First Thing to Do in Florence: Free Tour

Join this fun and essential Florence tour! Discover top sights, local tips, and hidden gems without the history overload. Learn how to explore the Uffizi quickly and uncover the secrets of Michelangelo’s David. Don't miss it!

Things to do First Thing to Do in Florence: Free Tour

This free walking tour is the essential introduction to Florence. It’s designed for curious and nerdy travelers who want to understand how this small medieval republic gave birth to the Renaissance. We explore Florence’s most important landmarks at a relaxed pace. Each stop dives into a key idea: the difference between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, the engineering behind Brunelleschi’s Dome, the structure of the Florentine Republic, and the rise of the Medici family. By the end, you’ll understand why Michelangelo’s David became the symbol of a new era, how to visit the Uffizi Gallery intelligently, and what made Florence the most influential city of the Renaissance.

Included

Palazzo Vecchio
Replica of statue of David
Piazza della Repubblica
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Uffizi Gallery
The Baptistery of St. John
Via calzaiuoli
Piazza della Signoria
Perseus with the head of Medusa
Duomo Complex
Fountain of Neptune
Ponte Vecchio
Why the statue of David is famous
What is the Renaissance
How to visit the Uffizi
Where to eat
How to save money on drinks
How to organise your stay in Florence
How to read and understand art
Best museums in Florence
Structure of the government
The Cathedral
The Dome's engineering
Gelato/hot chocolate stop

Meeting point

Piazza Strozzi next to the Colle Bereto Restaurant

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