Private half-day tour of Florence
Fall in love with a private tour of Florence! Discover charming art, architecture and history, admire romantic views from Piazzale Michelangelo
from €250≈ $290 · £214Other currencies at today’s rate — you are charged in euro
- Location:
- Florence
- Duration:
- 4 hours
- Language:
- English
- Tour type:
- Private tour
- Group:
- Your party only
- Free cancellation:
- Up to 24 hrs
- Ticket:
- E-ticket on your phone
- We collect you where you are staying

Why you will remember it
- Private tour of Florence! Top safety, comfort, privacy and flexibility
- See Florence’s top historical and cultural sights in a half-day tour
- Get the most beautiful views over Florence from the hill top terrace of Michelangelo Square
- Visit Santa Croce Square and the leather district
- Admire the Duomo , Giotto’s Bell Tower , Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and much more
- Balance your day for other activities, choice of morning or afternoon departure
The itinerary
Fall in love with a private tour of Florence
Admire the major cultural and historical sites, the perfect experience to take a glimpse of Florence! Drive to the panoramic square above the city – Piazzale Michelangelo.
Drive along Viale dei Colli
Relax and enjoy Viale dei Colli, a tree-lined street considered one of the most beautiful in the world. This avenue winds up and down the hill from east to west on the southern side of the Arno river, reaching its peak at Piazzale Michelangelo.
Piazzale Michelangelo
Get enchanted by the most romantic views over Florence, admire the bronze copy of Michelangelo’s David statue. Get your camera ready because this panoramic square has one of the best views of the entire city and its surroundings.
San Miniato and Belvedere
Nearby on the hill, the Romanesque church of San Miniato with its monumental cemetery, the Belvedere Fortress and the narrow winding roads that make Florence such a charming city to discover.
Get enchanted by Florence
Cross the river to see the Basilica of Santa Croce where Florence’s most illustrious citizens were buried. Enjoy delightful Ponte Vecchio with its jewelry boutiques and finally, imposing Pitti Palace of the Medici family.
Walk in Piazza del Duomo
Next stop, Piazza del Duomo with the magnificent Florence’s Duomo cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery and more. Admire the gothic Duomo and then climb up to the top of the ‘cupola’ to enjoy the most delightful view over the red brick roofs of Florence.
Italian shopping in Florence
Shopping is always an unforgettable experience in Florence. Elegant designer stores on and around Via de’ Tornabuoni: Ferragamo, Gucci, Armani, Prada, Vuitton, Valentino, Trussardi, Cartier, and many more. Explore medieval streets famous for small workshops and family-run businesses.
Outdoor market
If interested, visit the large outdoor market of San Lorenzo (open mornings only) and its numerous stalls selling souvenirs, leather coats, bags and wallets, clothing and costume jewelry.
Your private tour of Florence ends back at your accommodation.
Private tour — everything you need to know
Included:
- Private service: your party will be the only one in the vehicle
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure
- Pick up and drop off directly at your accommodation in Florence
- Knowledgeable English-speaking driver to lead you through the experience
- Transport with fully equipped Mercedes vehicle, free Wi-Fi and fresh bottled water
- Free time to explore Florence at your own pace
- All taxes, tolls and gasoline
- No hidden costs
Not included:
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Local Guide in Florence
- Meals
Optional:
- Gratuities
- Local guide for 3 hours in Florence, Euro 300.00 per party (extra hours, if needed Euro 100.00 per hour)
- Accademia Museum (Michelangelo’s David), skip the line, timed entrance fees, Euro 34.00 per person – if still available for the date
- Uffizi Gallery, skip the line, timed entrance fees, Euro 39.00 per person
- Extra hours with driver, Euro 90.00 per hour, per party, (according to our last minute availability)
Prices below are per party (not per person), vary depending on group size and are valid for pick up/drop off in Florence.
- Euro 250.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 300.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 350.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 400.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 450.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 500.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 550.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 600.00 – party of 8 people
For different pick up/drop off locations, larger parties (9 or more people) or customized itineraries, please Contact us for alternative options for an estimate.
Tour type: private, your party will be the only one in the vehicle
Language: the driver is English-speaking
Vehicle: Mercedes sedan or van, depending on your party size
Activity level: easy
Accessibility: the experience can accommodate people with reduced mobility and foldable wheelchair/scooters users, if advised at the time of booking
Friendly cancellation policy: full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours prior to the departure time
Please note: if your accommodation is in the center of Florence you can cover the itinerary on your own by walk.
The advantage of hiring a private driver is that you’ll see sites like Michelangelo Square (not easy to reach by walk), reduce the walking distances and maximize your time as your driver can bring you directly to the sites of interest.
Book With Confidence & Travel Safe: this tour is covered by our special Book with confidence and travel safe policy
Departure/Return point: your accommodation in Florence
Departure time: Suggested 9:00am but you can customize it to suit your travel needs
Service duration: The price includes up to 4 hours (i.e. 9:00am pick up – 1:00pm drop off). If you’d like to extend your day you can check availability directly with your driver.
Meeting instructions:
Hotel: your driver will look for you in the lobby of your hotel.
Private apartment: meet your driver close to the main door, in the street.
Any different meeting instructions will be notified on your confirmation voucher.
- 9:00am – Departure from your accommodation in Florence
- 9:30am to 10:00am – Stop at Piazzale Michelangelo
- 10:15am to 11:00am – Stop at Santa Croce Square
- 11:15am to 12:45pm – Stop at Repubblica Square (Piazza del Duomo, Florence’s cathedral, Giotto’s bell tower, the baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and more)
- 1:00pm – Drop off at your accommodation in Florence
Please note: the above schedule is to give an idea about distances, driving and sightseeing time. It may vary depending on your accommodation, traffic, your interests, etc.
Your driver will show you all the options to customize your experience and focus on the attractions you are interested in.
If you have special requests like entering a museum, let us know at the time of booking: we will create the perfect itinerary for you!


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