Discover Florence’s renowned art treasures with a guided tour of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Skip the lines and enjoy an enriching experience inside Italy’s premier museums.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Casual walking, no specialized fitness required
Wildlife
History
The Uffizi was designed by Giorgio Vasari in 1560 to house the Florentine administrative offices before becoming a gallery.
Conservation
The museums follow strict environmental controls to preserve the artworks, promoting sustainable cultural practices.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours
Discover Florence’s renowned art treasures with a guided tour of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries. Skip the lines and enjoy an enriching experience inside Italy’s premier museums.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours is a Florence-based tour operator specializing in private and small-group experiences across Tuscany and nearby regions. Founded to connect visitors with the cultural, culinary and scenic highlights of central Italy, the company offers a wide range of day trips, shore excursions and immersive activities.
Operating from Florence, Tuscany, the catalogue includes private VIP shore excursions from Livorno, La Spezia and Piombino to destinations such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Options span guided walking tours with reserved entries (Uffizi, Accademia), winery visits with tastings and meals, truffle hunting with trained dogs, cooking classes, Vespa tours and curated visits to Bolgheri for Supertuscan wine tastings.
Services include private vehicles and professional drivers for full-day transfers, small shared tours for groups up to eight people, and tailored itineraries for families or wine enthusiasts. Specific shore excursions list included stops, tasting experiences and local activities, while other experiences emphasize cultural sites such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and Carrara marble quarries.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours works with licensed local guides and established wineries, restaurants and activity providers to deliver organized itineraries and reserved accesses. The business emphasizes clear pickup arrangements from ports (Livorno, Piombino, La Spezia) and from central Florence, offering a practical way to turn limited time into a full Tuscan experience.
Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in historic Florence
Group Size
Up to 8 (shared)
Small-group tour options available
Shore Excursions
Livorno & La Spezia
Private shore pickups offered
Featured Tours
Pisa, Chianti, 5 Terre
Iconic Tuscany destinations covered
Reserve a shore excursion or Florence tour today: private vehicles, experienced guides, and curated wine and cultural itineraries ready for booking.
Book in advance
Secure your spot early as this popular tour can sell out quickly.
Wear comfortable shoes
You'll be walking and standing for several hours, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Bring water and a notebook
Stay hydrated and jot down notes or favorite artworks during the tour.
Arrive early
Arriving 15 minutes before your scheduled start helps avoid last-minute rushes.
Comfortable footwear
Suitable shoes for walking and standing for extended periods.
Notebook and pen
Ideal for jotting down insights or favorite artworks.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour.
Small backpack
Carry essentials and personal items comfortably.