Hot-Air Balloon Flight over Florence
At a glance
Hot-Air Balloon Flight over Florence is a 2h – 3h guided experience in Florence, Italy, operated by Ballooning in Florence. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 70 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $456.96 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Final toast with prosecco together with the pilot, Aeronautical insurance, Balloon Ride of the duration of an hour with take off from Florence.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 30 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
A Hot-Air Balloon flight above Florence is a poetic and fascinating experience, a unique and suggestive way to admire the fruits of the Renaissance from a different perspective between the sky and the ground.
From above you'll be able to see all over the city, apart from the main touristic attractions, such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, the beautiful Chianti Hills and much more
The flights only take place at dawn
What's included
What's included
- Final toast with prosecco together with the pilot
- Aeronautical insurance
- Balloon Ride of the duration of an hour with take off from Florence
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Marvel at Brunelleschi’s 15th-century dome, a masterpiece of Renaissance engineering.
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Stop 2
Discover Florence’s oldest bridge, home to jewelers since the 16th century.
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Stop 3
Built in 1869, this terrace honors Michelangelo and offers sweeping city views.
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Stop 4
Explore the rolling Chianti hills, heart of Tuscan wine culture since Etruscan times.
Meeting point
The meeting place will be communicated the day before the flight by 4.00 pm, via the Whatsapp application or Email, and may vary depending on weather conditions.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at an extra cost.
- Per una questione di sicurezza, il volo è un'esperienza non adatta a donne in gravidanza, o a persone con osteoporosi.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Hot-Air Balloon Flight over Florence take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $456.96 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?
Final toast with prosecco together with the pilot; Aeronautical insurance; Balloon Ride of the duration of an hour with take off from Florence.
Where does it start?
The meeting place will be communicated the day before the flight by 4.00 pm, via the Whatsapp application or Email, and may vary depending on weather conditions.
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 English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 70 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
