Authentic Florence Tour (Semi-Private)  

Also known as the "City of Lillies" because of its magnificent flowers, Florence boasts some of the world's most stunning architecture, paintings and sculptures of Medieval and Renaissance periods. Discover the hidden secrets of this culturally rich city, the history of its founding and the important figures who were born and raised in Florence. Highlights include visits to The Florence Cathedral, Ponte Vecchio, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery of Saint John. Florence was originally established in 59 BC by Julius Caesar as what? What is depicted on The Florence Cathedral's three massive bronze doors which were built from 1899 to 1903?

On our Authentic Florence Walking Tour, we will visit The Florence Cathedral (which took 140 years to build!) and witness the imposing dome designed by Filippo Brunelleschi in the early 15th century. We will stop at the famous Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence and the only one to have survived destruction during World War II, and learn what businesses occupied the shops before the current-day jewelers. Be awe-inspired by the Baptistery of Saint John where Dante Alighieri was baptized and understand why Michelangelo proclaimed the east entry doors "The Gates of Paradise."