Top Florence Literary Tours

When visiting Florence, follow the trail of Robert Langdon, the fictional hero of Dan Brown’s thriller ‘Inferno.’ Fuel up for the treasure hunt with lunch in a historic merchant gallery before entering the Palazzo Vecchio, once the heart of the Florentine Republic. See symbolic paintings, mysterious statutes, and even Dante’s death mask — all featured in scenes from the novel and hit movie starring Tom Hanks. Go even deeper into the mystery with special access to secret stairways and hidden studios.

Florence’s Uffizi Gallery is considered one of the best museums in the world, so make the most of your visit with a private gallery tour that showcases highlights like Botticelli's “Birth of Venus” and Leonardo's “Annunciation,” plus other rare Renaissance works that you might overlook on your own. Since it's a private tour, it can be customized based on your party’s personal interests.

Known as the “cradle of the Renaissance”, Florence’s countless masterpieces of art and architecture can be daunting to first-time visitors. With this guided walking tour of the historic center, get an overview of the city’s treasures without being overwhelmed. See highlights like Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio, then visit the Accademia, skipping the long line to spend more time admiring Michelangelo’s iconic “David” statue.

Sightseeing with kids in tow can be a challenge. Tack a stress-free, family-friendly day onto your itinerary with this 2.5-hour tour that features the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Santa Croce, and a complimentary gelato stop. In addition to navigating, your guide facilitates a range of games and activities meant to keep your children curious and captivated at each stop along the way.

Bring Inferno to life with a tour of the Florence sites featured in Dan Brown’s best-selling novel. This private sightseeing tour takes you to Palazzo della Signoria, the Baptistery and Cathedral of Florence, and more, all while learning about Florence culture and history through the lens of literature.

Seeing Michelangelo’s “David” is a must-do while in Florence. This private tour takes you past the ticket lines with priority admission to the Accademia Gallery. First, an art historian guides you on a 2-hour walking tour through public squares and markets to see key landmarks like Giotto's Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio. After an introduction to the city, step inside one of Florence’s top museums to view its masterpiece.

Walk in the company of a guide with local knowledge of Florence for a superb introduction to the city’s important squares. The 2-hour itinerary takes you from Piazza Santa Croce through Piazza del Duomo and onward to Piazza della Signoria. See the Bargello Palace, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Uffizi Gallery courtyard, and the Ponte Vecchio, to name a few landmarks. Numbers are limited to 15 people for a small-group experience.

This private walking tour, led by an expert guide will introduce you to the winding streets and stunning piazzas of Florence. This tailored tour will explore the city’s history, particularly the Renaissance, through the many significant landmarks along the route. An expert guide will take you on a captivating walking tour through the streets and piazzas of Florence, tracing the city’s history, particularly the Renaissance, through the many important landmarks along the route.

Navigating the renowned Accademia Gallery can be exhausting and time consuming, but this express tour makes it easy to see the best of the museum in just an hour. Enjoy an educated viewing of Michelangelo's “David” plus other Renaissance masterworks thanks to your guide’s commentary. Stay and explore as long as you like, then recap with friends or family over an Italian-style happy hour at a historic Florentine cafe.

Visiting a museum with the kids can be stressful, but this private tour of the Uffizi Gallery makes it an experience the whole family can enjoy. A specially trained guide designs games and activities so kids of all ages can have fun learning about the Italian Renaissance, while the parents get to enjoy the masterpieces, too. Plus, thanks to priority access, you won't test anyone's patience with a long wait in line.

From the port of Livorno this is a private shore excursion to Pisa and Florence. In Pisa you will be dropped by the main square where you will have time on your own to discover this Ancient Maritime Republic; the Cathedral, the Baptistery and of the course the Leaning Tower - for that all-important photo opportunity! A scenic, hour-long drive through the wonderful Tuscan countryside brings you to Florence city centre where you can decide to visit it on your own or to upgrade to a private guided tour to get the most out of this great Renaissance gem. With the guided option you'll also visit the Accademia gallery to see Michelangelo's David. You will be driven back to your cruise ship in time for the next part of your journey with fond memories of Italy.

Enjoy the quaint streets and picturesque piazzas of Florence, accompanied by an expert guide, on this private walking tour. This tour will explore the history of the city, particularly the Renaissance, through the many important historical landmarks along the route. An expert guide will lead you on a fascinating walking tour through the streets and piazzas of Florence, following the city’s history, particularly the Renaissance, through the many historical landmarks along the route.

Engross yourself in all things Dan Brown and Dante in this guided Inferno-themed tour of Florence. Follow the tracks of Dan Brown's famous protagonist, Robert Langton, to the secret passages and the Salone dei Cinquecento, where you'll marvel at masterpieces by Michelangelo, among others. Visit the apartments of Cosimo, see Dante Alighieri's death mask, step inside the Palazzo Vecchio, get a look at Dante's former home, and more.

Florence’s Uffizi Gallery is one of the world's top museums, but navigating the massive collection on your own can be overwhelming. This private tour takes the stress out of a visit, with skip-the-line entry and a personalized highlights tour so you can rest assured you're seeing the most important works. Unlike many tours, hotel pickup is included for a seamless door-to-door experience.

Take a day trip from Florence to experience the beautiful towns of Pisa and Lucca. First stop is Pisa where you head for the main square of Piazza dei Miracoli where your local guide will explain all about the magnificent buildings that surround it; the Baptistery, the Duomo and of course the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa which you will enter with your special skip-the-line tickets. After Pisa it is a short drive to Lucca one of the less well-known jewels of Tuscany where you will have some time on your own to explore this fascinating walled town before driving back to Florence.