Play Florence like a local: solve location-based riddles that lead you to Orsanmichele, Fontana del Porcellino and Casa di Dante. This self-guided, app-driven scavenger hunt blends sightseeing with playful challenges across the city center.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the busy street into a pattern of cobbles and narrow lanes, phone in hand and a code that unlocks a game through Florence’s heart. The route threads between stone churches, open markets and carved fountains; each riddle points you toward a new façade, a hidden plaque, or a fresco tucked behind an unassuming doorway.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to walk on uneven surfaces and stand intermittently for up to two hours.
Wildlife
History
Florence’s center evolved from a Roman forum into a medieval trade hub and then the cradle of the Renaissance, reflected in guild churches like Orsanmichele and domestic sites such as Casa di Dante.
Conservation
Walking tours support low-impact tourism; stick to marked streets, avoid climbing historic fabric and bring reusable bottles to reduce waste in historic districts.
Reserve your spot on the Florence, City centre, Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear grippy shoes
Cobblestones and short stair sections are constant—sturdy, comfortable shoes will prevent slips and sore feet.
Charge and bring a power bank
The tour runs through an app and map functions; a full battery or portable charger keeps you online for hints and photos.
Time it to avoid crowds
Start early morning or mid-afternoon to beat peak tourist traffic near the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio.
Watch your belongings
Busy squares attract pickpockets—use a secure bag and keep phones and wallets close while solving clues.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides stability on cobbles and reduces fatigue during 1–2 hours of walking.
Portable power bank
Keeps your phone and the app running throughout the tour.
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated makes the city exploration more enjoyable during warm months.
summer
Light rain jacket
Lightweight protection for sudden showers common in spring and autumn.
spring