Private tour in Florence Paola B

Classic Florence Private Tour - Highlights

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Paola B.

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Hi Gente!! I was born and raised in Florence and live in one of the most ancient quarters of the city center with my husband and four children, the last of whom is named Michelangelo after you-know-who, I couldn't resist! Having had a full career with a major airline has given me the opportunity to travel the world, but my native city has remained my first love. I'm a university-trained expert in world history and Italian and European art history and have worked as a licensed guide since 2010. Living in Florence my entire life gives me the advantage of being able to share my city from a unique perspective. I can provide you with ideal, tailor-made walking tour or excursion itineraries whether your interests lie in exploring the most famous sites, museums and churches of Florence and Tuscany, or its fabulous wealth of lesser known treasures. As well as being able to provide simple or in-depth tours of those places most sought-out during first trips to the city, such as the galleries of the Uffizi, Accademia and Pitti Palace or the Cathedral Complex, my specialties include tandem family tours, Jewish Florence, The Florence of Dan Brown's Inferno, Florentine Arts & Crafts, The Medici Villas of the Countryside, and Contemporary Florence, to name just a few, as well as "fanciful" tours, like Timeless Love Stories of Florence, and tours that focus on a specific artist architect or theme. Additionally, I can organise excursions that will allow you to experience Tuscany outside of Florence, including its world famous wines, cheeses, olive oil and vinegar. If you're not sure exactly what you would like to accomplish during your holiday, we can work together to come up the best possible, individualized itineraries for you. Three good reasons for not visiting Florence without me: It's easier: you can pull your nose out of Google Maps or Lonely Planet and devote your full attention to the beautiful things you're traveling to Florence to see. It's smarter: You're coming face-to-face with over 2, 000 years of extraordinary events, unique works of art, famous people, and brilliant ideas-and I have it all in my head for you! It's more practical: see the two points immediately above. Are you on vacation or not?! Diploma in Tourism University level training in Art History University level training in Ancient, Medieval and Modern History Senior Cabin Manager at Alitalia, the national airline of Italy Tourist Guide License of Florence and district First Aid and CPR Certification, including use of Defibrillator I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver. I am licensed to give tours in Italian, French and English. Since August 2021 Green Pass or CDC White Card vaccination certificate is mandatory.

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Overview of your Florence tour

Our stroll will comprise Florence's must-see sites, including the city's religious heart with its amazing Gothic Cathedral and Baptistery and the Piazza della Signoria, the city's political hub, just to name two locations of the many we'll visit. While this tour can be considered very "classic" in that it will introduce you to Florence's most iconic sites and monuments, what won't be "classic" is the perspective from which you'll be approaching the subjects, since you'll be seeing them through the eyes of a true Florentine who knows the story of every single stone of her beloved city and has a passion for sharing the history. Even if you've taken a walking tour of Florence before, I'm sure you'll see it differently with me. And, as Florence's beauty takes on a different aspect by night, this tour is also available in a "by-moonlight" version!

Your Florence tour itinerary

Our 2-hour stroll along a route filled with the fantastic sites and rich history of Florence will begin and end at your doorstep. You can feel free to request short breaks as desired. The itinerary will be planned according to the location of your hotel as our starting and ending point, so does not have a standard/fixed itinerary. If there's something specific you'd like to see that's not listed below, please check with me. (All sites included will be external visits only) ** The itinerary may be subject to change at the sole discretion of the guide. -The Duomo (Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore) -The Baptistery of St. John -Ponte Vecchio -Piazza della Signoria -Palazzo Vecchio -Vasari Corridor -Roman Florence -Uffizi Palace -Santa Maria Novella Basilica -Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour.

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Earbuds
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. If requested, transfer from hotels or other locations outside of the historic center.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Public Transportation
Accommodation
Tastings
Classes Workshop
Services
Equipment: Headsets which are mandatory for 5 people and more
Meeting location

Piazza della Repubblica, Firenze, Toscana, 50123, Italy

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
298394
Languages
English
French
Italian
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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Who is this private tour in Florence best suited for?

This private tour in Florence is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore the city's iconic sites and monuments with a local expert. It's also ideal for those who have visited before but wish to see Florence from a new perspective, guided by Paola B., a true Florentine passionate about sharing the city's history.

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