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Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo

3809 reviews

3 hours

Max 18

Why take this tour?

Highlights

Enjoy special skip-the-line access to Brunelleschi's masterpiece, the Florence Duomo, and stop by the Baptistery for a peek at Ghiberti’s golden "Gates of Paradise."
Skip the line into the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David with an expert local guide.
Tour the streets of Florence and hear the stories hidden around every corner.
Uncover the fascinating history behind the Medicis, Florence's original crime family.
Explore in a small group of 18 people or fewer for a relaxed experience and easier access to your guide.

Sites Visited
Accademia Gallery (Michelangelo's David)
Florence Duomo (inside)
Baptistery Doors (Gates of Paradise)
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria
Palazzo Vecchio (exterior)
Orsanmichele Church (exterior)
Piazza Repubblica

Tour Includes
Skip-the-Line ticket to Accademia Gallery
Skip-the-Line ticket to the Florence Duomo
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour

Check all of Florence's top sights off your list on a carefully curated walking tour.

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4.7 /5

2624 reviews

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Latest reviews

Excellent

Stefano was extremely knowledgeable and kind. He welcomed our questions and turned our tour into a wonderful conversation about art and history. He also gave us enough time to absorb information and appreciate the art, never rushing us.

Tripadvisor customer · Nina · May 10, 2026

Excellent

Excellent day! Meeting spot was easy at the train station and very organized. Davide, the tour leader, was funny and extremely knowledgeable! The Sienna tour guide, Marta, was excellent as well - great details and so much insight! The lunch was delicious at the winery. It was a very long day with a lot of walking - departed at 8am and returned at 20:30 - that should be emphasized a bit more in the details. But great value overall - really did see all of Tuscany in a day!

Tripadvisor customer · Jean · May 10, 2026

Excellent

Fantastic tour experience and well worth it. Gabriel was extremely knowledgeable, courteous, and shared the perfect amount of information to accompany the spectacular visit. Excellent and well worth the money.

Tripadvisor customer · Companion43133485490 · May 10, 2026

Excellent

A great way to see the best of Florence and learned so much. Angelo was fantastic. He was funny, knowledgeable and gave great recommendations

Tripadvisor customer · Elizabeth · May 10, 2026

Excellent

Great tour with a very knowledgeable and interesting guide. Also when I looked outside and saw the lines, I was grateful that I was not waiting with them.

Tripadvisor customer · Marilyn · May 10, 2026

FAQs

Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?

Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next available date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.

Do I need to bring my ID with me on this tour?

Yes! This is especially important if you have purchased a student ticket because the museums will check when we arrive.

What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?

Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.

Does the Florence Duomo have a dress code?

Yes. The Florence Duomo is a holy place and as such, you are expected to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when you enter. It is also prohibited to enter the Cathedral and climb to the Terraces and Cupola wearing flip-flops, slippers, clogs and shoes with heels.

Will visiting during Easter or Christmas impact my tour?

During the Christmas and Easter periods, due to increased visitor traffic, the Duomo skip-the-line option is not guaranteed. As a result, you may encounter a wait before entering the Duomo.

Can I bring my bag into Florence Duomo?

Larger backpacks are not allowed inside Florence Duomo. Please make sure to only bring small handbags on this tour.

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