Florence Highlights Tour: Skip-the-Line Art and History

Immerse yourself in the history, art, and architecture of Florence with a guided tour that includes Michelangelo’s David, the Uffizi Gallery, and a city walking tour. Skip the lines and experience the endless charm of this dazzling city.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Galleria dell’Accademia - Begin with skip-the-line access to the Florence Accademia, where Michelangelo’s David resides. Explore what makes David extraordinary and discover other Michelangelo masterpieces that might otherwise go unnoticed.
  • Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore - Continue the Florence In A Day Tour with a city walking…
What's Included
  • Private tour option available
  • Expert local guide
  • Timed entry tickets for Accademia Gallery
  • Timed entry tickets for Uffizi Gallery
  • Headsets provided when necessary
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Hotel Pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Explore the key historical landmarks of Florence in just one day with a knowledgeable local guide. With timed entry tickets, you’ll have more time to admire Michelangelo’s David and appreciate the art at the Uffizi Gallery. An expert art historian will ensure you gain the most from your visits. Discover the uniqueness of David and observe how vibrant,…

Location
Piazza di San Giovanni, 6
Piazza di San Giovanni
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. Meet your guide with a green Walks sign in Piazza San Giovanni, by column of San Zanobi next to Baptistery of St. John. Piazza San Giovanni is a centrally located square in front of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and Baptistery of St. John.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mitzi_r
Dec 9, 2025
Florence art and history tour - Wonderful way to see and learn so much about Florence its history and art. Ishmael our tour guide was Amazing!!!! Small pit with just the 3 of us!
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Rich_s
Dec 4, 2025
Excellent experience. Our... - Excellent experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and even gave us great recommendations for meals during breaks and afterwards. Highly recommended!
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Alexbui78
Nov 30, 2025
Ishmael was the perfect guide. , depth of knowledge and friendly personality . You cannot ask for more for a 10/10 tour - Ishmael was the perfect guide. , depth of knowledge and friendly personality . You cannot ask for more for a 10/10 tour guide
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Gina_r
Nov 28, 2025
Elena was wonderful! She... - Elena was wonderful! She has such an amazing knowledge of art and was so excited to share it with all of us.
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Deepalid2014
Nov 21, 2025
Very informative and Enjoyable day. We were guided by Alma, who is not just an amazing guide, but very knowledgable. - We did the tour with Alma. It was absolutely amazing. She is so knowledgeable about history, arts, philosophy and mythology. We got good insights into all the sculptures and paintings. I explaining everything in details. The pace was really good too.
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Imran_a
Nov 20, 2025
A perfect day - The other reviews are right. We loved this tour and couldn’t recommend it any more. I learned more about art history than I ever did in any college class. I was genuinely sad when it ended because I enjoyed our guide so much. There’s no better way to see Firenze!
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Richard_w
Nov 15, 2025
Coverage of places and... - Coverage of places and topics was very good. An unmentioned bonus is that at the end of tour in the Ufizzi you are allowed to stay longer. Even in shoulder season, the time save by not having to wait in lines was substantial.
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Lynda_p
Nov 27, 2025
Florence tour and museums - Our guide had studied historical art and was therefore a perfect guide. Art was the focus of the tour but our guide also gave informative information about how to enjoy the best of the city. The hour for lunch broke up the tour perfectly. I wouldn’t recommend to those not interested in the art and history
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Pamela_m
Dec 4, 2025
Unfortunately, there was... - Unfortunately, there was a marathon in Florence the day we arrived. The streets were blocked off and the crowds were overwhelming. We couldn’t see much. We had to return to our ship earlier than planned so we missed the Ufizzi Galleries as well. It was not a good day in Florence!
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Jenniferdu3238ac
Nov 25, 2025
DON’T book with Viator!! - I booked this tour through Viator. I originally made the booking for 6 people on a certain day. 7 days prior to the original tour date, I switched the date and came down to 4 people all on the Viator app as directed. I received confirmation from Viator of the changes and an Apple wallet ticket. The date/time of the tour came and the tour operator failed to show. I called the tour operator, Take Walks, and they said they never received notice from Viator about the changes. I was then placed on a back and forth phone call between the tour operator and Viator for OVER 2 hours (I am on vacation!). Both REFUSED to take responsibility and refused to refund us or accommodate our changes. I will never use Victor or Take Walks tours again. I am being charged over $1100 USD for a tour we are unable to take despite me following all of the modification instructions.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).