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Florence: Top Private Classic Walking Tour

5 Reviews 4.20 out of 5 stars Based on 5 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Florence, Italy
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Overview

A classic walk for everybody with the right persons, those who love Florence and know it well. Our authorized and lively guide will lead you throughout squares universally known as Piazza della Signoria and Piazza del Duomo in order to visit incomparable monuments from outside : Brunelleschi's Dome , Giotto's Bell Tower , the Baptistery of San Giovanni , Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio , the House Dante Alighieri, the statues on exhibition under the Loggia dei Lanzi , the copy of Michelangelo's David , the Fountain of Neptune, and much more. You will also see the left side of the city, the less touristic and extremely fashinating Oltrarno. You'll cross the most attractive bridges of Florence, such as Ponte Vecchio and also see the facade of the superlative Basilica Santa Maria Novella. This tour is the perfect one for those persons who wish a general ovierview of the city. Feel free to ask your private guide for advice and tips that you do not find on the tourist books!

What's Included

  • Headsets to hear the guide better while walking at distance
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
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Piazza di San Giovanni
Firenze FI, Italy

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Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral Square, is located in the heart of Florence. It is one of the most visited places in the world. In the square stand some of the most important buildings of Florence: the Cathedral with the Cupola del Brunelleschi, the Giotto's Campanile, the Florence Baptistery and many others
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museo Casa di Dante

Dante's house is situated in the heart of the medieval Florence, one of the most meaningful buildings in the city
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Repubblica

Piazza della Repubblica is a 19th century square , built on the ancient forum, the centre of the Roman city of Florentia. The square marks the intersection of the axes of the cardo and decumanus, the two main roads of the Roman towns. Today the forum is not visible anymore, you can find exclusive cafes, a romantic carrousel and many luxury shops!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza della Signoria

Piazza della Signoria is the political center of Florence. It is dotted with famous monuments and statues, such as Palazzo Vecchio, the Fountain of Neptune and the copy of Michelangelo's David
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oltrarno

Oltrarno is the part of Florence located on the left side of the River Arno. It is Florence’s trendiest and most authentic neighbourhoods. San Niccolò, Santo Spirito, and San Frediano are its quartes, where you find galleries, artisan workshops and fresh gardens by day and outdoor dining culture after sunset.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte alla Carraia

Ponte alla Carraia crosses the Arno River from the historic center to Oltrarno
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santa Maria Novella

Piazza Santa Maria Novella is situated near the railway station of Florence. It hosts the first great Basilica in Florence. Santa Maria Novella, with its perfect Renaissance facade is the city's main Dominican church.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte Vecchio

Ponte Vecchio is the oldest and most romantic bridge of Florence
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence: Top Private Classic Walking Tour?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence: Top Private Classic Walking Tour?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Headsets to hear the guide better while walking at distance.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Tips.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Florence: Top Private Classic Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence: Top Private Classic Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Headsets to hear the guide better while walking at distance
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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