Florence<\/a> is one of the most popular cities in Italy<\/a>. Its stunning Renaissance architecture gives it an iconic look, and the abundance of art could keep any traveler busy for weeks. There\u2019s the Galleria de Uffizi, which holds some of the world\u2019s most important Renaissance pieces; Michelangelo\u2019s David<\/em>, one of the most recognizable works in the world; and the towering Duomo, a Gothic cathedral and UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n To see it all and learn about this beautiful destination, I always like to take a walking tour (or three!) while I\u2019m here. I think walking tours are a great way to learn about a place and see some non-touristy sites. <\/p>\n And Florence has a lot of them! From introductory free tours to in-depth history and food tours, here\u2019s my list of the best walking tours in Florence.<\/p>\n Take Walks is my go-to tour company in Italy, offering access to places that no other gets and featuring incredibly knowledgeable guides. I always have fun and learn a ton on these tours. I can\u2019t recommend them enough.<\/p>\n Their VIP David & Duomo tour<\/a> offers exclusive access before or after all the other tours, providing a unique, skip-the-line experience without the crowds. They also have a Best of Florence tour<\/a> that covers all the city\u2019s highlights over a fun and educational three hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n This is the best (and most popular) free tour in town. Its main offering is a solid introduction to Florence lasting two hours and covering all the highlights. It\u2019s a great way to kick-start your trip if you\u2019re on a budget. <\/p>\n For something more unique, there\u2019s also a free tour that focuses on the city\u2019s darker side, including some of the more eerie myths and legends from the past. Just remember to tip your guide at the end!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \u00a0 Devour is my favorite food tour company. Its offerings are always super informative and delicious. In Florence, Devour runs a few different ones, so there\u2019s something for everyone. <\/p>\n If you love wine like I do, the Oltrarno at Sunset tour<\/a> is the best choice for you. An evening tour, it lasts over three hours and includes stops at five family-run businesses, where you\u2019ll sample aperitivi, dinner (including a taste of the famed Florentine steak), and desserts.<\/p>\n Devour also runs a filling 3.5-hour Tastes and Traditions<\/a> tour that includes a visit to Sant\u2019Ambrogio Market, as well as wine, espresso, and some unforgettable eats. On both tours, you\u2019ll end up full and learn a ton.<\/p>\n Tours start at 79 EUR.<\/em><\/p>\n If you want to learn more about the Duomo, the massive cathedral that pokes up from the picturesque skyline, Italy Pass Tours<\/a> runs an excellent short tour that serves as the perfect primer. You\u2019ll get skip-the-line access and be able to tour the beautiful cathedral while learning about its history and how it intertwines with the famous Medici family that helped put Florence on the map. It\u2019s an educational, affordable tour that goes into more detail than the standard free one, without being too long or overly academic.<\/p>\n Tours start at 13 EUR.<\/em><\/p>\n If you want to explore the home of some of the world\u2019s best Renaissance art, Tours and Tours runs a 90-minute skip-the-line Uffizi Gallery tour<\/a>. You\u2019ll get to marvel at world-famous works by masters like Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci while avoiding the massive lines. They also run a short but insightful skip-the-line tour of Brunelleschi\u2019s Dome<\/a>. It\u2019s a masterwork of engineering and offers amazing views over the city.<\/p>\n Tours start at 41 EUR.<\/em><\/p>\n If you want to get off the beaten path and learn about Florence\u2019s dark side, Global Experiences runs a bar crawl\/ghost tour<\/a>, which lasts three hours and takes you around town, showing you the sights while bouncing between cool bars. It also illuminates some of the more scandalous stories from the past, as well as darker and more mysterious tales. Overall, it\u2019s a fun tour to take after a day of seeing the highlights.<\/p>\n The company also runs a more traditional food tour<\/a> on which you\u2019ll get to sample traditional Florentine steak, Tuscan meatballs, almond biscotti, gelato, and more!<\/p>\n Tours start at 60 EUR.<\/em><\/p>\n
Posted<\/strong>: 3\/27\/2024 | March 27, 2024<\/p>\nBest Overall Tour<\/h5>\n<\/p>\n
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While those may be the best free and paid tours in town, Florence as a lot more to offer. Here are four other insightful and educational tours:<\/p>\n1. Devour Food Tours<\/h3>\n
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