Art & architecture walks in Florence

Explore Florence’s two must-visit art museums – the Accademia and Uffizi galleries – on this Florence combo tour! Start with a morning skip-the-line access and guided tour of the Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell’Accademia) to see Michelangelo’s statue of 'David' as well as other treasures, and then spend four hours at leisure (or select the option that includes lunch), either roaming the rooms of the gallery or strolling around the city before your next tour. In the afternoon, skip the lines of the Uffizi Gallery, and explore it on a walking tour... ...

This special highlights tour gives a whirlwind introduction to the arts of Florence's two foremost galleries. We begin at the Galleria dell'Accademia, where Michelangelo's 15-foot tall David still amazes visitors with its masterly carving technique and its potent aesthetic presence. Nearby are Michelangelo's Slaves, studies in the raw power of sculptural creation. A short walk through Florence's historical center brings us next to the Galleria degli Uffizi, a veritable pantheon of Western master painters... ...

The Uffizi Gallery is, perhaps, the greatest repository of Renaissance and Mannerist artworks in the world. First created by Cosimo de' Medici I as office space for Florentine magistrates, this immense space soon began housing the resplendent art collection of the Medici family and was officially open for public viewing in the late 18th century. During the course of our three-hour walk, we will encounter some of the most important works of Renaissance art in the world, including masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Giotto, and Da Vinci... ...

This tour focuses on select masterpieces from the out standing Uffizi Gallery collection. With an illustrious history as the oldest public art museum in the world, the Uffizi is a veritable pantheon of Western master painters. Following a carefully selected itinerary, we will explore the rich artistic layers of these world-famous works, as well as the complex interplay of culture, patronage, and artistic inspiration that gave rise to them... ...

An EXCLUSIVE opportunity to avoid much of the crowd by being among the first visitors to the Uffizi Gallery. Enjoy the services of an English-speaking guide and discover the astonishing silence of history as you enter the Vasari Corridor, the secret passageway of the Medici family. First, enjoy a 2-hour guided highlights tour of the main rooms of the Uffizi Gallery, skipping the usual long lines, entering from a reserved entrance... ...

The Vasari Corridor is, perhaps, the strongest architectural symbol of the power wielded by the Medici family in Florence during the Renaissance era. A private passageway that linked the government offices housed in the Palazzo Vecchio to the family residence in the Palazzo Pitti, the corridor was Cosimo I de' Medici's testimony to his generation's quest to transform Florence into a quasi-monarchical society. During our two-hour exploration of this unique and private space, which is usually closed to the public and open for this special event, we will not only take in the portrait collection that now adorns the walls of the corridor but we will also discuss its symbolic importance as a political and social symbol... ...

The Galleria degli Uffizi is one of the oldest and most famous art museums in the world. It is home to numerous works of art by some of the greatest artists of history like Michelangelo, Botticelli, da Vinci and Caravaggio. Book in advance and skip the long queue to have more time to take in the beauty of masterpieces such as The Battle of San Romano by Paolo Uccello, Madonna with Child and Two Angels by Fra Filippo Lippi, Botticelli's Birth of Venus, da Vinci's The Annunciation and Michelangelo's Doni Tondo.. ...

Relive the Medici times as you take a private walk along the Vasari corridors and Uffizi. Don't miss this chance to breathe the Medici life in Florence. Take the chance to enjoy a 1 1/2 hour guided tour to the Uffizi gallery, with reserved entrance that enables you to skip the usually long lines. From the Uffizi inside, the doors of the Vasari corridor will be opened EXCLUSIVELY for our VISIT. A private walk along the Vasari corridor will take you back to the Medici times: Cosimo I and his wife walking along their private path from one side of the town to the other, observing crowds while hidden from the public eye... ...

Visit the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries and admire the works of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio. ...

Get to know the history, art, and culture of Florence told in a fascinating way by an expert local guide who will accompany you all through-out this full day tour. See Florence through the unforgettable panoramas of Piazzale Michelangelo and Fiesole and by visiting the city, the old town and the famous Academia and Uffizi Galleries ...

During the infamous reign of the Medici family, an enormous proliferation of the arts and sciences took place in Florence. Find yourself guided directly to these works in the Uffizi Gallery and Science Museum with this unique tour of Medici-sponsored science and art. Begin in the Uffizi Gallery, the world's first public art museum, where the Medici family's own collection of art and scientific instruments are the main focus. Among this incredible collection are the likes of artistic geniuses such as Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Caravaggio... ...

Total immersion in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art such as "I Prigioni" and "San Matteo" and the “Palestrina Pietà.” The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model ...

Explore Florence’s two must-visit art museums – the Accademia and Uffizi galleries – on this Florence combo tour! Start with a morning skip-the-line access and guided tour of the Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell’Accademia) to see Michelangelo’s statue of 'David' as well as other treasures, and then spend four hours at leisure (or select the option that includes lunch), either roaming the rooms of the gallery or strolling around the city before your next tour. In the afternoon, skip the lines of the Uffizi Gallery, and explore it on a walking tour... ...

