Florence · TOUR REVIEWS
Three days in the city and one spare for the hills is the usual shape, and it is never quite enough. The 15 below are the days that earn their slot, priced and timed, with the whole catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.
Collect your timed ticket at Door 3, enter through Door 1, and spend as long as you like inside Florence’s Uffizi Gallery. See Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and Primavera, works by Michelangelo and da Vinci, and use the included English digital audio guide. Allow three to five hours.
“Tcollecting the ticket was easy, the queues straightforward, the Uffizi gallery itself is unbelievable!”
Meet Walkabout Florence Tours at Santa Maria Novella Station for a full day through Tuscany. Guides such as Alex, Sara, Davide, and Manolo lead the group to Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, and a Chianti winery lunch with four wine tastings. Expect plenty of walking, free time, and a maximum group size of 40.
“We went on this day trip during our honeymoon in October 2025. This excursion was an outstanding experience thanks to our tour guide, Giancarlo. He was engaging, informative, funny, and knowledgeable. Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, and lunch at the winery were beautiful. It is a long day so be sure to dress comfortably. This day trip was one of the highlights of our trip. We highly recommend going on this tour.”
Reserve a timed ticket to Florence’s Accademia Gallery and go straight to Michelangelo’s David, the unfinished Prisoners, St. Matthew, paintings, tapestries, and musical instruments. You collect your ticket 15 minutes early, enter at your booked time, and explore independently with a digital audio guide.
“Very easy to navigate and saved a ton of time not having to stand in the line to buy tickets!”
Meet a host near Florence’s Accademia Gallery, collect your reserved ticket, and enter independently at your timed slot. See Michelangelo’s David, the unfinished Prisoners, Renaissance paintings, historic instruments, and the renovated Gipsoteca Bartolini. Add an audio guide if you want more context.
“I liked the freedom to see everything at my pace and also hear the story behind sculptures and paintings.”
Follow an English-speaking guide from San Lorenzo through Medici landmarks, the Duomo, Dante’s neighborhood, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio. Guides such as Michele, Riccardo, Chiara, and Glenda use stories, humor, and practical city tips. The walk lasts about 2 hours 15 minutes and ends near the Uffizi.
“Well worth signing up! Great communication via WhatsApp for meeting place, our guide (Michele) was fabulous. He linked history and local knowledge beautifully.”
Spend about an hour testing Leonardo da Vinci’s working designs at this central Florence museum. Try the tank, catapult, hydraulic saw, printing press, bridges, domes, and more. You’ll explore at your own pace with a smartphone audio guide, not a live guide.
“Travelling with 2 children (4&7) and this museum was excellent! They loved trying out all the machines & puzzles. We went early (10am) and it was quiet. An incredible museum!”
Start at San Lorenzo with a licensed English-speaking guide, then walk through Florence’s Medici and Renaissance story, from the Baptistery and Duomo to Piazza della Signoria. Guides such as Camilla, Deborah, Alberto, and Aurora are praised for clear storytelling. The tour ends near the Uffizi.
“Camilla was an interesting guide that easily answered a variety of questions that were asked. She told vivid stories and brought the history of Florence to life.”
In a medieval tower near Brunelleschi’s Dome, chef instructors such as Andrea, Victoria, Antonio, and Valentino guide you through ravioli, tortelli, pappardelle, and sauces. You cook, eat everything, and pair it with Tuscan wine or soft drinks during this lively three-hour Florence class.
“Awesome experience. Antonio was a great guide and chef!”
Travel from Florence by coach to Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, and a Chianti winery. Choose a basic or full option, with Tuscan lunch, wine tasting, an English guided tour of Siena, and cathedral entry available. Guides such as Val, Luca, and Leonardo add history and practical help along the way.
“Excellent day trip guided tour! Well planned, organized, explained, and executed. I highly recommend this tour!!!”
Travel from Florence with Walkabout Florence Tours to see Cinque Terre’s colorful villages, coastal paths, and beaches. Choose a guided hike through Corniglia and Vernazza, or combine boat rides with Pisa. Guides such as Claudia, Chris, JoJo, and Alessandro lead the day in English.
“We had an amazing day with Joann! She provided detailed information about each of the five villages along with favorites for each. Highly recommend booking this experience!”
Travel from Florence to Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, and the Chianti Hills in 12 hours. You get free time in each town, with optional Leaning Tower tickets, a Siena walking tour, and a winery lunch with tasting. Guides such as Barbara and Anna add useful local tips along the way.
“Our guide Hillary was very knowledgable and provided excellent explanations of the places that we visited including their history and some curiosities as well as some recommendations of places to visit and traditional food to taste. The tour was very well organised and allow us to have a good insight into the region. Our bus driver Salvatore was also really nice and we appreciate his contribution to the success of the tour. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Firenze.”
Travel by comfortable coach from Florence to two Chianti wineries for guided tours, vineyard walks, and tastings of up to seven wines. Guides such as Martina, Cecilia, Giulia, and John have led recent departures, while local producers explain wine, food, and Tuscan traditions.
“Great experience! Our guide Constantino and driver Ricardo were both fantastic. Both wineries were a good experience and had delicious wines”
Leave Florence from Santa Maria Novella for two Chianti Classico wineries, guided vineyard and cellar visits, six wine tastings, olive oil, and Tuscan snacks. Guides such as Matteo, Leo, Leonardo, and Jonathan are known for making the ride lively and easy for first-time tasters. Expect about 4 hours 45 minutes.
“Two great establishments in the Chianti region! Leo was the best! Comfortable van, easy link-up--highly recommended”
Leave central Florence for a hilltop Tuscan estate, where chefs such as Chris, Carmela, Davide, and Tiziano guide you through handmade pasta or wood-fired pizza, sauces, and gelato. You will eat what you make with wine or beer, then return by bus with recipes and a cooking diploma.
“This was the most fun we had in Florence. An opportunity to talk to people and make friends, if you want, or just stick with your group. We did the gelato and pizza making and both came out delicious. The chefs were hilarious. And all the wine you could want!”
Spend three hours in a Florence restaurant making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch. Hosts such as Alessandro, Amber, Clive, and Narghess guide beginners through the work, then serve your meal with wine, coffee, or limoncello.
“Our guide Amber was incredible. She was humorous and made the class super enjoyable. Would highly recommend!”
Pick a gallery, a kitchen or a road out of town.
