City Essentials: First Day
5.0 (99)

Kickstart Florence

3 hours English
5.0 (99)
100% Personalized

Get an introduction to Florence with tips on what to see, what to do, and how to get around the city

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Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate Florence with help from a local insider
  • Discover the heart of the city in one of its historic center, exploring seven districts along the way
  • See plenty of ancient landmarks, like Florence Cathedral and Via dei Girolami
  • If you’re feeling peckish in Italy’s foodie capital, your host will be happy to recommend an authentic Tuscan cafe for an espresso and biscotti
  • Have a helpful host to answer all your questions and share insider tips for the rest of your trip

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Jillian 21 December 2025

This was a fun tour, and a great way to explore the hidden gems of Florence. Olmo was a great guide and very personable. I would definitely recommend it!

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Marla 20 December 2025

Martina was wonderful : she showed us both the top attractions as well as little known spots. She taught us a lot about history which we are very interested in. She also gave us great recommendations for shopping- found lovely jewelry and leatherwork and wonderful restaurants- in one of them we had the best meal of our trip.

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Bronwynne 9 November 2025

Tailored for your interests. We spent a lot of time on Medici lineage and history; got many questions answered. Delightful and knowledgeable guide!

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Brenda 27 October 2025

What an absolutely wonderful tour with Marilisa in Florence! She is very welcoming, engaging and informative. From the moment we started our walking tour she pointed out special gems that most people would walk right by. She brought to life the many sculptures, buildings and points of interest with connections to the history of Florence. Thank you Marilisa!

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Brenda 28 October 2025

What an amazing tour of Florence with Marilisa! She was so welcoming, engaging and informative. She brought to life the history and beauty of Florence. She pointed out so many hidden gems that people were just walking past. She is the best tour guide!

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Kathleen 7 October 2025

Gianmarco was able to make the tour enjoyable for all of us even though the four of us have different interests.

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What you’ll do

Strap in for a crash course in Florence with a knowledgeable local host to get you comfortable in Italy’s sun-soaked, sepia-toned Cradle of the Renaissance. Learn how to navigate the cobbled streets and get to grips with the distinct character of each district (while squeezing in plenty of sightseeing along the way.) See landmarks like the Florence Cathedral, Piazza Santa Felicità, and Via dei Girolami – a vaulted medieval road – and learn stories about the city’s secret history, like Via dei Calzaioli, the shoemaker’s street where the painter Bronzino got headaches from the noise! Ask your local insider any questions you have – perhaps over an espresso, gelato, or a crunchy biscotti at Vivoli or Robiglio like the honorary local you are.

Real Stories, Real Connections

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Radiant Moments in Piazza del Duomo

Radiant Moments in Piazza del Duomo

Echoes of the Past: Exploring Ancient Vaults

Echoes of the Past: Exploring Ancient Vaults