Top Tuscany Historical Tours

When planning a port of call at Livorno, spent the day discovering the treasures of the Renaissance with a private shore excursion to Florence — the cradle of Italian artistic genius. Explore the medieval city center on a guided walking tour, learning the stories behind landmarks like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Then skip the line at the Accademia Gallery to feast your eyes on one of the world’s most iconic masterpieces: Michelangelo’s ‘David.’

Don’t worry about planning your own shore excursion: this small-group tour makes it easy to see the highlights of Florence and Pisa, all in one day. Upon disembarkation at the Livorno port, meet your guide and climb aboard your air-conditioned minivan. Admire the Tuscan scenery en route to Florence, where you’ll see the Duomo, visit the Ponte Vecchio, enjoy wine and salami at a local market, and more. Then, continue to Pisa to discover its famous Leaning Tower and other major attractions.

Enjoy a quiet walk through the historic centre of Lucca accompanied by an expert guide: the best way to visit this lovely city hidden behind imposing walls. Discover its narrow cobbled streets and lively squares and take a stroll along the Renaissance walls, enjoying the splendid view that spreads out over a landscape of rooftops, alleys, towers and beautiful churches.

A guided tour for all lovers of nature, art and ancient legends! Let yourself be carried away to discover a mystical and unique place in the world, visit the mysterious Abbey of San Galgano and discover the legend of the Templar who, as a sign of renouncing war, cried his sword in the rock.

On this insider’s introduction to San Gimignano, you’ll explore the Tuscan hilltop town on foot, discovering medieval-era landmarks. Highlights include panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the Torre Grossa, Renaissance-era frescos in the Church of St. Augustine, and a peek at the town’s original walls. You’ll also have the chance to partake in a local wine tasting.

This popular option is a great way to see Florence without paying the high prices and explore at your own pace without being guided around in a large group. The skip the line tickets are loved as most people want to visit and hate the queues. As well as port pick up and drop off to match your cruise line porting times at Livorno the hop on hop off bus tickets allow you to see what you want in Florence as you want it. The coach to and from Livorno has Wi-Fi included. Tickets on this sell fast so book early to guarantee this low price.

Most visitors come to the Accademia Gallery to view Michelangelo’s iconic statue “David,” but there’s plenty more to see here. Several other Michelangelo statues are on display, allowing visitors to see how his technique progressed over the years. You’ll also find 15th and 16th-century paintings, a musical instrument museum, and many works of priceless art.

Discover the secrets behind the art! Visit the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most famous museums in the world. Our knowledgeable guide will introduce the works of the greatest artists from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance: Cimabue, Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and more. You may also personalize your museum experience by remaining there until closing time. • Entrance to the Uffizi Gallery Museum • Visit with certified guide • Skip the line • 2 hours of guided tour

Visit two of Italy’s most iconic and important art galleries for one price. First, tour the famed Uffizi Gallery. Appreciate works by Raphael, da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other renowned artists. Then transfer to the Accademia Gallery to view the statue “David” and other priceless works. Enjoy VIP skip-the-line access to maximize your time at both museums.

Explore Florence on a 2-hour evening walking tour that takes you into the heart of the city. See the Duomo from the outside, the Museo Casa di Dante, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio among other top attractions. Your guide shares commentary about the history and architecture of the city along with recommendations for places to visit on your own.

Learn the story of the powerful and influential Medici family, who helped shape Florence into the city it is today. A family of wool merchants and bankers, the Medicis rose to prominence in the 1500s and ruled Florence throughout the Renaissance. Visit Palazzo Medici, Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and other notable landmarks on a 2-hour walking tour.

Come discover Florence by bike! The Bike Tour of Florence is available every day, starts at 10 AM, 3 PM and 6 pm and it takes two hours. The meeting point is Via Cavour 21/Red. In 2 hours you will visit all the major tourist attractions, under the experienced guidance of our entertaining and fun, professional history guide. You will ride through the narrow streets of the main center, the Oltrarno, and you will reach some of the most amazing and secluded monuments of Florence. Throughout the tour, you will stop at several locations for historical explanations and to learn fun facts about the city. You will even be shown the best places to find gelato, bistecca Fiorentina, and truffles. Relax and enjoy the tour as your guide helps you discover the best of Florence in a fun and efficient way... perfect as an introduction as well as for veterans. Either way, you will surely agree that cycling is the best way to see the “cradle of Renaissance”.

