Unlock the Uffizi: Guided Tour + Secret Vasari Access Option
At a glance
Unlock the Uffizi: Guided Tour + Secret Vasari Access Option is a 1h – 3h small-group experience in Florence, Italy, operated by Walks in town. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 69 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $90.48 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Small group (max 9 guests), Personal headsets to hear your guide clearly, Optional: Entry to the Vasari Corridor (if selected).
Highlights
- Small group of up to 9 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h – 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 9 travellers
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Step straight into the Uffizi—Florence’s crown jewel of Renaissance art. With a small group and a passionate guide, you won’t just see the masterpieces… you’ll feel them.
From Botticelli to da Vinci, Michelangelo to Caravaggio—these aren’t paintings. They’re portals. Your guide brings them to life with secrets, stories, and drama that textbooks leave out.
Choose your adventure:
⚡ Express Blast
Move Fast. No detours. Core rooms only. Four icons. In & out. No mercy
⭐ Uffizi Masterworks
Slow down. Go deeper. Stories stack. Meanings unlock.
‼️ Uffizi + Vasari Corridor
Upgrade to the ultra-rare Vasari Corridor—the Medici’s private skybridge above the Ponte Vecchio, sealed for decades and still off-limits to the general public. It’s just reopened… and almost nobody gets in.
This isn’t a museum visit. It’s a backstage pass to the heart of Florence.
⚠️ Corridor access is extremely limited. Group sizes are small. Once it’s full—it’s gone.
Book now. Regret nothing.
What's included
What's included
- Small group (max 9 guests)
- Personal headsets to hear your guide clearly
- Optional: Entry to the Vasari Corridor (if selected)
- Official timed-entry tickets
- Licensed, English-speaking local guide
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
City where tour take place
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Stop 2 · 2h
Uffizi Gallery Tour (all options)
Enter the Uffizi using a timed entry access and explore two floors of Renaissance masterpieces. Your guide leads you through Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, da Vinci’s Annunciation, Caravaggio’s drama (only with 2h option), and more—unpacking the stories that shaped Western art. -
Stop 3 · 1h
Vasari Corridor (if selected)
Upgrade to walk the Medici’s private skyway—Florence’s most exclusive passageway, reopened after decades. Elevated views, secret windows, and centuries of political intrigue. Only available with the 3-hour option. Corridor tickets are nominative, non-refundable, and limited.
Meeting point
Piazzale degli Uffizi – in front of the Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci - Look for a blue flag with the "Walks In Town" logo on it - Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Vasari Corridor is available only with Tyne “‼️Uffizi + Vasari Corridor” 3-hour option.
- Corridor access is nominative, non-refundable, and cannot be modified after booking.
- Due to strict ticketing and operational logistics, tours including the Vasari Corridor may occasionally be rescheduled. In such cases, we will notify you in advance and offer the closest available alternative.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Entry is through the official timed-access system of the Uffizi Gallery.
- Tickets are nominative and issued by an authorized reseller (Coopculture network).
- Walks in Town is an independent authorized reseller and tour operator, not affiliated with Le Gallerie degli Uffizi.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Uffizi Gallery or Vasari Corridor.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery €29.00 per person
- Entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery + Vasari Corridor €47.00 per person
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Unlock the Uffizi: Guided Tour + Secret Vasari Access Option take?
The experience lasts about 1h – 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $90.48 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?
Small group (max 9 guests); Personal headsets to hear your guide clearly; Optional: Entry to the Vasari Corridor (if selected); Official timed-entry tickets; Licensed, English-speaking local guide.
Where does it start?
Piazzale degli Uffizi – in front of the Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci - Look for a blue flag with the "Walks In Town" logo on it - Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.
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 German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 69 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
