Florence Half-Day Guided Tour: City Centre & Uffizi Gallery with Optional Lunch Tickets at Via de' Martelli, 50

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Florence Half-Day Guided Tour: City Centre & Uffizi Gallery with Optional Lunch

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  • Worth every penny

Rated 4.1 out of 5, this Florence tour earns consistent praise for its knowledgeable and engaging guides, who bring art history to life with humour and storytelling. Most visitors highlight the Uffizi experience as a highlight, though some note the tour felt shorter than advertised or differed from the listed itinerary. Overall, the majority would recommend it.

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Florence Half-Day Guided Tour: City Centre & Uffizi Gallery

This comprehensive Florence tour combines the city's historic centre with its world-famous art collection in one perfectly crafted half-day experience. You'll explore the Medici neighbourhood, marvel at the Duomo complex, and discover Renaissance masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery with skip-the-line access.

Your expert local guide leads you through Florence's most significant landmarks, from the San Lorenzo Church and Medici Chapels to the stunning Piazza Signoria. The tour includes a flexible break where you can explore independently or enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine, followed by a guided visit to the Uffizi Gallery to see works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.

What is Included

  • Guided walking tour of Florence city centre
  • Guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery
  • Entry tickets to Uffizi Gallery
  • Expert local guide and headsets
  • Two-hour break or lunch depending on ticket selection

Good to Know

The full experience lasts about 3 hours, excluding any extra time you choose to spend at the Uffizi Gallery after your guided visit. Meet your guide in front of Cafè Firenze on Via de' Martelli 50. The exact meeting point details will be provided on your voucher.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, valid photo ID, and pack light as large bags must be checked at the museum cloakroom. The tour includes headsets for clear communication throughout and operates as an intimate small-group experience for personalised insights.

If you're planning to explore more of Florence's artistic treasures, consider booking the Florence Accademia Gallery guided tour to see Michelangelo's David, or extend your cultural journey with a Florence Duomo Cathedral climbing experience for spectacular city views.

Why you'll love it

  • Start your journey at the Medici neighborhood, which includes the majestic San Lorenzo Church and the Medici Chapels, serving as their mausoleum
  • Only a few meters away are the majestic Duomo architectural complex and the Baptistery with its golden Porta del Paradiso
  • Visit the spectacular Piazza Signoria, one of the world's most beautiful squares and the city's political hub
  • Indulge in a scrumptious Tuscan meal in a traditional old-town restaurant, or use the 2 hours of free time to explore by yourself
  • Immerse yourself in the Uffizi Gallery and take in striking art like Judith Beheading Holofernes by Artemisia Gentilleschi with your expert guide.

What's included

  • 1.5-hour walking tour of Florence City Centre 1.5-hour guided tour of Uffizi Gallery with entry Expert guide Headsets 2-hour break or lunch (as per ticket option)
  • Drinks

Good to know

Age suitability
Suitable for all ages
Opening hours
Wed08:15-18:30
Know before you go
  • Wear comfortable shoes; moderate walking is involved

  • Tour concludes inside the Uffizi Gallery; you may remain after the guided tour

  • Plan for a security check; during busy times, it may take 10–15 minutes

  • Large bags, backpacks and umbrellas must be checked at the cloakroom

  • Bring valid identification for entry if requested

Visitor guidelines

Explore the Cultural Heart of Florence

Begin your half-day Florence journey in the historic Medici neighbourhood. Your expert local guide will lead you past the storied San Lorenzo Church and the Medici Chapels, where the famous ruling family's legacy is carved in Renaissance marble.

Florence’s Monumental Landmarks

Wander only a short distance to encounter Florence’s renowned Duomo complex. Admire the Baptistery known for its golden Gates of Paradise, the awe-inspiring Cathedral with Brunelleschi's Dome and the striking Giotto Bell Tower towering above the historic cityscape. Each stop unveils Florence’s deep artistic and architectural heritage.

Continue your walk to the unique Church of Orsanmichele, a stunning example of Florentine Gothic design adorned with statues representing the medieval guilds. Nearby, stroll through the bustling Straw Market and pause at the legendary bronze "porcellino"—touch its nose for good luck.

Piazza Signoria – Florence’s Living Museum

Arrive at Piazza Signoria, regarded as one of the world’s most exquisite squares and the seat of Florentine political life. Here, marvel at the Fountain of Neptune, the masterpieces found in Loggia dei Lanzi like Cellini's Perseus and Giambologna’s Rape of the Sabines, and the monumental Palazzo Vecchio with its distinctive crenelated tower.

Flexible Free Time or Tuscan Dining

Following your morning tour, benefit from a two-hour break. Choose to wander independently and soak up Florence’s street life or select the lunch option to enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine at a charming local restaurant in the city centre.

The Uffizi Gallery Experience

Rejoin your guide for direct entry into the Uffizi Gallery, home to one of the world’s richest collections of Renaissance art. Let masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Giotto captivate you. Experience first-hand Botticelli’s celebrated Primavera and Birth of Venus, celebrated for their beauty and allegorical depth. View works by Artemisia Gentileschi like Judith Beheading Holofernes and learn their history from your art historian guide.

End your tour gazing out from the Uffizi Terrace for panoramic views of Florence’s skyline and its monuments.

  • Intimate small-group experience for personalised insights

  • Headsets provided for comfort and guidance throughout

  • Museum entry ensures you skip regular ticket lines

Book your Florence Half-Day Guided Tour: City Centre & Uffizi Gallery with Optional Lunch tickets now!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Frequently asked

How long does the Florence half-day tour last?

The full experience lasts about 3 hours, excluding any extra time spent at the Uffizi Gallery after your guided visit.

Do I need to book Uffizi Gallery tickets separately?

No, Uffizi Gallery entry is included in your tour. Skip-the-line access is provided.

Is there a lunch included?

Lunch is included with the 'lunch option' ticket; otherwise, you will have free time for your own activities.

Where does the tour start?

Meet your guide in front of Cafè Firenze. The exact address will be provided on your voucher.

What should I bring with me?

Comfortable shoes, valid photo ID, and minimal baggage are recommended. Large bags must be checked at the museum cloakroom.

Where you'll be

Via de' Martelli, 50, in front of Cafè Firenze

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