Illuminate the history of the Renaissance period with an informative walking tour of Florence, a World Heritage Site. View Michelangelo's celebrated statue David, the sensational Brunelleschi's Duomo, the beguiling Piazza Signoria, and the historic Ponte Vecchio, plus so much more.
Snake along Florence's alleys, paved with ancient stones, and pass the Palazzo Strozzi, the Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Signoria, Brunelleschi's Dome, and Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. As you stroll, discuss the lives of the artists, the ideas of the Renaissance era, and learn how this epic period affected the history of Florence.
Continue to the Accademia Gallery where you will admire Michelangelo's original marble statue, David. After discussing the statue, view Slaves, a series of sculptures by Michelangelo. The tour finishes in the Accademia Gallery, allowing you to wander amongst the other important works of art.
Inclusions :

• Guided walk of Renaissance Florence
• Skip-the-line entry ticket to the Accademia Gallery
• Headsets to better hear your guide (from 8 participants onwards)
• Commentary in English only
• Local expert guide

Available:

April 4-May 1 and July 20-September 1, 2009: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

May 2-July 19 and September 2-October 18, 2009: Tuesday-Sunday

October 20, 2009-January 2, 2010: Tuesday and Saturday

February 9-March 31, 2010: Tuesday and Saturday

Apri1-October 31, 2010: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

May 1-July 18 and September 5-October 17, 2010: Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday-Sunday

November 1-January 2011: Tuesday and Saturday

March 1-31, 2011: Tuesday and Saturday
Duration:
3 hours
Departure time and location:
10 AM; Piazza Strozzi, in front of Strozzi Palace
Return time and location:
12:30 PM; in the Accademia Gallery
Note:
This tour operates with a minimum of 5 and maximum of 12 participants. Please ensure you wear comfortable footwear. Children under the age of 6 participate for free. Commentary available in English only.