Chances are, when you think of the Renaissance, you think of the cultural wonders it provided, such as Michelangelo's breathtaking art, as well as the sculptures, architecture, and writings of so many other Renaissance greats. This tour features the best of the Renaissance throughout Florence. Tour the city with a knowledgeable guide, who will escort you to the best locations, including Piazzale Michelangelo, The Duomo, Accademia Gallery, Basilica di Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, and the Uffizi Gallery.

First, your Florence full day tour heads to Fiesol, a delightful town of Etruscan origin located on a hill overlooking the beautiful views of Florence. Then after a romantic drive through Viale dei Colli to Piazzale Michelangelo. Embrace the heart of Florence in this famous square, which was built in the 14th century and named after the famous artist, Michelangelo. You can enjoy the views of all must see places in Florence, including the River Arno, the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, the Basilica di Santa Croce, and Palazzo Vecchio. Don't miss the chance to take a panoramic photo of Florence or just admire some of the best views of the city.

Immerse yourself in the brilliance of Michelangelo Buonarroti's creations as you visit the world-renowned Accademia Gallery on your Florence tour. This museum was built to encompass one of Michelangelo's greatest artistic accomplishments, "David," but also features the unfinished San Matteo and the four Prigioni.

Next, you'll have a break for lunch ( at your own expense) before continuing to discover the historic city center and the exterior of it's one of a kind Church of Santa Croce. Admire original decorations in the Gothic style, the whitewashed frescoes by Giotto, sculptures by Donatello, and other early Renaissance paintings. Enjoy another brief stroll along the Arno River. Finally, visit the Uffizi Gallery that contains quite simply the world's finest collection of Renaissance art. Your tour concludes in front of the Palazzo Vecchio. Stay and enjoy the early evening's street performers. Performances can range from violin duets to people dressed as sculptures. Spanning the glories of Florence's churches, like the Duomo and the Basilica di Santa Croce, as well as the city's famous squares of Piazzale Michelangelo to Piazza Signoria, you can enjoy all the must see places on this full day Florence sightseeing tour.

Please Note: Accademia and Uffizi are closed on Mondays, and will be replaced with the Saint Mark Museum or Medici Chapels in the morning, and the Palazzo Vecchio Museum in the afternoon. Pre-booked museum entrance is provided to skip the general admission line. During periods of increased inflow of visitors, admission to the museums may be subject to delays for security reasons, as access to the museum is regulated according to its maximum capacity.