The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour
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Is The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour worth booking?
The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour is a 3-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $42 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 49 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (49)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $42 per person
It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Renaissance. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving y
What you get
About this experience
It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Renaissance. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book. Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Piazza della Signoria, Medici Palace and the Vasari Corridor. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Florence. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time! Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
What's included
Included
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
Not included
- Hotel pick-up & Drop-off
- Entrance ticket to the Medici Chapels
- On Tuesdays the Medici Chapels are closed and the Church of San Lorenzo will be visited instead
What you'll see and do
Cappelle Medicee
The Medici Chapels are two chapels built between the 16th and 17th centuries as an extension to the Basilica of San Lorenzo
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Museo Dell'opera Del Duomo
The famous cathedral dome dominates the skyline of Florence, with its eight white ribs against a background of terracotta tiles.
20 minutes here
House on the site of Dante's birthplace, with exhibits on his work & life in Florence in his era.
20 minutes here
Piazza Santa Trinita
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Palazzo Vecchio
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Santa Maria Novella
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Palazzo Strozzi
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Saint Remigio Church
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
Meet your host in front of the Church in the Santa Maria Novella square
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
End the tour on the terrace of the museum with an amazing view over the Cathedral
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Withlocals
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 49 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
49 verified traveler reviews for The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent
Eduardo was knowledgeable and passionate about Florence. Very glad that we booked this tour. I learned a lot about art and architecture as well as history.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Walking Tour of Renaissance Florence
We had a great tour that covered the history of Florence during the renaissance period with Dina. She was knowledgeable and interesting. The pace was perfect. We would highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Tour with an Instant Friend
We had a wonderful time with Federica! She is pleasant, very knowledgeable and responsive. Planning and communication began months before we arrived in Florence. She modified and customized the tour to what we wanted to see. She is so easy going, it was like making an instant friend who could show you around. Her knowledge of art history that she shared - so interesting and not commonly known! So glad we booked with Federica!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide
We had a wonderful tour with Martina. She was very knowledgeable and did a great job giving us context and antidotes about the medieval and renaissance Florence. Incredibly personable and flexible with organizing the tour for us. My kiddo really likes pedestrian bridges and Martina arranged for us to finish up at Ponte Vecchio with a discussion of it so that when we parted ways we could further explore that area. She also gave us suggestions for lunch restaurants with good vegan options. Honestly, we couldn’t have asked for a better tour or guide.
via Tripadvisor
Florence Walking Tour
We were very happy with our decision to have a private guide for our first visit to Florence. Vesela is delightful, very knowledgeable of the era and area and focused the tour on our interests. Despite the rainy weather we managed to see a lot in our 3-hour Renaissance Tour, as Florence is a very walkable city. Having Vesela alongside to provide both an overview of the city's history and to point out small details along the way made for an excellent experience. We were late for our meeting time (we overslept!) but Vesela greeted us with a smile and made us feel like we were spending time with a friend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $42 to $329
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 17
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $42 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 History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 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 History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 49 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 The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private 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 The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour?
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Around 17 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private 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 Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class & Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner. 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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