Florence Walking Tours Uncovering Renaissance History
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the walk is mostly on flat terrain and casual pace
Overview
Discover Florence's hidden stories through a 3-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Perfect for families and history lovers seeking fresh insights beyond the usual sights.
FLORENCE SECRETS
Starting at €180 | 3 Hours | The Secrets Of Florence That You Do Not Expect
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About This Adventure
Discover the hidden gems of Florence on a captivating 3-hour walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, explore intriguing historical anecdotes and enchanting legends from the Renaissance and Medieval eras. Perfect for families, this unique experience brings the city's rich past to life through fascinating stories and forgotten details.
The Secrets Of Florence That You Do Not Expect
Rates
Tour € 180–€ 240
Duration
3 hours
About
Walking through the Florentine center in a narrow area, you can phisically appreciate his job, discovering among the Florence streets small curiosities and important historical references, which have left the sign in the Florentine habits and language and in many cases in the Italian language as well.
This walking tour will give you the chance of getting to know interesting news of important historical relief, but with the lightness of the “novellas”, such as you might have heard from our grandparents about the incontestable historical truths, legends, uses and customs in the Renaissance and Medieval Florence.
You will be accompanied by a Florentine Guide provided with all the necessary licenses and therefore with all the historical knowledge in order to satisfy all your curiosities: instead of a classical walking tour, you will be taken through a very pleasant and calm afternoon, without even having to remember any particular historical difficult detail. A Giambologna carved devil, the same one that Florentine people have been astonished in noticing.
Particularly suitable for children too, who will be fascinated with stories of ghosts and ancient riders, legends, tales of daily life that will bring you back, with mind and heart, in full Renaissance, while you will be reliving in front of the small details, sculptures, paintings now mostly forgotten.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Florence’s cobblestone streets require sturdy, comfortable footwear for a smooth tour experience.
Bring water and sun protection
Carry a water bottle and apply sunscreen, especially in warmer months when tours happen mostly outdoors.
Arrive early to avoid crowds
Starting the tour promptly ensures a quieter experience in popular areas before peak visitor arrival.
Listen carefully to stories
The guide shares lesser-known anecdotes—active listening enhances your appreciation of Florence’s history.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban pigeons
- City-dwelling sparrows
History
Florence was a major hub of Renaissance art and politics, with powerful families like the Medici shaping its legacy.
Conservation
Several Florence conservation groups work to preserve historic buildings and pedestrian access within the old city center.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking on uneven cobblestones and city streets.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walk, especially in warmer months.
summer specific
Sunscreen
Protects skin from strong Mediterranean sun exposure during outdoor segments.
spring;summer specific
Light jacket or scarf
Useful for cooler weather or church visits that require modest dress.
spring;fall;winter specific