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Overview

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. Then see the lovely exterior of the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral, as well as the Baptistery to hear the fascinating origins of the Gates of Paradise. Afterward stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge.
  • Small-group walking tour of Florence
  • Visit Florence's iconic sights and learn the stories behind them
  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery
  • See Michelangelo's 'David,' as well as his partially-finished 'Slaves' in the Accademia
  • Stroll along Florence streets, taking in sights like the Piazza della Signoria, the romantic Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo (from outside)
  • Receive personalized attention with your small group
  • Upgrade to include a complete tour of the Duomo

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

See two of Florence's top attractions without the wait, all in a relaxed small group limited to 15.
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Guided Florence walking tour
Small groups of max 10
Expert English Speaking tour guide
Headsets
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Please note that this tour does not include a visit inside the Duomo, optional upgrade available.

Departure Point

Piazza San Marco, Firenze FI, Italy

Departure Time

9:15 AM

Return Details

50122 Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended
  • Tour Only in English
  • Please note that guests can only carry small handbags inside the Accademia. Larger backpacks and big pointy umbrellas are not allowed. Please also note there is no cloakroom inside the Accademia Gallery.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • If option with Duomo included please remember that the Duomo (Cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. Walks of Italy cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • If option with Duomo included please note: We advise our clients that the Cathedral of Florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. If this occurs during your visit, we will run an alternative itinerary that includes and explanation of the Cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. We are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
  • If Option with Duomo included in some cases, it may not be possible to enter the Bapistry on your guided tour due to long security lines. At these times your guide will skip the Opera del Duomo Museum and provide tickets to visit the Museum on your own ( they are valid for 3 days).
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Due to Covid19, until the end of 2020, this tour will be amended to ensure your safety: Group size and tour duration may be reduced. This will be amended as as Covid restrictions relax in accordance with local regulations.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Walks - Italy, Spain & Greece

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo ?
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The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
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What is the policy on sanitization during Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo ?
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The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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What is the social distancing policy during Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo ?
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The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo .
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What is the maximum group size during Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo ?
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This activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers.

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Perfect for those with little time to experience Florence.
AnnBlair_B
, Jul 2021
Bernardo was a fabulous guide and very knowledgeable in art history. He has a great sense of humor and his English was perfect! Definitely worth it as we only had 2 days in Florence.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
Hi Ann, Thank you for your feedback! Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and we will let Bernardo know that he made your time in Florence a little more fun. Hope to see you again soon in one of our destinations
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David will blow your socks off
Meike_M
, Mar 2020
David, the statue was magnificent. Well worth it. Our tour guide was very into art history, so sometimes it was hrs to follow his analogies. Tour was great and we saw a lot. Wish we had more time to see the paintings in the Accademia
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icon Response from Host , Mar 2020
Hello Meike_M, Thank you for sharing your review from our Best of Florence tour. We appreciate all of your feedback! We are thrilled that you had a wonderful time, and were able to appreciate David up close and in person with us. It is a remarkable example of art and a must-see for any art enthusiast. We have noted your comments regarding the Accademia and will work to improve our tour wherever possible. Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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David
dassh
, Jan 2020
Angelo was fantastic. Highly recommend him. He was extremely knowledgeable and easy to understand. GREAT
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2020
Hello dassh, Thank you for your kind review. Learning that you had such a pleasant tour experience with Angelo is the best thing we could hope for! Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction, and we are thrilled to learn that we achieved that goal with you! We look forward to sharing another walk with you soon! Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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Ok tour
P2031FLmichelleh
, Nov 2019
We had a good tour but it felt really really long. It was great to skip the lines and get great information.
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icon Response from Host , Nov 2019
Hello P2031FLmichelleh, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, it is much appreciated. We are sorry to learn that you found your tour to be too long. We do our utmost best to accurately illustrate the duration of the tour in order for our customers to make an informed decision prior to booking. We take this feedback into account and will work to ensure information is communicated as clearly as possible going forward. Having said that, we are happy to learn that you enjoyed our skip the line ticket experience. We hope that you had a fantastic time in Italy and that you will get the opportunity to tour with us again soon! Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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Wonderful tour of David and the Duomo
Allison_Collie
, Nov 2019
Our guide Stephanie was excellent and really brought the history to life ! My husband and I learned so much -Stephanie is an asset to this company-what a passionate guide she was!!
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icon Response from Host , Nov 2019
Hello Allison_Collie, Thank you for your very kind words for our guide Stephanie! It is lovely to hear that you enjoyed your time with her, we definitely think that she is an extraordinary asset too. Thank you for joining us in Florence, we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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Thoroughly enjoyed it
skylergator
, Oct 2019
My wife and I loved the tour we took to visit the Accademia and Duomo. Obviously, skipping the long lines is a plus by the guide was able to provide great insight into the sights we were seeing.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Hello skylerga, Thank you for joining us for a walking tour in Florence! It is wonderful to hear that you and your wife enjoyed the experience with us, that is precisely what we love to hear. We hope to walk with you again on your next trip away! Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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Well presented
Irene R
, Oct 2019
Angelo did a fabulous job of giving us the facts with a sense of humor which made his delivery excellent. His depth of knowledge was excellent and is a tribute to why use Viator.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Hello Irene R, Thank you for choosing to walk with us during your time in Florence. We genuinely love to provide our guests with fabulous memories, and we are delighted that this has been the case for you! We hope that you will choose to tour with Take Walks on your next visit to Italia! Warmest regards, The Walks Team
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Amazing Experience
LTCRambo
, Oct 2019
I left knowing more than I thought possible about Florence, Influence, and history. Our guide Alesia was knowledgeable, friendly, interesting, and attentive. Skip the line means exactly that. Spend the money. Take the tour.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
That's what we like to hear! We're glad that Alesia was able to share her passion and knowledge of Florentine art and history for you.
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Mind on Fire!
Roam32024077478
, Oct 2019
This tour was jammed packed with so much exciting historical information. Our guide was the epitome of a historian and spoke every word with passion. Highly recommend this tour to learn more about the significant of Florence
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Thank you for your review and recommendation. Customer satisfaction is our number one goal, and we are so glad that we achieved this with you! We hope that you will get the opportunity to join us again soon! All the best, The Walks Team
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Florence skip the line David
Discover760066
, Oct 2019
Guide nice and informative, very high energy and proud. Spoke clearly and worked hard to do her best for us.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
We aim to impress! We're glad that you enjoyed your tour and hope the rest of your time in Florence was exceptional.
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