to sculptures and rare prints that illuminate Florence’s creative legacy.

• Discover celebrated masterpieces and lesser-known treasures within the grand halls

• Gain insight into the influence of families like the Medicis on Florence’s evolution

• Appreciate the genius and innovation that shaped the Renaissance period

Walk the Historic Vasari Corridor

Continue your adventure across the hidden passage of the Vasari Corridor. For years, this elevated walkway was closed for restoration and is now open again for public tours. Built by Giorgio Vasari in 1565, the corridor stretches above the bustling streets for 750 metres, connecting the Palazzo Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti.

This passage once provided safe transit for the powerful Medici family and remains one of Florence’s most intriguing architectural marvels. Your guide will accompany your group along the corridor, sharing the stories and secrets of its construction, use and reopening. The route features impressive vistas over the river Arno and the iconic Ponte Vecchio as well as glimpses of Florence’s dynamic Oltrarno district.

• Take in the panoramic views from exclusive vantage points high above the city

• Marvel at the unique engineering that bypasses the Mannelli Tower

• See the remarkable blend of art, history and cityscape unique to the Vasari Corridor experience

Personalized Small-Group Tour

This tour is limited to just 10 participants, ensuring your experience is intimate and interactive. Your guide shares not only factual information but stories and anecdotes that bring Florence’s heritage alive. For larger groups, personal audio earphones are provided for clear commentary at every stop.

End your Journey near the Boboli Gardens

Your memorable tour concludes near the Buontalenti Grotto in the Boboli Gardens. Take a last look at the elaborate architecture of the Vasari Corridor, and reflect on the experience of walking in the footsteps of Renaissance-era Florence’s most influential figures.

• Tour operates with an English or Spanish-speaking guide

• Meeting point details provided upon confirmation

• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Book your Uffizi Gallery and Vasari Corridor Small-Group Guided Tour tickets now!