Visit the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries and admire the works of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio... ...

This special highlights tour gives a whirlwind introduction to the arts of Florence's two foremost galleries. We begin at the Galleria dell'Accademia, where Michelangelo's 15-foot tall David still amazes visitors with its masterly carving technique and its potent aesthetic presence. Nearby are Michelangelo's Slaves, studies in the raw power of sculptural creation. A short walk through Florence's historical center brings us next to the Galleria degli Uffizi, a veritable pantheon of Western master painters... ...

As we walk through the streets and piazzas of Florence, we will discuss the ideas of the Renaissance and the lives of many famous artists and important Florentine families, like the Medicis, who showered Florence with countless masterpieces. Enjoy an in-depth tour of the highlights of Florence featuring Brunelleschi's Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Gates of Paradise, the Piazza Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio, medieval Florence and the times of the Renaissance. The tour concludes at the Accademia Gallery... ...

Get to know the history, art, and culture of Florence told in a fascinating way by an expert local guide who will accompany you all through-out this full day tour. See Florence through the unforgettable panoramas of Piazzale Michelangelo and Fiesole and by visiting the city, the old town and the famous Academia and Uffizi Galleries ...

This three-hour walking seminar focuses on Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence's cathedral which is usually simply referred to as the Duomo. In the company of an art or architectural historian, we will spend our time visiting the major sites in and around the church, tracing the architectural development of what would become, by the end of the Renaissance, the symbolic core of the city ...

Step into the highest building of Florence built by master architect Filippo Brunelleschi, the Dome. During the climb of the Dome you will also have the chance to use the same staircase used by its architect, Filippo Brunelleschi. Discover the techniques used by this paramount renaissance artist and see the actual tools used for construction inside the Museum of Opera del Duomo ...

Experience the exciting discovery of the places and paths of Palazzo Vecchio that are not accessible to the general public and that have been made available for very small groups of people only recently. Ascend the narrow passages of the Duke Gualtieri's medieval stairway and you will discover an unexpected path beyond a door hidden by a painting, admire the precious and imposing coffered ceiling of the Salone dei Cinquecento and explore the Medicean Palace from a different and intriguing prospect ...

Rooms exist inside Palazzo Vecchio where time seems to stand still and where it is easy for visitors to experience emotions from the past. Since the year 2000, the Museum has restored these environments for public use and they can now be visited by small groups accompanied by expert guides. The Stairway of the Duke of Athens, the Studiolo of Francesco I, the Tesoretto of Cosimo I, and the trusses of the ceiling of the Salone dei Cinquecento can now all be visited. Despite differing greatly one from the other, they allow a previously inaccessible and now far more penetrating glimpse of Palazzo Vecchio ...

Travel back in time and take an animated journey through the history and art of Florence, in order to reveal secrets and tales linked to the artworks of the greatest Renaissance artists. The Piazza della Signoria with the sculptural masterpieces of Loggia dei Lanzi: It is an incomparable "open-air museum" and the elegant Palazzo Vecchio with the embattled tower has been the political headquarters and one of the symbols of the city for centuries. Founded in 1299 based on a project by Arnolfo di Cambio, it was... ...

The Pitti Palace, and the amazing art collections contained within, stands as a strong expression of power of the Medici Dukes, who returned to Florence in the 16th and 17th centuries, after having previously led Florence through its most prolific period, the Renaissance. Our visit to the Pitti Palace takes place among the various art and object collections of the several royal families who have made the palace home; the Medici, Lorraine and Savoy... ...

Admire one of the most famous sculptural cycles by Michelangelo: Il Crepuscolo, L'Aurora, Il Giorno e la Notte (Twilight, Dawn, Day, Night) inside the Sacrestia Nuova (New Sacristy) designed by the great artist. Discover the inlays of precious polychrome marbles, of hard stones and precious gems that cover the walls of the great Cappella dei Principi (Princes Chapel), for which Opificio delle pietre Dure (The Factory of hard Stones) was created especially for these decorations and is today one of the most prestigious restoration workshops and museums worldwide. ...

During the infamous reign of the Medici family, an enormous proliferation of the arts and sciences took place in Florence. Find yourself guided directly to these works in the Uffizi Gallery and Science Museum with this unique tour of Medici-sponsored science and art. Begin in the Uffizi Gallery, the world's first public art museum, where the Medici family's own collection of art and scientific instruments are the main focus. Among this incredible collection are the likes of artistic geniuses such as Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Caravaggio... ...

Revive your spirit in the quiet cloister of San Marco, then experience Fra Angelic's artistic genius and pious humility and learn about his frescoes in the context of their religious, artistic, and historical significance. Throw away the heavy guidebook and awkward map and explore your destination like a local. Just select and download the audio guide of your destination, sync your MP3 player and explore the city at your own pace ...

It is difficult to overstate Michelangelo Buonarroti's impact on the Florentine Renaissance, or on art history in general. His techniques changed forever the way that artists, especially sculptors, would approach their craft. His interpretation of Christian and classical iconography left an indelible mark on future eras. In our walk, we will follow the career of Michelangelo during his Florentine sojourn, discussing his early years and career under the patronage of the Medici family.. ...

