Florence Day Tour from Parma with Bologna Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Requires basic mobility to walk and stand for multiple hours, including museum touring and city walking.
Overview
From Parma to Florence in a day: experience Renaissance masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery with priority entry and an expert guide, then enjoy free time wandering Florence before heading back.
Florence Day Tour with visit at the Uffizi Galley
12h | Discover the hotspots of Florence and visit the Uffizi Gallery
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 12-hour journey from Bologna to Florence, the heart of the Renaissance. Enjoy priority access to the Uffizi Gallery, guided by an expert who will unveil masterpieces like Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and Da Vinci's "Annunciation." After the tour, explore Florence at your leisure before returning.
Experience one of the most beautiful cities in Italy starting from Bologna! Discover the main monuments in Florence!
Duration
12 hours
Description
Spend a fantastic day in Florence departing from Bologna. After your brief train journey from Bologna, you will arrive at Florence, one of the most sought-after destinations in the world for its timeless charm. Florence, the city of the Medici, is the cradle of the Renaissance and home to some of the world's most important artistic masterpieces in its famous museums and art galleries.
Meet the guide to start your small group guided tour at the Uffizzi gallery with priority access. What you will have is a unique experience to discover the oldest museum in the world: immerse yourself in the artistic heritage of our city through the large and bright rooms of the Uffizi Gallery.
Our expert guide will lead you on a historical-cultural journey that will include some of the priceless masterpieces that the whole world envies us, such as the Birth of Venus by Botticelli, The Annunciation by Leonardo Da Vinci and the Tondo Doni by Michelangelo. At the end of the guided tour you can stay in the Gallery until closing time. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure before catching the train back to Bologna.
Inclusions
- High speed train ticket R/T Bologna - Florence*
- Certified tour guide
- Small group tour
- Uffizi Gallery skip the line ticket
- Earphones for bigger groups
*Train tickets will be sent the day before the tour.
Not included
- Tips
Adventure Tips
Book early to secure priority access
This tour grants skip-the-line entry to the Uffizi Gallery, so reserving in advance is essential to guarantee your spot and avoid long waits.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Florence’s cobblestone streets and the gallery itself require walking on uneven surfaces—sturdy, comfortable shoes are a must.
Pack a light day bag
Carry essentials like water, a hat, and a light jacket, especially as weather can vary throughout the day in Tuscany.
Bring your camera for free time
Post-tour wandering is a perfect opportunity to capture Florence’s iconic architecture and street scenes—just be mindful of no-photo zones inside the Uffizi.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban pigeons common in piazzas
- Sparrows and swifts nesting in old Florence buildings
History
The Uffizi Gallery dates back to 1581 and was originally designed as offices for Florentine magistrates, later transformed into one of the first modern museums.
Conservation
Florence’s cultural institutions participate in ongoing preservation efforts to protect Renaissance masterpieces from environmental damage and heavy tourism impact.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for navigating cobblestones and urban terrain throughout the day.
Light rain jacket
Useful for spring showers during outdoor portions of the trip.
spring specific
Small day backpack
To carry water, map, camera, and personal items comfortably.
Sunglasses and hat
Protection from the strong Tuscan sun during daytime city walking.
summer specific