FLORENCE · WALKING TOURS

15 Florence Walking Tours We Would Walk Twice

40 walks  ·  from $16 a head

The small-group florence walking tours go first and the good guides are booked out weeks ahead. Here are 15 to reserve before you land, and what separates them.

Florence: Highlights Walking Tour with Expert Guide - Starting near Palazzo Medici Riccardi
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Florence: Highlights Walking Tour with Expert Guide

1.Highlights Walking Tour with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,662 reviews · 1h 30m · from $27Our pick

You’ll walk Florence’s historic center with an English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Armenian, or Portuguese-speaking guide. Expect Medici stories, Renaissance art, Dante, Michelangelo, the Duomo, Signoria Square, and Ponte Vecchio. Guides such as Eduardo, Julia, Rachel, and Giovanni add local tips and plenty of personality.

“Excellent guide who spoke perfect English. Loads of local knowledge and a real history lesson from start to finish! Fantastic experience.”

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Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour - Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia
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Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour

2.Uffizi & Accademia Timed Entry: Small Group Duomo Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,630 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $50

Start near the Accademia with a guide-led visit to Michelangelo’s *David*, then walk past the Duomo, Orsanmichele, Piazza della Repubblica, the Porcellino, and Piazza della Signoria before an express Uffizi tour. Groups are limited to 15, with headsets and several start times.

“Sylvia was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! She was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also genuinely funny, which made the entire tour so engaging and enjoyable. Her sense of humor kept everyone entertained while still sharing fascinating insights and stories. The tour never felt boring, and her energy made the experience even more memorable. Highly recommend Sylvia if you’re looking for a guide who’s informative, lively, and fun!”

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Florence: Duomo Complex with Tickets & City Walk Guided Tour - Meeting at Piazza del Duomo
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Florence: Duomo Complex with Tickets & City Walk Guided Tour

3.Duomo Complex with Tickets & City Walk Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,057 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $93

Follow an English-speaking guide through Florence’s Duomo Complex, including the Cathedral on afternoon departures, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and the Baptistery. Then walk past Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi to Ponte Vecchio. Optional Bell Tower tickets let you climb independently for rooftop views.

“Our tour guide was extremely knowledgable and had a very pleasant demeanor. An excellent tour!”

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Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour - Starting with Florence’s outdoor highlights
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Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour

4.Michelangelo’s David, Accademia & Uffizi Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,986 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $47

Meet your guide in central Florence for a short city walk, timed entry to the Accademia, and a focused look at Michelangelo’s David. Choose the longer option to add a guided Uffizi visit, with free time between tours. Guides such as Paulina, Claudia, Patricia, and Matthew have led especially engaging art and history walks.

“Patricia was so knowledgeable and really made our first full day in Florence memorable. I have been before without kids, but my husband I and both agree that having her expertise really enhances the experience. Highly recommended.”

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David & Accademia Guided Tour with Time Entry Ticket - Piazza del Duomo and Brunelleschi’s famous dome
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David & Accademia Guided Tour with Time Entry Ticket

5.David & Accademia Guided Tour with Time Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,705 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

This small-group tour combines a Florence walking introduction with timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. You’ll see Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Baptistery doors, and the Duomo from outside before meeting Michelangelo’s David. Guides such as Sara, Stefano, Stephanie, and Valentina have led this route, with headsets included.

“Saw a lot of attractions but the tour guide was difficult to understand. Glad we got to see David! Also, we had skip the line but so did a lot of other tours so we did have to wait 30 minutes to enter the museum.”

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Florence: Guided Walking Tour - Starting around Piazza della Repubblica
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Florence: Guided Walking Tour

6.Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,602 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $27

Walk through Florence’s historic center with a certified guide in English, German, Spanish, or French. You’ll see the Duomo complex, Signoria Square, Ponte Vecchio, and Pitti Palace from outside, while guides such as Matteo, Pam, Chiara, and Luigi add Renaissance stories, local details, and practical restaurant tips.

“Lovely tour- the guide was very interesting and told a lot of interesting facts”

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Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at San Lorenzo, where Florence begins to take shape
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Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales Guided Walking Tour

7.Renaissance and Medici Tales Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,549 reviews · 2 hours · from $2Best value

Follow a Spanish or English-speaking guide from San Lorenzo through Florence’s Medici quarter, the Duomo, Dante’s neighborhood, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi. Expect a story-led city orientation with symbols, Renaissance politics, architecture, and practical tips for food, drinks, and shopping.

“Michele was wonderful and kept us interested for 2 hours. Lovely tour! Do it your first day here to get a lay of the land.”

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Florence: Uffizi & Accademia Small Group Walking Tour - Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia
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Florence: Uffizi & Accademia Small Group Walking Tour

8.Uffizi & Accademia Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,380 reviews · 4 hours · from $148

Spend four hours with a local art guide in a group of 10 to 15, visiting the Accademia and Uffizi with skip-the-ticket-line entry. You’ll see David, the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and major works by Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Guides speak English, German, Spanish, French, or Italian.

“Excellent tour! Kyrie was a knowledgeable guide and set just the right pace!”

