The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour
Overview
It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Renaissance. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book.
Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Piazza della Signoria, Medici Palace and the Vasari Corridor. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Florence. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time!
Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
What's Included
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
- Hotel pick-up & Drop-off
- Entrance ticket to the Medici Chapels
- On Tuesdays the Medici Chapels are closed and the Church of San Lorenzo will be visited instead
Meeting Location
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
18, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza del Duomo
50122 Firenze FI, Italy
End the tour on the terrace of the museum with an amazing view over the Cathedral
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Cappelle Medicee
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
House of Dante
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Santa Trinita (pass by)
Palazzo Vecchio (pass by)
Santa Maria Novella (pass by)
Palazzo Strozzi (pass by)
Brunelleschi's dome (pass by)
Saint Remigio Church (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-24380P410
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 50 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities

Experience a must to see in Florence by getting into the Accademia at a specific time through a dedicated line for people having a reserved...
$49

This private walking tour will make you discover the most beautiful sites of Florence. It is the perfect introduction to the city for the first...
$103

Our Cinque Terre & Pisa Tour from Florence offers an exceptional blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and stress-free travel. With guaranteed entry to the...
$312

• SMALL INTIMATE GROUP with a maximum of 8 people. • Experience life as a local in a beautiful private room in a genuine local...
$3,495
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Accademia is a very small museum and does not allow more than 600 people inside, for this reason the queue can vary from 3 to...
$33

Discover the best of Tuscany with a Chianti Wine Tour from Florence, a top-rated experience combining wine tasting, scenic countryside, and authentic Italian flavors. Travel...
$63

Spiritual awakening by Michelangelo: discover the red thread that links David to the Sistine Chapel! This is not standard experience above David , this is...
$31

Discover the timeless magic of Pisa and its world-famous Leaning Tower! No trip to Italy is complete without seeing this iconic landmark — and this...
$45







