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Florence : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

16 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Florence, Italy
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2 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Florence can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but discovering the city with a local guide removes all the guesswork. On this private, customized walking tour, your guide will contact you in advance to understand your interests and preferences, ensuring an itinerary tailored entirely to you.
This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments and museums while learning about the city’s history and culture. Please note that museum visits are not included. If you would like to visit a museum inside, you will need to contact us in advance, and a supplement will apply depending on the selected museum. Ideal for families, solo travelers, and couples, this walking tour offers exclusive attention, expert local knowledge, and a deeper connection to Florence that you won’t experience on your own.

What's Included

  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
  • Private Walking Tour
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Local transportation around the city (it’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)
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Meeting and Pickup

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The local guide will pick you up at your hotel ( if located in Florence ). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city center we will select a convenient meeting point in the city center.Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour.

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Explore Florence alongside a local guide! Let him (or her) show you all there is to know about the city, the iconic places and the history but also some nice places to eat, go shopping and much more during this personalized and private visit. The itinerary will be designed by your local guide based on your preferences. Meet where you're staying to get familiar with the neighborhood, find out about the best places to eat, the easiest ways to get around, and the hidden gems you might have missed. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Important: This itinerary is completely customizable according to your wishes.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
  • Private Walking Tour
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Customization of the tour
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Local transportation around the city (it’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)
  • Tips ( Optional )

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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