• Platform 16 Holocaust Deportation Memorial - Notable sites include the Holocaust Deportation Memorial at the train station, honoring those deported to Nazi concentration camps. Visitors will pass the iconic Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and proceed to the charming Ponte Vecchio, the only bridge spared from destruction by German mines in 1944.

• Pitti Palace - Stroll through the streets that suffered the most damage during the war and visit the Pitti Palace, where Florentines sought refuge during the city’s bombing.

• Florence - A walking tour is essential for history enthusiasts interested in Italy’s history from 1940-1945. The tour provides a comprehensive narrative of the country’s role in WWII, highlighting significant events and figures like Benito Mussolini. Participants will learn about the rise of fascism in Italy, the invasions of France, North and East Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans, along with their consequences. The guide will offer intriguing insights into the relationship between Mussolini and Hitler and explain how Italy, an Axis Powers member, eventually surrendered to the Allied Forces.

• Expert commentary on events and characters related to WWII
• History Expert Guide fluent in your choice of language
• World War II History Private Walking Tour of Florence
• Exclusive experience customized to your pace, needs, and interests
• Themed tour of WWII-related sites in Florence

Delight in this personalized journey, tailored to your preferences and curiosity, as we delve into Florence’s modern history and examine the personalities and incidents that determined Italy’s role in World War II. Witness sights such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Pitti Palace and more. Uncover fascinating facts about Italy’s period during World War II.

Main attractions:

• Discover Florence with a WWII History Specialist Guide
• Traverse the regions that incurred most destruction during the war
• Gain insights into Italy’s function in World War II
• Unravel the authentic narrative of Benito Mussolini and the rise of fascism in Italy
• Experience a private tour adjusted to your tempo, requirements and curiosity

Together, we will uncover Florence with the aid of our WWII History Specialist Guide, making our way through locales most affected by the warfare. You’ll get to understand more about Italy’s part in World War II and the factual story of Benito Mussolini and fascism that took place in Italy.

• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
• For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.

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