Medieval Renaissance Florence Morning Walking Tour

Day 1 Florence

Today we will start from San Lorenzo square, where you can find the Medici Chapels and the Basilica of S. Lorenzo, the church of the Medici family. We admire the beauty of the Palazzo Medici Riccardi and in no time we reach Piazza del Duomo, where you can admire the impressive Cathedral with the Cupola del Brunelleschi, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery of S. John with the Gates of Paradise. Then we proceed to the picturesque Mercato della Paglia (Straw Market), where is the famous Fontana del Porcellino. Not too far away, there is the elegant Piazza della Signoria. Next to it the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most important museums in the world. All along the trail between Palazzo Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace you will follows from the outside the famous Vasari Corridor which was commissioned on the occasion of the wedding between Francis I and Joan of Austria and built in the record time of only 5 months by Giorgio Vasari, a precious jewel that serve the purpose of giving the ruling family of Florence a safe passage between the seat of government and their home. Walking along the Arno River you will pass through the Ponte Vecchio, the famous "jewels bridge" and by crossing the Old bridge (Ponte Vecchio), you will reach the wonderful Pitti Palace. The Tour continues visiting the medieval quarters where Dante Alighieri (the great Poet of the "Divine Comedy") and Beatrice lived and where you also find the beautiful Badia Fiorentina with the characteristic exagonal tower and the austere Bargello Palace.

Florence, ITALY Historic Florence, Italy is considered to be one of the most gorgeous cities in the world. Its long tradition of art and culture can be seen on nearly every doorstep. Millions of people travel here each year.

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  Piazza del Duomo The "Cathedral Square" in the heart of Florence is one of the most-visited places on the planet. It is home to an impressive list of breathtaking buildings emblematic of Italian art and culture, including the Florence Cathedral and Baptistery.
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  Ponte Veccio The Ponte Veccio is a Medieval stone bridge over the Arno River in Florence. The bridge is lined by shops, something that was typical at the time of its construction in 1345; they are mostly artists and souvenir vendors.
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  Uffizi Gallery The Uffizi Gallery is an art museum in Florence, Italy that is among the oldest in the world. It is located in a Medieval palace and houses works by da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, Botticelli, and many more.
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  Basilica di San Lorenzo The Basilica di San Lorenzo, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, is one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture. The breathtaking size of the church's exterior is only matched by the view one is subject to upon entrance.
  Only available from April 1st
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  Medici Chapel The Medici Chapel is named in honor of Florence's most famous Renaissance family. The chapel is comprised of two sections: the Sagrestia Nuova and the Cappella dei Principi, each marvelous in its opulence and beauty.
  Duration: 6-9 Hours
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  Bargello The Bargello is a medieval barracks and prison in Florence which has since been converted to an art museum, which now houses the work of Italy's greatest artists, including Michelangelo and Donatello, and smaller pieces such as ceramics and textiles.
  Duration: Approx. 8 Hours 30 Minutes
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  Piazza della Signoria The Piazza della Signoria features many can't-miss Florentine buildings. The Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's massive fortress of a town hall, towers above. The Loggia dei Lanzi is a beautiful piece of Renaissance architecture, bedecked with bronze and marble sculptures.
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  Loggia del Mercato Nuovo Loggia del Mercato Nuovo is an open-air marketplace building in Florence. By day, the building is full of sales stall, but at night the interior is illuminated by a bright blue light, meaning that this attraction requires multiple visits!
  Duration: Approx. 9 Hours 30 Minutes
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  Palazzo Pitti Palazzo Pitti was converted into Florence's largest art galleries in the early 20th century. Underneath its foreboding exterior lie several different museums and galleries, such as the Medicis' personal collections, a porcelain museum and the Gallery of Modern Art.

• Location: Florence, FI
• Address: Terminal Piazza Stazione, Florence, FI 50123 (Corner with Piazza dell'Unità - Florence)
• Departure: 9:15am
• Return: 11:45am

Inclusions

• Transportation
• Tour guide
• Entrance fees

Exclusions

• Meals
• Gratuities

• Earphones will be provided from the beginning of the tour

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Redemption

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