Explore Florence together with a local guide and discover the history, art and unknown stories! Take a slow stroll through the old Center of the city where you can see beautiful historical buildings, palaces, museums, churches and gardens. We will guide you to admire the Baptistery, the Duomo-Cathedral, Dante's home, Bargello Palace and Piazza della Signoria. You will also enjoy the sight of Palazzo Vecchio, a remarkable example of civil architecture. Here you will discover an open air museum with various masterpieces including the copy of Michelangelo's David, right in front of Palazzo Vecchio. Then we will pass through the wings of the Uffizi Gallery. Following the Arno River, we will walk towards Ponte Vecchio and its gold jewelry shops and we will see part of the other side of the river.

Discover Florence by bike, stopping at landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and Piazza della Repubblica. Pedal down narrow lanes of the Oltrarno, an artisan neighborhood off the beaten path. This 2-hour tour, with a historian as your guide, offers three options to suit your personal schedule: morning, afternoon, or late evening. Benefit from the small-group atmosphere limited to 15 bicyclists.

A great tour for those who want to quickly discover the city or who simply want to have fun on the Segway, this tour takes you past several of Florence’s most notable landmarks including Duomo Square, San Lorenzo Church, Dante’s House Museum, and Uffizi Gallery. Scoot about town as your tour leader explains the sights along the way.

Have more time to view the art exhibits in the Accademia Gallery with a private tour that includes hotel pickup and skip-the-line admission to one of Florence’s most popular attractions. Your guide whisks your group inside the gallery to see Michelangelo’s famous ‘David’ sculpture and other masterpieces by Italian artists. Stay on your own after the 2-hour tour to browse the museum at your leisure.

Visit the Uffizi Gallery on a 2-hour tour that includes a priority entrance ticket which allows you to skip the long lines. Your art historian guide takes you through the extensive galleries and focuses on famous artworks by masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. You’ll also be transferred from your hotel to the museum for your convenience.

See the most important landmarks of Florence in one day on a small-group tour that allows you to cover more ground in a short time. Visit the Accademia Gallery where Michelangelo’s David statue is displayed, and view the Duomo from the outside. Have time for lunch (own expense) then visit the Piazza della Signoria and Uffizi Gallery in the afternoon. Benefit from skip-the-line admission to the attractions and live commentary shared by your guide.

A great introduction to the city, this walking tour hits several of Florence’s historic highlights. Visit Church of Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo, the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio—a pedestrian bridge built in 1345 that is still in use today—and more. Then tour Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s masterpiece “David,” where you’ll enjoy skip-the-line access to the galleries.

Explore Florence by night with a local guide on a 2-hour walking tour through the city. Visit notable landmarks including Florence Cathedral, the Baptistery of Saint John, Giotto's Bell Tower, Porcellino Market, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and much more. Learn about the history of this cultured Tuscan city as you soak up the nighttime energy.

Delight in the flavors of Tuscany on a small-group wine-tasting tour from Florence. Travel with a sommelier guide through the beautiful countryside, stopping at an award-winning winery for a cellar tour and tasting of regional varietals. Stop for lunch at a small farm and winery, where you’ll enjoy a traditional picnic spread of fresh local products along with tastings of wine and olive oil. Finish the day with a stroll through a medieval hilltop town with spectacular views. Group size is limited to 8 for a more personalized experience.

With its compact historic center and scenic path along the top of the defensive walls, Lucca is a delightful spot to explore by bike. With this guided tour, set off on two wheels to take in the highlights of the city, touching on the most picturesque squares, storied churches, and monuments like the Roman amphitheater, towering Guinigi Tower, and picturesque Via del Battistero, famous for its antique shops.

Ride from Pisa to the sea, passing next to the Church of San Piero a Grado, old harbour of the town. Continue the ride along the river until Marina di Pisa, a magnificent coastline and harbor. Follow the cycling path in the cost until Tirrenia were you can taste a good ice-cream (not included in the price). After this restful fresh experience you have enough energy to do the way back to Pisa along the Navicelli channel, where you have the chance to see different birds and flowers.

Discover the highlights of Florence and get up close to Michelangelo’s David on a private 3-hour walking tour. After a visit to the Accademia Gallery, your guide leads you to the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. Free from the hurried pace and impersonal atmosphere of a group excursion, you can pause the tour at any time and ask as many questions as you like.