
Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia
Traveler rating
3.6/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia worth booking?
Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia is a 8-hour experience in La Spezia, Italy, from $1,770 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (5)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $1,770 per person
During this amazing 8 hour tour you will discover the secrets of the wonderful region of Florence. The city is, without doubt, where Italian genius has flourished with the greatest display of brilliance and purity. You'll have the opportunity to get the entrance inside one of the most important museums in the world: the Galleria dell'Accademia, where Michelangelo's 'David' is located, or the Uffizi Gallery with its immense artistic heritage, including thousands of paintings ranging from medieval times to the modern era. PRIVATE TOUR - Confirmed 100% from the time of booking NB: All Italian State Museums offer FREE entrance to everyone on the FIRST SUNDAY of every month - any skip the line or reservation for the entrance is available in those days
What you get
About this experience
During this amazing 8 hour tour you will discover the secrets of the wonderful region of Florence. The city is, without doubt, where Italian genius has flourished with the greatest display of brilliance and purity. You'll have the opportunity to get the entrance inside one of the most important museums in the world: the Galleria dell'Accademia, where Michelangelo's 'David' is located, or the Uffizi Gallery with its immense artistic heritage, including thousands of paintings ranging from medieval times to the modern era. PRIVATE TOUR - Confirmed 100% from the time of booking NB: All Italian State Museums offer FREE entrance to everyone on the FIRST SUNDAY of every month - any skip the line or reservation for the entrance is available in those days
What's included
Included
- Local guide in Florence for 2,5 hours
- Private walking tour
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Surcharges on fuel
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Please note: Entrance tickets to these attractions are not included in the tour price!
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Florence
Your private english speaking driver will pick you up directly from the port in the morning, then drive to Florence where your private guide will be waiting for you. You'll discover the historical city center touching all the highlights of this unique city such as the cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto's Bell tower, Signoria Square, and Ponte Vecchio for 3-hours. The guide will make the reservations for your skip the line tickets to the Museum of the Academy and you will pay for your tickets directly on the spot (entrance tickets are not included on the tour's price). This Gallery is particularly famous for its sculptures by Michelangelo - the Prisoners, the St. Matthew, and the most beautiful man of Florence, David. If you prefer paintings we can offer the guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery, discovering his immense artistic heritage, including paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo and more. After the visit, enjoy some free time at your leisure for lunch and shopping.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
SP-FI +Academy
Trf from SP to FI return including 3 hours of guided tour: Florence and the Academy of Fine Arts Pickup included
SP-FI + Uffizi
Trf from SP to FI return including 3 hours of guided tour: Florence and the Uffizi Gallery Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- no, de, sv, en, it, fr, da, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Toscana Guide Service
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- As a private tour operator, the schedule and activities may be adjusted to meet your needs. Please feel free to advise of any special requests you may have.
- To have a special van accessible to the wheelchair, please advise at the moment of the booking. We cannot guarantee it but we will do our best to find it
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Small groups
5 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Florence David and driver from cruise port
Our driver Daniele was wonderful!! He was timely and personable. Ingrid is very soft spoken and was difficult to hear even with head sets. She was very low energy and was unwilling to change direction to meet the desires of our group. It was a private tour for my family only and we wanted to do some shopping and Ingrid walked ahead without really noticing whether we were with her or not. She was helpful is helping us secure tickets to the Accademia Galleria but I do not recommend her for a tour.
Response from the operator: Hi Janet, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very pleased to hear that you appreciated Daniele's service. We are, however, genuinely surprised by your comments regarding Ingrid. In over 20 years of working together, we have never received this type of feedback about her. In fact, Ingrid is one of our most experienced guides and is regularly entrusted with our highest-end private tours, where she is consistently praised for her professionalism, knowledge, and attention to guests. We are sorry that her guiding style did not match your expectations on this occasion. While every guide has a different personality and approach, it is certainly never our intention for any guest to feel unheard or unattended. We do appreciate your kind words about her assistance in securing the Accademia Gallery tickets. We must also say that we are very sorry to receive a 3-star rating, as it lowers the overall rating of this tour, which has consistently earned excellent reviews over the years. We truly believe that this score does not reflect the quality of the experience we strive to provide or the long-standing reputation of both this tour and Ingrid's work. Nevertheless, we appreciate your feedback and will certainly share it with Ingrid as part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards for our guests. Best,
via Viator
Private tour vs cruise ship tour
We had great communication before the cruise and they were there with a sign with our name on it right as we got off the cruise ship. The last time we went to Florence, we took a tour from the cruise ship. What a difference having a private tour made, not booked from a cruise ship. We were a group of 8 individuals, and the extra time, close dropping off and picking up, and the more information were fabulous. I love the more personal attention. In looking at the cost, I actually think it might have cost less than booking through a cruise ship.
Response from the operator: Hi Kurt! Thanks for choosing Toscana Guide and for the time you used to write your review! Really appreciated. See you soon around our Wonderful Tuscany. Arrivederci! Franceska
via Viator
Unprofessional and inexcusable. Received confirmation, Vouchers and local guides phone number.
