Kendra M.
We really enjoyed our tour with Laura! She made the amazing sites we visited and the art we saw come alive. Very knowledgeable and a great sense of humor!
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Private tour in Florence Laura G
Florence Hidden Gems - Half Day
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(20) reviews
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3 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Laura G.
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I'm a licensed tour guide for Florence and Lucca. I was born in Connecticut, USA, but since 1998, I have been living in Florence, with my husband - a native Florentine. I have a BA degree in Art History and Fine Arts from Bennington College and I studied Restoration in Florence at the Istituto di Arte e Restauro Palazzo Spinelli from 1987 to 1989. My tours are all private - not shared- so I can modify an existing itinerary or make a Custom Tour specifically for you. Tell me about your interests and we can go from there. Over the years I've acquired a vast knowledge of Florence and Lucca's history, art and folklore, as well as a real inside view of Italian life today! Along with local history and art, there are so many wonderful and curious stories to tell that bring the past to life and explain the present. You'll come away with a wonderful experience having learned a lot in a fun and memorable way. Along with my passion for art and history, I also love gardens and gardening. Both Florence and Lucca have extraordinary gardens that will amaze any garden or nature enthusiast. Italy is also food and wine! Wine and olive oil tastings are quite the rage and there are no shortages of places where you can stop in and discover the flavors and aromas of Italy - and of course a cup of espresso or cappuccino! I look forward to hear from you soon and sharing my love for Florence and Lucca with you on a great tour! All the Best! Licensed Tour Guide for Florence and Lucca and their provinces. Diploma in Restoration Studies Istituto per L'Arte e il Restauro, Palazzo Spinelli, Florence, Italy (Accredited by the Region of Tuscany) Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Fine Arts and Art History. (Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont, USA) I am not a driver/NCC.
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Davanzati, Orsanmichele Church, Bargello
Overview of your Florence tour
We will discover a part of Florence's history and art in a special way: visiting a medieval home, a grain market-church and a museum, dedicated to sculpture, in Florence's oldest public building. Walking from place to place, we will see some of the city center like the Porcellino market, Signoria Square, medieval streets, Dante's house. Palazzo Davanzati, a medieval tower house, was a family home until the late 1800's. and is the only one to survive intact upto today. Orsanmichele Church, once the city's grain market, became the guilds' church thanks to a miraculous painting. Unique to Florence, it blends the city's commercial, administrative, artistic and religious character together. The medieval Bargello building, the oldest public building in town, houses Florence's most important collection of Renaissance sculptures as well as a variety of amazing decorative arts: ivory, ceramics, bronzes, etc.
Recent Reviews
Frank R.United States
Amazing tour of Florence by Laura! She was so informative and knowledgeable—and you could really tell she loves what she does! Highly recommend for those visiting Italy. Laura was an amazing communicator leading up to our tour and answered all our questions before and during the tour. She took us to all the spots discussed and even a few hidden gems!
Sue D.United States
Laura was great. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. We learned so much on our tour. She was very patient and answered all our questions. I highly recommend her
Paige L.United States
Laura helped us coordinate and plan two morning tours with specific sites and churches we wanted to visit. Our tours were a highlight during our trip! Laura's art history knowledge helped bring specific and interesting details with every place we visited, as well as spots along the way. Laura is easy to work with, friendly and allowed us to take in each location without feeling rushed. We highly recommend Laura for any of your Florence touring needs!!
Alexis K.United States
Laura is delightful and such a wonderful guide with a tremendous knowledge of the history, art and culture of Italy and specifically Florence. My tour was customized for our family who already visited Florence once before and we wanted to avoid the crazy crowds of Easter weekend. Laura gave us an extraordinary walking tour of the old part of the city including the Medici Chapel. She was great with our 11 year old as well- I could not more highly recommend her.
Dana C.United States
Laura was great! Very helpful in Helping us plan our tour in Florence based on our interests. Laura was Very informative, interesting and kind person. Would highly recommend!!
Your Florence tour itinerary
- Meeting in the Republica Square -The Davanzati Tower House Museum - Orsanmichele church and museum - walk through the medieval streets -The Bargello Sculpture museum
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking tour.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Tickets to museums are not included.
A combination ticket should be prepurchased online. I will provide information on that.
Tickets: Tickets to museums are not included.A combination ticket should be prepurchased online. I will provide information on that.
Meeting location
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
ByGuide: We can meet in the Repubblica Square ( in front of the Apple store) or at your hotel if it is a good location to start the tour.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
City Highlights
Museums
Tour reference number
33074
Languages
Italian
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Florence is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's hidden gems and delve into its rich history and art. It's especially suitable for those interested in medieval architecture, sculpture, and the unique blend of Florence's commercial, administrative, artistic, and religious heritage. Families with children will find it kid-friendly, and it's ideal for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Laura G. for deeper insights.
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3 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Tour date
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3 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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