A prodigious genius and the world's most celebrated Western artist, Michelangelo's 75-year long career produced many seminal works of art that are found in Florence. Discover what distinguishes him as a master as you make your way through the museums and monuments of this splendid city to focus on one man's brilliance. The tour begins in Piazza della Repubblica, Florence's Forum in ancient Roman times... ...

Admire one of the most famous sculptural cycles by Michelangelo: Il Crepuscolo, L'Aurora, Il Giorno e la Notte (Twilight, Dawn, Day, Night) inside the Sacrestia Nuova (New Sacristy) designed by the great artist. Discover the inlays of precious polychrome marbles, of hard stones and precious gems that cover the walls of the great Cappella dei Principi (Princes Chapel), for which Opificio delle pietre Dure (The Factory of hard Stones) was created especially for these decorations and is today one of the most prestigious restoration workshops and museums worldwide. ...

Step into the highest building of Florence built by master architect Filippo Brunelleschi, the Dome. During the climb of the Dome you will also have the chance to use the same staircase used by its architect, Filippo Brunelleschi. Discover the techniques used by this paramount renaissance artist and see the actual tools used for construction inside the Museum of Opera del Duomo... ...

Ideal as an introduction to the splendors of Florence, this half-day tour is perfect for those who want a basic understanding of the culture and historical events that shaped this magnificent city. The tour begins in the Piazza della Repubblica, site of the Forum in ancient times; from here you will explore the many picturesque corners of the centro storico. Marvel at the Piazza del Duomo, with its gaily colored, marble-clad cathedral and baptistery. You will then make your way to the poet Dante's house, and the little chapel where he first saw his beloved Beatrice ...

Discover the part of the city lying on the other bank of the river Arno, well known for its charming corners, famous churches and aristocratic palaces. The tour starts from the peculiar Central market zone, characterized by its workshops and multicolored stalls, where the Medicean Chapel and Basilica di S. Lorenzo, the church of Medici's Family, are located. In a short time you can reach Piazza del Duomo, where you can admire the Cathedral (in an inside visit) and its dome by Brunelleschi, the bell-tower by Giotto, Saint John Baptistery with its Paradise Door. The tour continues by visiting the medieval quarters where Dante Alighieri and Beatrice lived. ...

As we walk through the streets and piazzas of Florence, we will discuss the ideas of the Renaissance and the lives of many famous artists and important Florentine families, like the Medicis, who showered Florence with countless masterpieces. Enjoy an in-depth tour of the highlights of Florence featuring Brunelleschi's Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Gates of Paradise, the Piazza Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio, medieval Florence and the times of the Renaissance. The tour concludes at the Accademia Gallery. ...

From the old prisons of the Medici in the Bargello, we make our way to the Franciscan church of Santa Croce, and Brunelleschi's marvelous Pazzi Chapel, which embodies the values of the early Renaissance. Throw away the heavy guidebook and awkward map and explore your destination like a local. Just select and download the audio guide of your destination, sync your MP3 player and explore the city at your own pace ...

One cannot imagine the skyline of Florence without picturing the flaming brick-red dome of the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, better know as the Duomo. With this accomplishment, Filippo Brunelleschi, the creator of the dome, permanently changed the face of Florence and of architecture, in general. Florence is home to many of Brunelleschi's other creations and designs, some little known, and during the course of this seminar-based walk we will explore some of these inspiring spaces in order to trace the legacy left behind by this Renaissance master ...

Ideal as an introduction to the splendors of Florence, this half-day tour is perfect for those who want a basic understanding of the culture and historical events that shaped this magnificent city. The tour begins in the Piazza della Repubblica, site of the Forum in ancient times; from here you will explore the many picturesque corners of the centro storico. Marvel at the Piazza del Duomo, with its gaily colored, marble-clad cathedral and baptistery. You will then make your way to the poet Dante's house, and the little chapel where he first saw his beloved Beatrice. ...

Step into the highest building of Florence built by master architect Filippo Brunelleschi, the Dome. During the climb of the Dome you will also have the chance to use the same staircase used by its architect, Filippo Brunelleschi. Discover the techniques used by this paramount renaissance artist and see the actual tools used for construction inside the Museum of Opera del Duomo ...

This 3-hour fresco painting workshop will take you back five centuries to when some of the greatest artists the world has ever seen painted in Florence. It provides a hands-on experience and includes an art history lesson and instruction on painting techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or a nuovo Botticelli, this for-all-ages tour is educational and enlightening. And because this is a private workshop with a maximum of six participants, you can tailor the experience to your liking and get more attention from the instructor... ...

Fresco, (fresh in Italian), is the revered art of painting on fast-drying damp plaster with water based pigments. During the Renaissance, fresco painting was considered the true test of an artist's skill, since one had to finish before the plaster dried in order to ensure the adhesion of the image to the wall, allowing for only truly skilled artists to create beautiful and harmonious frescoes. Context Florence's three-hour fresco workshop provides a hands-on experience of the materials and technique of fresco painting ...