Local PRIVATE tour GUIDE did NOT show up and ruined the day for myself, my daughter and the 14,12, 10 and 8 year old grandchildren. We were so excited to let them experience Florence. All studied Renaissance period in school and we missed Uffizi Museum, Statue of David, The Baptistry, The Duomo, Piti Palace, Ponte Vecchio and all the other MUST sees in Florence. waited 1 hour and then shuttled back to CRUISE SHIP. No other tours available.
Response from the operator: Hi Carla, I apologise for what happened. We never received the confirmation about this tour so we hai not idea there was a tour. We are working as guides since 1991. Our booking service company started 24 years ago and never left on the dock anyone. This is our job and we are proud do our utmost to do it in the best possible way. Believe me, discovering that there had been a reservation that we did not receive and knowing that there was a family with whom we couldn't honor our commitment, destroyed our day too. I know it doesn't help now but, if you ever return to Florence, it will be our pleasure to offer you a tour of the city with the best of our guides. With the occasion wish to receive our best greetings and invite you to return soon: the waiting with open arms. Franceska
via Viator
Outstanding service!
We were picked up early by Marco, an excellent driver, who ascertained that we were punctual through the day. With an octogenarian grandfather in our group the private car worked extremely well. Marzia, our superlative guide, modified the itinerary so that grandpa could ride to almost every site, and walk little. She was very thoughtful and even went out of her way to go to the Accademia staff and request that grandpa be allowed to sit while awaiting his entry. Pre booking the Accademia ticket is extremely important as lines are very long otherwise. We were guided by the travel agent to book tickets electronically ahead of time. We had the immense pleasure of visiting unplanned, the Santa Croce church and the San Miniata church and seeing the tombs of several including Michelangelo in the former. Marzia was very knowledgeable and truly one of the best guides we have met in our many years of travel. We were able to be back on the ship well in time with wonderful memories. Money well spent when one wants to spend on building memories of experiences!
Response from the operator: Good morning Hema, what a wonderful morning finding this review! Thanks for the time you used to write it, really appreciated. So happy that you all enjoyed the tour, the Marco and Marzia. I will forward your wonderful review to them. It is always a pleasure when someone tell us they are happy with one of our tour! Wish you all the best and looking to see you again soon in our beautiful Tuscany
via Viator
Great Private Tour from La Spezia Cruise Terminal to Florence
Great communications with this tour company in preparation for our cruise ship stop in La Spezia terminal. We had to coordinate museum tickets which needed to be purchased prior to our arrival and for a specific entrance timeframe. The timing of our ship arrival, drive, and museum entrance worked out perfectly. Matteo was our driver and an excellent host for the 1.5 hour drive each way. He drove safely, stopped for restroom breaks as needed, and even got permission to deviate from the normal return route to take us to an overlook square with the best panoramic view of Florence, Piazzale Michelangelo. Giulia was our tour guide within Florence and the museum. She was very knowledgeable on everything Florence and had the tough job of keeping us all on track to view as much of the museum and Florence as possible, and still have some personal time to shop and have lunch before handing us back over to Matteo for the drive back. Only minor complaint I have was the seat configuration in the van. It’s made to be reconfigurable, but the seats were left in a position where it was not as comfortable as it could have been for eight passengers. Overall, it was an excellent private tour, and transportation for a cruise ship stop. I would not hesitate to book with this tour company again.
Response from the operator: Hi Albert, so happy to find your review here! And more because you enjoyed your tour with us. Thanks for the time you spent to write this review and share your experience. Looking for meeting you again soon and, this time, it will be a 5*! Francesca
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Toscana Guide Service, who run 7 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.1.
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Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for La Spezia.
How much does Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia cost?
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Prices start at $1,770 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in La Spezia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia take?
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Plan for about 8 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 La Spezia is not rushed.
Is Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in La Spezia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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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 Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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Around 2 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 La Spezia 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 La Spezia and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia 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 La Spezia 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 La Spezia?
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On Outty we rank every La Spezia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include La Spezia: Taste Cinque Terre on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better, Portovenere & Three Islands Small Group Boat Tour from La Spezia, Sunset Boat Tour to Cinque Terre with aperitif on board. 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 La Spezia?
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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 La Spezia?
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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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What is included in Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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Included: Local guide in Florence for 2,5 hours; Private walking tour; Guaranteed to skip the long lines; Surcharges on fuel; and Hotel/port pickup and drop-off. Not included: Food and drinks; Please note: Entrance tickets to these attractions are not included in the tour price!; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around La Spezia. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia offered in?
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It is offered in Norwegian, German, Swedish, English, Italian, French, Danish and Spanish. 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 Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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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 Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in La Spezia. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 3.6 out of 5, recurring themes include small groups, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
What booking options are available for Private Florence and David or Uffizi from La Spezia?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including SP-FI +Academy, SP-FI + Uffizi. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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