Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour in Florence, Italy
Florence, Italy

Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour

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Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $12 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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56 / 100
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1.5 hours
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$12 per person

This self-guided walking tour traces the three forces that defined Dante Alighieri's life: love, blood, and exile, through the medieval streets of Florence where he lived, governed, and was condemned. The tour starts at the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the building Dante called his beautiful San Giovanni and dreamed of returning to until his death. You'll pass the Torre della Pagliazza, one of Florence's oldest towers, and the church linked to Beatrice Portinari. Along the way, learn how guild membership gave Dante political status, how a broken marriage promise sparked factional violence, and how a murder at Ponte Vecchio began Florence's civil wars. At the Bargello, you'll hear the charges that exiled Dante and the death sentence issued when he refused to return. The tour ends at Dante's statue outside Santa Croce, where his empty cenotaph inside raises a question the city never answered: can it truly reclaim the man it refused to welcome home?

What you get

    About this experience

    This self-guided walking tour traces the three forces that defined Dante Alighieri's life: love, blood, and exile, through the medieval streets of Florence where he lived, governed, and was condemned. The tour starts at the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the building Dante called his beautiful San Giovanni and dreamed of returning to until his death. You'll pass the Torre della Pagliazza, one of Florence's oldest towers, and the church linked to Beatrice Portinari. Along the way, learn how guild membership gave Dante political status, how a broken marriage promise sparked factional violence, and how a murder at Ponte Vecchio began Florence's civil wars. At the Bargello, you'll hear the charges that exiled Dante and the death sentence issued when he refused to return. The tour ends at Dante's statue outside Santa Croce, where his empty cenotaph inside raises a question the city never answered: can it truly reclaim the man it refused to welcome home?

    What's included

    Included

    • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
    • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
    • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
    • App for Android and iOS
    • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

    Not included

    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Transportation
    • Food and drink
    • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

    What you'll see and do

    1. Begin your tour at the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the building Dante called "my beautiful San Giovanni" and dreamed of returning to until his dying day. Please note that admission to the interior is not included in this tour.

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    2. Chiesa di Santa Margherita dei Cerchi

      Pass the small Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi, traditionally linked to Beatrice Portinari. Examine what Florence actually knows about the woman Dante transformed into a literary ideal, and what it invented.

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    3. You'll pass by the House of Dante, built on the spot where tradition claims the poet was born in 1265. Please note that admission to the museum inside is not included in this tour.

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    4. Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

      Visit Orsanmichele, where guild statues reveal the commercial power that controlled access to government. Please note that admission to the museum interior is not included in this tour.

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    5. Ponte Vecchio

      Discover how a murder at Ponte Vecchio became the symbolic beginning of Florence's civil wars. Take in this iconic bridge, still carrying the weight of that turbulent history.

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    6. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi

      You'll pass by the Uffizi Galleries, commissioned in 1560 by Cosimo I de' Medici to house the offices of Florentine magistrates before becoming one of the world's great art museums. Please note that admission to the galleries is not included in this tour.

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    7. Piazza della Signoria

      You'll pass through Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence since the 13th century. Take in this open-air gallery of statues, still the city's most iconic public square.

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    8. Palazzo Vecchio

      Discover the Torre della Castagna, where Florence's Priors cast votes using chestnuts before Palazzo Vecchio existed. Please note that admission to the palace interior is not included in this tour.

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    9. Museo Nazionale del Bargello

      At the Bargello, the city's medieval palace of justice, hear the exact charges that condemned Dante to exile and the death sentence issued when he refused to return. Please note that admission to the museum is not included in this tour.

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    10. End your tour at the monumental statue of Dante outside the Basilica of Santa Croce. Take in this enormous likeness, which raises a question the city never quite answered.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Florence

    This tour starts at Dante's Florence. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Tour ends at Dante’s Monument - The City That Claimed Him Back

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    VoiceMap Audio Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    1.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.

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    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)77
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.

    How much does Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Florence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour take?

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    Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Florence is not rushed.

    Is Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Florence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Florence and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Florence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Florence?

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    On Outty we rank every Florence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici -by a storyteller, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Florence?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Florence?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour?

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    Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour; App for Android and iOS; and Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will sta. Not included: Smartphone and headphones; Transportation; Food and drink; and Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour?

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    This tour starts at Dante's Florence. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Love, Blood and Exile: A Self-Guided Dante Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Florence. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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