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.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Requires basic mobility to walk and stand for multiple hours, including museum touring and city walking.
Wildlife
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.
Bologna Tour
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.
Bologna Tour is a guided experiences provider based in Arezzo, Toscana, offering a wide selection of private and group tours across northern and central Italy. The company lists walking tours, boat tours, culinary tastings, museum and gallery visits, and full-day excursions that connect major cultural centers and smaller towns.
Tour options include guided city walks in Bologna, Milan, Venice, Florence, Verona, Mantua, Vicenza, Parma and Siena; boat experiences on Lake Garda, Lake Como, the Venetian islands and Capri; motor and speedboat trips in Sirmione; and specialized itineraries to Ferrari and Lamborghini museums in Modena and Maranello. Bologna Tour’s catalog features food-focused experiences such as Taste Bologna food walks, Parmigiano and balsamic vinegar tastings, cooking classes, wine experiences in Chianti and Val d'Orcia, and regional farm visits.
Cultural offerings include guided access to UNESCO sites, the Uffizi and Accademia small group visits, and archaeological excursions such as Pompeii and Matera. Transfers, private day trips from Bologna and port excursions are also provided. Bookings reference certified guides for certain city tours and include both private and small-group formats.
Descriptions highlight meeting points, typical durations, and combined activities like aperitivo in Milan or boat-and-walking combinations in Sirmione. Travelers can choose experiences by city, theme or duration, matching urban exploration, food and wine, or automotive heritage visits throughout Italy. Listings include detailed summaries, meeting points, durations, and booking options for each trip, and many tours operate as private or small-group experiences across cities such as Bologna, Milan, Venice and Florence with flexible start times.
Base Location
Arezzo, Toscana
Tuscan headquarters
Private & Group
Private & Group Tours
Options for couples to groups
Destinations Covered
Italy-wide
From Milan to Sicily
Tour Types
Walking, Boat, Wine
Cultural, food & day trips
Find private or group experiences from Arezzo, Toscana to Milan, Venice and beyond — check availability and book clear itineraries online.
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.
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
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