Cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio and uncover the hidden history of the Vasari Corridor as you explore Florence's Oltrarno district. Discover the charming buchette del vino—centuries-old wine windows once used to serve locals—while your guide shares stories that bring the city's past to life. Stroll past Palazzo Pitti to the vibrant Piazza Santo Spirito, where artisan workshops and trattorias preserve Florentine tradition. Your walk ends at Palazzo Strozzi with a glass of Tuscan wine served from an original wine window, offering a unique and authentic start to your evening.
Then experience Florence at its most romantic as you glide along the Arno River at sunset, watching churches, domes, and towers glow in golden light. Step aboard a barchetto—a traditional Florentine wooden boat, one of only four originals left—and let your expert barcaiolo gently steer you with a long pole, just as they've done for centuries. With no engines to disturb the peace, you'll soak in the rosy hues reflecting off the water and pass historic palazzi and bridges while your guide shares the secrets of the river and the city that rose around it.
Duration: 3 hours