easy
7 hours
Suitable for most, no special fitness required
Discover Florentine art and history with a private guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery. Skip the lines and gain in-depth insights into Renaissance masterpieces on this immersive 7-hour experience in Florence's cultural heart.
All ages • 7 hrs • 8 max people • Leonardo, Raffaello, Michelangelo & in-depth Florence visit
Embark on a captivating 7-hour private tour of Florence's Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Giotto, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Led by a licensed art guide, explore Renaissance treasures and gain deep insights into Italy's artistic legacy. Enjoy skip-the-line access and a personalized experience that will enrich your appreciation of art.
Duration: 7 hours
Private Tour
Art lovers cannot visit Italy without passing by Florence where the Uffizi Gallery gathers the masterpieces of renowned Italian artists such as Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Michelangelo, Titian, and Caravaggio. Private tours can be organized to this oldest and finest art museum in the world which construction was initiated by multi talented architect and painter Giorgio Vasari.
Your specialized and licensed art guide will introduce you the this amazing museum with a dedicated visit or as part of walking tour and Uffizi visit. Get an in-depth understanding of art collection with a special focus on 15th and 16th century Renaissance paintings and masters.
Meeting at your hotel or an established location. Walk to the museum and historical presentation: the birth of the collection, the art patrons and the legacy of great artists in Florence.
Entry and explanation of the museum interior spaces and tour guidance lines followed by visiting spaces dedicated to 13th and 14th century paintings with focus on Giotto’s school, early 15th century art by masters like Masolino, Masaccio and Paolo Uccello. Follow with second half of the 15th century with an extended stop at Sandro Botticelli room (Birth of Venus and The Spring in-depth), Filippo and Filippino Lippi, Verrocchio and others. Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings, the legacy of the Florentine Genius followed by the Map room and the Tribune.
Break at the central corridor and view on the Arno river and Ponte Vecchio.
Close encounter with Michelangelo’s Tondo Doni (his only complete painting on wood ), Raffaello and the beginning of Mannerism and Andrea del Sarto room. Final part of visit will be dedicated to Titian, Rubens, Caravaggio and artists up to the 18th century.
For 4 hours visit with walking tour, walk through the historical center area, mainly Piazza della Signoria area and the Ponte Vecchio.
For a perfect art experience, combine the Uffizi Tour with a guided visit to the Accademia Gallery.
Meeting at your hotel or an established location, tour introduction and beginning of visits to:
Tips
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Meeting at your hotel or an established location.
Secure your spot early to avoid long lines and ensure a personalized experience.
The tour involves walking through historic streets and the gallery, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Capture the artworks and jot down insights provided by your guide for later reflection.
Meeting points are usually central; arriving early helps you settle in comfortably before the tour begins.
The Uffizi Gallery was originally designed as offices (uffizi) for Florentine magistrates before becoming a museum in the 16th century.
Touring Florence adheres to sustainable practices by promoting respectful visitation and supporting local artisans.
Essential for walking through historic streets and museum galleries comfortably.
Useful for capturing insights and artwork details during the tour.
Stay hydrated while touring, especially in warmer months.
summer specific
Dress in layers to stay comfortable during cooler weather.
winter specific