The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 690 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group worth booking?
The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group is a 1.8-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from €29 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 690 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (690)
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- From
- €29 per person
This tour is the best walking tour that you can ever have in Florence. It is a great introduction to the city for both first-timers as well as returners. It covers the main attractions of the city and gives you facts you wouldn't know or notice walking around by yourself. You will not be involved in a boring, neutral lecture, but in a pleasant stroll through the center of Florence, in a friendly and easy-going atmosphere.
What you get
About this experience
This tour is the best walking tour that you can ever have in Florence. It is a great introduction to the city for both first-timers as well as returners. It covers the main attractions of the city and gives you facts you wouldn't know or notice walking around by yourself. You will not be involved in a boring, neutral lecture, but in a pleasant stroll through the center of Florence, in a friendly and easy-going atmosphere.
What's included
Included
- Small group
- Licensed tour guide
- whisper system
Not included
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Basilica di San Lorenzo
The Basilica di San Lorenzo (Basilica of St Lawrence) is one of the largest churches of Florence, Italy, situated at the centre of the city’s main market district, and the burial place of all the principal members of the Medici family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana
The Laurentian Library was built thanks to the patronage of the Medici pope Clement VII, the library was built to emphasize that the Medici were no longer merchants but members of intelligent and ecclesiastical society. It contains the manuscripts and books belonging to the private library of the Medici family. The library is renowned for its architecture, designed by Michelangelo, and is an example of Mannerism.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Cappelle Medicee
The Medici Chapels are were built between the16th and 17th centuries as extensions to Brunelleschi's 15th-century church, with the purpose of celebrating the Medici family, patrons of the church and Grand Dukes of Tuscany: the Medici family. The Sagrestia Nuova ("New Sacristy") was designed by Michelangelo himself.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
The Palazzo Medici Riccardi was designed for Cosimo de' Medici, head of the Medici banking family, and was built between 1444 and 1484.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Florence Cathedral, formally the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore is the cathedral of Florence (Italian: Duomo di Firenze). It was begun in 1296 in the Gothic style to a design of Arnolfo di Cambio. The cathedral complex, in Piazza del Duomo, includes the Baptistery and Giotto's Campanile. These three buildings are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site covering the historic centre of Florence and are a major tourist attraction of Tuscany.
5 minutes here
Battistero Di San Giovanni
The Florence Baptistery, also known as the Baptistery of Saint John stands in both the Piazza del Duomo and the Piazza San Giovanni, across from Florence Cathedral and the Campanile di Giotto. The Baptistery is one of the oldest buildings in the city, constructed between 1059 and 1128 in the Florentine Romanesque style.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Cupola Del Brunelleschi
This dome is one of the biggest mystery in art and architecture of every time. It was the largest in the world. It remains the largest brick dome ever constructed.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Campanile di Giotto
Giotto's Campanile is adjacent to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Baptistry of St. John. This tower is one of the showpieces of Florentine Gothic architecture with its design by Giotto, its rich sculptural decorations and its polychrome marble encrustations.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
The Cathedral of Florence, known as Santa Maria del Fiore, features a vast Gothic structure with a richly decorated façade of white, green, and pink marble.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria is an L-shaped square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio. It is the meeting place of Florentines as well as the numerous tourists, located near Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza del Duomo and gateway to Uffizi Gallery.
5 minutes here
Palazzo Vecchio
The Palazzo Vecchio ("Old Palace") is the town hall of the city. This massive fortress-palace is among the most impressive town halls of Tuscany. Overlooking the square with its copy of Michelangelo's David statue as well the gallery of statues in the adjacent Loggia dei Lanzi, it is one of the most significant public places in Italy, and it hosts cultural points and museums.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
The Uffizi Gallery is an art museum located adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria and it is one of the most important Italian museums and the most visited, it is also one of the largest and best known in the world and holds a collection of priceless works, particularly from the period of the Italian Renaissance. The building of Uffizi complex was begun by Giorgio Vasari in 1560 for Cosimo I de' Medici so as to accommodate the offices of the Florentine magistrates, hence the name uffizi, "offices".
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Ponte Vecchio
The Old Bridge ("Ponte Vecchio") is a medieval it the oldest bridge over the Arno River, in Florence, Italy. It is noted for the shops built along it, as was once common. Butchers, tanners, and farmers initially occupied the shops; the present tenants are jewelers and art dealers.
5 minutes here
Palazzo Pitti
Pitti's Palace was bought by the Medici family in 1549 and became the chief residence of the ruling families of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. It grew as a great treasure house as later generations amassed paintings, plates, jewelry and luxurious possessions.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
The meeting point is next to Cafè Scudieri, 50 meters far from the facade of the Duomo (the cathedral of Florence). Look for the guide with a small red flag.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The endpoint is only indicative and can vary slightly within the indicated area.
Options you can book
Tour in Italian
Tour in English
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- All Around Florence
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 678 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
678 verified traveler reviews for The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Walking Tour of Florence
Our guide, Manuel, was excellent! He showed us key historic places and out-of-the-way churches, historic alleyways, and the richness of the city! Having nothing to do with Manual, I believe that Viatour could’ve offered admission to one or two of the museums that we walked by and were explained to us. Because this was a Medici experience, we should have been able to have tickets to the Medici family museum! This was an expensive walk-through in Florence and it felt overpriced to no fault of Manual’s! We loved him!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Interesting you’re full of the history of Florence. This was our second time in Florence and we learned new things on this tour. Our tour guide was great and shared a lot of hidden gems in historical Florence with us.
via Viator
Highly recommend
Manuel was a terrific tour guide - very informative about the history of Florence and so enjoyed learning about the hidden gems, the Towers, the beautiful churches and the families that helped create this beautiful city. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour.
The walking tour was not too long and not too short. We put on around 6k to 7k steps. The tour guide was very informative and covered a lot of interesting points. He spoke English well enough to understand unlike some other tour guides I’ve had while in Italy. He also walked slow enough for ppl to keep up. I would highly recommend this tour. Well worth the time and money.
via Viator
Small tour very worthwhile
Manuel was a great guide. Very knowledgeable Tour was very interesting. Florence is a fascinating city
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €29 to €69
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 241
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
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The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group cost?
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Prices start at €29 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 The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group take?
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Plan for about 1.8 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 Florence is not rushed.
Is The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 690 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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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 The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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Around 241 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 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group 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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What is included in The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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Included: Small group; Licensed tour guide; and whisper system. Not included: Tips and gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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The meeting point is next to Cafè Scudieri, 50 meters far from the facade of the Duomo (the cathedral of Florence). Look for the guide with a small red flag. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group offered in?
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It is offered in English and Italian. 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 The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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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 The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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Across 690 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Tour in Italian, Tour in English. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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