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The historic centre of Florence, capital of Tuscany, is an open-air museum dedicated to the Renaissance. Join us on this free walking tour of the Tuscan Capital to uncover its past!
Tour highlights
On this free walking tour of Florence, we'll spend 2.5 hours discovering the most fascinating secrets of the city. The highlights of our tour will be:
- Medici Chapels
- San Lorenzo Basilica and Market
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- Piazza della Repubblica
- Piazza della Signoria
- Uffizi Gallery
- Arno River
- Piazza Santa Croce
The Best Free Walking Tour of Florence
At the indicated time, the tour meets in Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, not far from the emblematic Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Here, we'll start our free walking tour of Florence, discovering the essence of the historic centre of the Tuscan capital.
First, we'll stop at the Medici Chapels, delving into the captivating history of the Medici family. Nearby, San Lorenzo Basilica awaits, did you know it's one of the main places of worship in the city? We'll follow that with a visit to the vibrant and colourful stalls of the San Lorenzo Market.
The route then continues towards the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its famous dome by Brunelleschi and the imposing Giotto bell tower. Near the Cathedral, you can also find the Baptistery of San Giovanni, well known for its beautiful exterior. Then it's on to the Piazza della Repubblica and Piazza della Signoria, the beating heart of Florence.
The walking tour then heads to one of the most important cultural landmarks in the city: the Uffizi Gallery. And then we'll visit the Arno, the river crossed at its narrowest point by Ponte Vecchio, one of the symbols of Florence, with a long history behind it dating back to 1218.
The tour then finishes in Piazza Santa Croce, one of Florence's iconic spots, after 2.5 hours filled with fun facts about this artistic city.
Private tour
If you'd prefer to do the tour in a smaller group, you can book our private tour of Florence here.
Details
Free cancellation
If you cancel after the reservation you will be refunded % of the total value. If you don't show up, you will not be refunded.
Meeting point
Piazza dell'Unità Italiana.
Reviews of our customers
Reviews of our customers
- March 19, 2026
Elisabeth
Hyeres, FranciaThe morning with Chiara was very pleasant and we learned a lot about Florence. The explanations were very clear and the tips were very helpful, allowi...
As a coupleIs this useful? - February 4, 2026
Elisabeth
Paris, FranciaFascinating and of remarkable quality. Chiara is a well of knowledge about her city that she shares with passion and authenticity. We had a great tim...
Is this useful? - August 29, 2026
Ester De Lanuza Cobos
Madrid, EspañaThe guide, Jaime, was very dynamic with extensive explanations that were detailed yet easy to understand for all audiences, including young children. ...
Is this useful? - August 27, 2026
María José
Barcelona, EspañaWe chose a tour of the center of Florence and it was a great decision. Our guide Ángeles was wonderful. She shared stories and anecdotes about many co...
As a coupleIs this useful? - August 27, 2026
Lidia
Tarragona, EspañaCristina fué una guía excelente, nos hizo el tour muy ameno y nos ayudó a situarnos mejor en la ciudad recién llegados. A demás nos envió después de f...
Is this useful? - August 26, 2026
Ana
Málaga, EspañaFantastic Irene, a great guide, explained so much about the history of Florence, its intricacies, and many details that are not the typical ones, all ...
Is this useful? - August 25, 2026
Susana
Madrid, EspañaWe loved the tour they gave us, everything was very well explained and very enjoyable. The audio guides that you pay for 1.50 euros are mandatory beca...
Is this useful? - August 25, 2026
Hugo Daniel
Ciudad De Bs. As., ArgentinaMuy buena Información, Diego muy buena onda con todos los comentarios. Fue y es muy importante Florencia tanto culturalmente y con los Medici como fa...
As a coupleIs this useful? - August 25, 2026
Ferran
Barcelona, EspañaSúper bien. Recorrido por las principales partes de Florencia con muy buena explicación y organización en todos los sentidos, también por parte del gu...
As a coupleIs this useful? - August 25, 2026
Melisa Adriana
Jujuy, ArgentinaHicimos free tour por Florencia con Caro y nos encantó. El recorrido duró aproximadamente 2 horas y fue una experiencia genial. Caro nos explicó la hi...
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