On this tour, you'll enter the home of one of the world's most beloved statues at the Academia. Here you'll learn about David, by Michelangelo, as your guide discusses this artistic genius and the enormous marble statue. You'll discuss Michelangelo and his contemporaries as you explore several other 16th-century works on display in the museum. Outside, you'll explore city-center squares like Piazza della Signoria and Piazza della Repubblica, where Florence's history has unfolded for centuries.
Your guide will introduce you to the Ponte Vecchio, the only bridge over the Arno to survive World War II. Trace the history of the noble Medici family, the drivers behind this once-illustrious and wealthy city. Look up at the imposing Duomo, an architectural beauty, just like Leonardo da Vinci may once have done. This tour will ensure that you have the ideal overview of Florence's history to go out and explore on your own with confidence!
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes