Basilica of San Lorenzo (Basilica di San Lorenzo) Tours and Tickets

Florence is known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” and the city was home to many important artists and intellectuals. Find out more about Florentine history, culture, and the legendary Medici dynasty behind the city’s rise to power with this introductory walking tour. Stroll by highlights like the cathedral, Uffizi Gallery, and Piazza della Signoria for an overview of the city’s wonders in just a couple of hours.

Discover the best of Florence, learn all about the Medici family and their role in shaping the Renaissance, and see the city’s hidden corners, too—this immersive walking tour is designed to provide a wide-ranging introduction to the city. Meet your guide in central Florence, and set off on foot: you’ll see highlights like the Duomo, Giotto’s Campanile, and Palazzo Vecchio, and will learn the stories behind the sights.

Discover how the the most powerful family of the Renaissance shaped the Italian art world on this Florence walking tour all about the Medici. Follow in the footsteps of these powerful bankers and art patrons, from political venues like the Palazzo Vecchio to the Palazzo Pitti regal residence and the sacred Medici Chapel, designed by Michelangelo. Along the way, learn fascinating trivia about Florence’s history and how it became the artistic capital of Europe.

Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, but there’s so much to see, it’s hard to know where to start. This small-group walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, checking off top attractions such as the Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and Giotto's Bell Tower.

Learn the story of the powerful and influential Medici family, who helped shape Florence into the city it is today. A family of wool merchants and bankers, the Medicis rose to prominence in the 1500s and ruled Florence throughout the Renaissance. Visit Palazzo Medici, Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and other notable landmarks on a 2-hour walking tour.

Explore the rich history and top attractions of Florence on a guided walking tour. Led by a local guide, hear about the rule of the influential Medici family during the Renaissance as you stroll through the neighborhood of San Lorenzo. Travel past the Medici Chapels, admire the iconic exterior of the Duomo, follow from the outside the entire path of the famous Vasari Corridor and see the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, now host to a hub of jewelry shops.

Dig into the delicious culinary history of the Tuscan capital with this 4-hour food and wine tour of Florence. Join a knowledgeable local guide for visits to 7 places to eat or drink in the historic center – trattorias, restaurants, pastry shops, gelaterias, wineries and more. Check out the food vendors in the bustling San Lorenzo Market. Take this tour on your first day in Florence so you can eat better for the rest of your stay. Come hungry!

Explore Florence by night with a local guide on a 2-hour walking tour through the city. Visit notable landmarks including Florence Cathedral, the Baptistery of Saint John, Giotto's Bell Tower, Porcellino Market, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and much more. Learn about the history of this cultured Tuscan city as you soak up the nighttime energy.

Follow in the footsteps of Florence’s powerful ruling family on a walking tour the traces the rise and fall of the Medici dynasty. Hear tales of political intrigue as you visit all the most important Medici monuments, from family chapels and secret passageways to grand churches and palaces. Learn how the Medici family helped spark the Renaissance, and see important works by Michelangelo and others on this stroll through Florentine history.

Discover the history of the Renaissance city on this walking tour of Florence. Led by a guide, see the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace, and the bustling Piazza della Signoria, and many more. Enjoy stories of the city and its characters, including famous artists and rulers.

Explore the heart of the Renaissance by Segway on this our of Florence. Led by a local guide, pass top attractions such as the Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo and Piazza Santa Croce. Cover more ground than a walking tour as you hear the history behind this famous city from your guide. Headphones are provided so that you can hear the commentary more clearly as you glide through the streets.

Follow in the footsteps of the Medicis, Florence’s Renaissance-era rulers, on this walking tour. Stroll the route dubbed the ‘Medici Mile’ to see buildings and treasures funded and constructed by this wealthy family, who helped nurture the Italian Renaissance. Admire the Palazzo Medici Riccardi and Duomo, trace the exterior of the Vasari Corridor, and see the Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, and other residences as you hear about the dynasty’s history, patronage, and power struggles.

Opt for an electric bike tour of Florence, and see the sights without the struggle. With a motor to give you help on any hills, the e-bike offers a more relaxing way to see all the monuments of Florence. Pedal behind a guide on a landmark-packed route, and see the Piazza della Repubblica and the Medici Riccardi Palace while listening to tales of the city and its history.

