Few cities in the world contain so many stunning works of art in such a small space as Florence. Cover all the highlights of this incredible city in just 2 hours on our Florence walking tour. With an expert, English-speaking guide to tell you the stories behind the sights, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Florence, bringing the city to life right in front of your eyes.

With your guide leading the way, you’ll visit all the most important sights, starting from the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge, the Uffizi Courtyard, the sculptures at Piazza Signoria, and the gold doors of the Baptistery.

You’ll visit Duomo Square, where the magnificent Florence Cathedral is located, known locally as Il Duomo for the stunning dome that crowns it. This incredible feat of engineering required a whole new process for its construction, which your guide will describe as you view it from the outside. Entrance to the Duomo is free, and you can visit independently if you wish.

You’ll also see some less-visited gems of the city, such as the leather market, where your guide will explain why Florence is so famous for its leatherwork, as well as quieter streets and piazzas with incredible stories to tell. You’ll hear them all from your expert local guide, a trained storyteller who will bring Florence to life throughout the ages—from the Medieval era to the glorious Renaissance years.

For most visitors to Florence, seeing Michelangelo’s ‘David’ is at the top of the to-do list. At the Accademia Gallery, you’ll discover this world-famous masterpiece and learn more about Michelangelo’s extraordinary approach to sculpture. With the help of your expert, English-speaking guide, you’ll be able to spot the sculptures emerging from the rock and learn about Michelangelo’s technique—an art form he considered far above painting.

Viewing ‘David’ for the first time is a memorable experience. You’ll see not only ‘David’ but Michelangelo’s unfinished ‘Slaves’ too. Your guide will suggest the best angles from which to admire the sculpture and explain why this depiction of the young hero who defeated Goliath is so different from thousands of others.