Florence tour of the historic center. Stories, legends and gossip
At a glance
Florence tour of the historic center. Stories, legends and gossip is a 3h small-group experience in Florence, Italy, operated by In Toscana Con Elena. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $124.83 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Licensed professional private guide, In-ear headphones for groups of 5 or more people.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- Russian, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This is a tour for groups of max 10 people
I am a licensed guide, and I will be at your disposal throughout the approximately three-hour tour. Walking in the old town we enjoy visiting places, streets, monuments and listening to the history of the city.
The visit starts from Piazza Santa Maria Novella, you walk through the streets of the historic center passing through the Officina Santa Maria Novella, the Baptistery, the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, reaching the Ponte Vecchio and then Piazza della Repubblica.
Along the way I will tell you unusual and funny stories and legends, show you special details and discover Florence from a different point of view than usual.
Where is the portrait of Cellini in Piazza della Signoria? Do you know the Piggy Rite? And Berta's curse? Why is bread made without salt in Tuscany?
Bring your curiosity to discover these stories, a little good mood and we will have fun together for a few hours
What's included
What's included
- Licensed professional private guide
- In-ear headphones for groups of 5 or more people
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Let's start the tour with some notes on the ancient history of Florence and its name
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Stop 2 · 40m
Let's visit the workshop, I'll tell you its story
and we feel the fragrances of perfumes.
We will discover two historical perfumes and their origins and end with a visit to the multimedia exhibition room -
Stop 3 · 10m
Palazzo Antinori is one of the most illustrious examples of Florentine Renaissance architecture. We will look at it from the outside and I will tell you about how certain typical products were sold...
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Stop 4 · 30m
I will tell you the history of the cathedral and point out some interesting details on the facade. We will stop for a few minutes to admire Brunelleschi's dome while I tell you some anecdotes
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Stop 5 · 15m
In the center of the Piazza del Duomo, we will discover how the dark porphyry columns at its entrance got there
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Stop 6 · 20m
Piazza della Signoria is an open-air museum, while we enjoy all the monuments and buildings, I will tell you about the power and loves of the Medici family
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Stop 7 · 10m
Ponte Vecchio and the Vasari Corridor are monuments of incredible beauty, saved from the bombings of the Second World War, they are one of the most fascinating places to take beautiful photos in Florence
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Stop 8 · 15m
Returning to the city center, we will pass by the Mercato della Paglia or as the Florentines say "del Porcellino" where I will tell you an ancient medieval legend
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Stop 9 · 10m
The oldest square in Florence, I will tell you its history from Roman times to the present day with its cafes and street artists.
Our tour ends here... I hope you enjoyed it!
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of the church under the star in front of the main entrance
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Florence tour of the historic center. Stories, legends and gossip take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $124.83 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Licensed professional private guide; In-ear headphones for groups of 5 or more people.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is in front of the church under the star in front of the main entrance
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Russian, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