Saddle up for a bike tour through the streets of Florence. Led by a local guide, pass top attractions such as the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria and the iconic Ponte Vecchio. As you travel around the historic sites, learn interesting facts and anecdotes about this Renaissance city from your guide. Pull over to enjoy a complimentary coffee or gelato before finishing up your Florence biking excursion.

Trace the footsteps of Florence’s powerful Medici family and learn how these medieval art patrons helped spark the Renaissance. Visit Medici chapels and palaces while hearing tales of court intrigue and scandals. Follow the historic Vasari Corridor that dukes and duchesses used to cross the city in secret, and finish across the River Arno with included admission to your choice of either the Palazzo Pitti — the last Medici residence — or the royal Boboli Gardens.

Welcome to the amazing City of Florence. Meet your expert local guide near Church of Santa Croce and you will start from the Bargello Palace,a Medieval Fortress with an enormous entrance Hall that you will admire from outside.Continuing your stroll discovering the reason why Florence is considered the “cradle” of the Renaissance.You will stop on one of the most famous bridge,Ponte Vecchio, then on to Piazza della Signoria, political heart of the city. Admire the magnificent Uffizzi Gallery that housed the Great Duke’s headquarters and the Palazzo Vecchio, the historic seat of the Florentine Government. Let's enter the oldest part of Florence.You will reach Piazza del Duomo where The combination of the Cathedral with its unique Brunelleschi’s Dome,the Baptistery with its stunning Porta del Paradiso and the Giotto’s bell tower is spectacular. At the Church of San Lorenzo you will say Goodbye to your guide continuing to explore the surrounding market area.

See more of Florence that you possibly could on your own by booking this guided walking tour. Your guide will reveal Florence's rich history and culture as they lead you through the city—from the Palazzo Medici to the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Palazzo Pitti—which is one of the world's most beautiful open-air museums.

Discover the rich culture, history and architectural gems of Florence on a not to be missed full-day sightseeing tour. Led by a local guide, discover the rich culture, history and architectural gems of Florence. Skip the line at the famed Uffizi and Accademia Galleries, home of world-famous masterpieces as the Michelangelo’s David and the Birt of Venus by Botticelli. Then, explore the bustling Piazza della Signoria and the stunning Duomo complex. To upgrade your ticket, opt for an authentic Italian lunch at a local historic restaurant.

Discover the Renaissance treasures of Florence on this combo walking tour of the medieval city’s most important museums and monuments. Begin with a guided visit to the acclaimed Accademia Gallery, where you can admire artistic icons like Michelangelo’s ‘David’ sculpture. Learn about the history of Florence and its most legendary structures and former citizens on a 1.5-hour city walking tour, before enjoying an up-close view of more artistic masterpieces at the world-famous Ufizzi Gallery, and after time for lunch.

Get oriented with Florence and visit one of its top art museums on an introductory walking tour that includes entrance to the Uffizi Gallery. With a knowledgeable guide, explore the city on foot and learn about its long history, from Roman times onward. See major landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, and then visit the Uffizi to admire art masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance.

Stroll through the heart of the Renaissance on this private walking tour of Florence. Explore central squares like the Piazza della Signoria and Piazza del Duomo, and stroll with your guide over the iconic Ponte Vecchio while learning about the history and culture of the Florentines. Since your tour is private, it can be customized to your particular interests in architecture, art, sculpture and more.

Kick off your time in Florence with a visit to one of the world's most famous museums, skipping the line at the Accademia Gallery. Learn the history behind Renaissance masterpieces, including Michelangelo's iconic ‘David' statue, from a guide who takes the guesswork out of what to see in the huge collection. After an independent break for lunch, get to know fascinating Florentine history on a walking tour through the city’s medieval heart.

Make the most of your time in Florence by stretching your sightseeing into the evening hours with this walking tour. Avoid the midday heat and crowds and join your guide for a stroll through the Renaissance old town after sundown, stopping to admire A-list sights like the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio. Learn about Florentine history and culture and stop to snap photos of the city by moonlight.

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Florence Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline. •Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with. • It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide. •If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.