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Skip-the-Line Florence Highlights and David Walking Tour - Palazzo Strozzi and Via de’ Tornabuoni
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Skip-the-Line Florence Highlights and David Walking Tour

9.Skip-the-Line Florence Highlights and David Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,127 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117Top rated

In three hours, an English-speaking guide leads you from Piazza della Repubblica through Renaissance palaces, bridges, squares, and the Baptistery before a one-hour visit to the Accademia. Expect a walking-heavy route, a group of up to 19, headsets for larger groups, and an optional private upgrade.

“Great tour. Our guide Elise(?) is very knowledgeable, give us the history of Florence and many hidden gems of the town. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Most of the tour is outdoor.”

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Florence: Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at Piazza San Marco
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Florence: Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour

10.Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,081 reviews · 1h 45m · from $2

Follow a guide with a green umbrella from Piazza San Marco to Ponte Vecchio, hearing stories of Medici crimes, ghosts, torture, superstitions, mafia bombings, and the Monster of Florence. Evening departures add atmosphere. Guides such as Antonio, Angela, Glenda, and Monica are praised for strong storytelling. English and Spanish tours are available.

“This tour was fantastic! It definitely was the highlight of my Florence trip. The experience was so immersive, insightful and fun. My guide was Monica and I’m so happy I was able to experience her tour. Monica was super knowledgeable and funny! I recommend 100%. For awareness, the €2 is for the radio and headsets, please bring cash to tip the guides.”

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Florence in a Day: Michelangelo's David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour - The Duomo and Baptistery, seen from the street
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Florence in a Day: Michelangelo’s David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour

11.Florence in a Day: Michelangelo’s David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,048 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $134

Spend about five hours with a local guide visiting Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo exterior, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi. Timed museum entry keeps the day moving. Guides such as Stefano, Elena, Greta, and Angelo are praised for clear art and history commentary. Private upgrades are available.

“The tour was excellent! Our guide Elena was very knowledgeable about Florence history. Her commentary was well-paced, engaging and her added humour made the tour interesting. I’m not an art person but very much enjoyed learning about the Florence artists and seeing specific paintings that showed the evolution of painting styles at the start of the Renaissance.”

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Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch - San Lorenzo, the Medici, and the Duomo
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Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

12.Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,033 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $136

Spend about six hours exploring Florence with timed entry to the Accademia and, on the full-day option, the Uffizi. You’ll see David, the Duomo, San Lorenzo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria, with expert museum guides and a three-course Tuscan lunch. Expect several meeting points, plenty of walking, and careful attention to your schedule.

“Not efficiently organised with using a third party company. We had to wait for various parties to join on both the coach and standing around in the cold, which wasted valuable touring time and caused frustration. The tour guides were very knowledgeable but not so engaging to keep the interest flowing.”

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Florence: Mysteries of the Medici Guided Walking Tour - Starting at the My Green Tour office
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Florence: Mysteries of the Medici Guided Walking Tour

13.Mysteries of the Medici Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 940 reviews · from $31

Follow Florence’s Medici story through old streets, squares, churches, and family landmarks on a 90-minute guided walk. Your English-speaking guide may be Julia, Rosa, Emanuela, or another local expert. Choose a shared group of up to 10 or a private option, with Medici Chapel admission available when selected.

“Our tour guide was excellent she truly knows history very educative rour thaks”

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Florence: Street Food Walking Tour with Wine - Starting at Medici Chapels and San Lorenzo
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Florence: Street Food Walking Tour with Wine

14.Street Food Walking Tour with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 719 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $45

Walk Florence with an English-speaking local guide such as Gabriel, Antonio, Marco, or Serena, stopping for Tuscan street food, wine, sweets, and gelato. The 2.5-hour route links San Lorenzo, the Cathedral, Baptistery, Brunelleschi’s Dome, and Ponte Vecchio. Morning tours include San Lorenzo Market, while afternoon routes change when the market is closed.

“Marco was a fabulous host. He really made the whole tour super fun, really engaging and we loved stories of Florence. We enjoyed and the food and drink. A great start to our stay here!”

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Florence: Food Walking Tour with Local Steak and Tuscan Wine - From Piazza della Signoria to an old wine window
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Florence: Food Walking Tour with Local Steak and Tuscan Wine

15.Food Walking Tour with Local Steak and Tuscan Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 529 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $65

Walk from Piazza della Signoria through Santo Spirito with an English-speaking food guide. You will make five stops for 14 tastings, including wine-window aperitivo, Tuscan specialties, handmade ravioli, a sit-down bistecca alla Fiorentina dinner, and artisan gelato. Guides may include Federica, Marco, Francesco, Lori, or Teddy.

“What a fantastic evening spent learning about some fantastic wines as we walked around beautiful Florence whilst stopping off at some cozy and traditional restaurants. Lori our guide was both knowledgeable and fun in equal measure and the food and wine was fantastic! Highly recommended.”

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Private Flavors of Florence Walking Tour (Food and Wine Included) - Coffee first, with two different roasts
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Private Flavors of Florence Walking Tour (Food and Wine Included)

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