Duration

3 hours

Group Size

Classic (up to 25 people)

Languages

English

Cancellation

Free cancellation

Included Description Meeting Point Important Info

Included

Guided Walking tour of Florence city center

Licensed English speaking guide

Surprise tasting

1 glass of wine from a Buchetta del Vino (wine window)

Earphones for groups over 6 pax

Semi-Private Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)

Cool Wine aboard (soft drink for children)

English speaking fully licensed History guide

Highlights

Wander through Oltrarno, Florence’s most charming and authentic neighborhood
Uncover hidden piazzas, artisan workshops, and centuries-old stories
Taste local Tuscan delicacies and wine served from historic “wine windows”
Glide along the Arno River aboard a traditional wooden barchetto
Pass iconic landmarks like Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery at sunset

Description

Venture into the heart of Oltrarno, a district where cobbled streets, quaint squares, and artisan shops capture the true spirit of Florence. Your guide will lead you to both famous and secret spots, such as the Loggia del Porcellino, where you can rub the bronze boar for luck, and the historic Piazza del Limbo. Along Via delle Terme and other tucked-away streets, uncover fascinating legends, Medici intrigue, and stories that reveal the city’s rich past. Pause for a tasting of traditional Tuscan flavors, a delightful introduction to Florence’s culinary heritage.

Stroll past the grand Palazzo Pitti and lively Piazza Santo Spirito, exploring artisan shops and historic trattorias. Admire the unique “buchette del vino”, small palace openings once used to sell wine directly to locals, and enjoy a glass served just like Florentines did centuries ago. This journey offers a perfect blend of history, gastronomy, and local culture, giving you an intimate taste of Florence beyond the usual tourist routes.

Conclude your experience with a serene cruise on a traditional Florentine barchetto, expertly guided by a barcaiolo. Drift along the Arno River, passing architectural treasures such as the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Trinita Bridge, and Palazzo Corsini, as your guide shares captivating tales of the river and the city. As the sun sets, sip a refreshing glass of Tuscan wine while the golden light casts a magical glow over Florence — an unforgettable finale blending history, romance, and riverside charm.

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Meeting Point

Florence - Via de Lamberti 1. Look for Towns of Italy tour guide, in front of civin number 1.

Important Information

Florence wine windows tour:
This tour may not be fully suitable for guests with mobility or accessibility needs (including wheelchair users), due to the route and group logistics. To ensure a comfortable, barrier-free experience with tailored alternatives, we kindly invite guests with mobility, visual, hearing, or cognitive needs to contact our booking office.
Our team will be happy to assist and provide the best possible offer for a private version of this tour.
Please note we do not visit the inside of monuments and museums.
Italian drinking age is 18, therefore no wine will be served to guests under this age. Please bring an id for age verification.
Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one.

Arno Cuise with traditional barchetto:
This tour may not be fully suitable for guests with mobility or accessibility needs (including wheelchair users), due to the route and group logistics. To ensure a comfortable, barrier-free experience with tailored alternatives, we kindly invite guests with mobility, visual, hearing, or cognitive needs to contact our booking office. Our team will be happy to assist and provide the best possible offer for a private version of this tour.
Please note: From September, the tour will start at sunset, offering views of the city as it transitions into evening.
Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one.

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Rain policy

The walking tour will never be cancelled, it will operate rain or shine.

The gondola ride might be canceled due to rain.

We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However, rain could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience.

In case the gondola ride is canceled, we'll issue a partial refund corresponding to the price difference of the tour without the gondola ride.

Wine Windows walking tour with visit of the Accademia Gallery

Description

Meeting Point

Important Information

Rain policy

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