The 4 Best Ponte Vecchio Tours

1.Wine Tasting Experience in Ponte Vecchio: Best Tuscany selection!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $36Our pick

At First Glass, steps from Ponte Vecchio, you choose two premium Tuscan wines, then learn how to assess aroma, taste, and texture with a tasting kit and flavor manual. Sessions may include guidance from educators such as Pietro, Pedro, or Stefano, though the format can also be partly self-guided.

“This was a really unique “choose your own adventure” of wine tasting, but it ended up breaking down the components of tasting into really simple to follow instructions. Everyone in our group (and their different tastes) and a wonderful time!”

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2.Pontevecchio Bridge and City Sights Rafting Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 167 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Paddle the Arno with an Italian or English-speaking guide such as Marco, Hector, or Jarno. Expect a short, exciting drop at the San Niccolò dam, calm river views, and a close look beneath Ponte Vecchio, with light paddling and some splashing.

“Very fun activity off the beaten path. The guides were very good.”

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3.Kayaking on the Arno River in Florence under the Pontevecchio Arcade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about two hours paddling a single or double inflatable kayak along Florence’s calm Arno River. Guides such as Marco and Ettore share local stories as you pass the Uffizi, Santa Trinita, Ponte Vecchio, and San Niccolò Tower. Expect gentle exercise, bridge views, and some splashing.

“Fun experience to see the city from another perspective! Guides gave interesting facts about Firenze and good instruction.”

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4.Ponte Vecchio and City Sights Guided Kayak Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 83 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Join Firenze Rafting for a two-hour Arno River kayak trip with an Italian or English-speaking guide. Paddle your own inflatable kayak past the Uffizi, Santa Trinita Bridge, and Vasari Corridor, then pass beneath Ponte Vecchio and try the San Niccolò slide.

“Went with my Teenie Kids! Was a great alternative to the museums. Would recommend it!”

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