Private tour in Florence Emma M

Private Half Day Tour of the Jewish Heritage in Florence (Aussi en Français)

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Emma M.

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Dear Traveller, Since when I was a teenager my true passion has been travelling abroad. As a child I used to live in Paris and therefore I've absorbed with no effort French language and culture, but I'm a native Florentine. That's the reason why I like so much people who invest time and economic resources in travelling to expand their mental horizons and meeting people from other part of the world. While completing my academic background I've spent one year in London and since then I never stopped travelling as tour menager in Egypt, Libia, Tunisia, Jordan, France, Etiopia, Turkey, Greece and United States. In 1992 I won the public contests to be Licensed Guide in Florence / Siena and I fell in love with my job, because being a guide is being myself: a lifetime studying and discovering. My guests say my special gift is to be able in sharing my passion for Art, Economic History and hidden Beauties of Siena and Florence, maximising their time during their stay. Let me introduce you to Florence and Siena unique harmony and flavour: their museums, Medici's residences, churches, home made ice creams and artisanal workshops, still able in creating true masterpieces. The tours I'm listing here are just samples, the ones that I think are eligible but, Since everyone of us is different, It will be my pleasure to fully customised the tour to your pace, interest and expectations, for a true VIP service. For Uffizi and Accademia museums I can book fast track tickets without handling fees as you will be able to pay those extras directly on the spot. *On request I can hire a private driver/luxury and air-conditioned van, the easiest way to travel from Florence to Siena and to discover their hidden beauties. *For Cruise visitors I can arrange "VIP treatment" shore excursions including a luxury air conditioned car or minivan with a professional driver (with pick up and drop off at your ship). I wish you a wonderful time in Florence and Siena, Emma Graduated from Florence University with a degree in Philosophy with a Master in Art History at the Warburg Institute in London. I have been working as a professional guide in Florence and Siena since 1992. I was a guide in the Synagogue Museum of Florence in 1990-93 Master in museum education from Roma University in 2002, Art History Docent at New Etruria College Association of Florence since 2003 Lecturer on Medieval and Renaissance Art History for the Alumni College Abroad, since 2002 I've taken a second University degree in Art History specializing in Fashion in Renaissance portraits. I’ am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle, Cruise shuttle, or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Florence tour

The tour begins at the Moorish-style Synagogue. The interior is inspiring, with wood and bronze carvings, marble floors, mosaics and long stained glass windows. The Nazis used the Temple as a garage during WWII. Annexed to the Synagogue there is a small but meticulously arranged Jewish museum with its ritual objects dating back to the 17th Century, silver ornaments, embroideries and ancient Ketubot. The next stop is to visit to the Academy of Fine Arts where Michelangelo's David and many other masterpieces are displayed. After the Accademia we'll visit the religious center: the Duomo and the Baptistery with its famous ten gold- plated panels representing the Old Testament. The Benedictine monk, Ambrogio Traversari provided assistance together with a Jewish philosopher in planning the iconography . We'll round the tour in the section marking the former Ghetto where Piazza Repubblica is located today. ** Doesn't operate on Sat. *On Mon. The Academy is closed and will be substituted by another Nat. Museum

Your Florence tour itinerary

During the Rainaissance Florence was a famous center for Talmudic studies and has had a continuous Jewish presence since the Roman times. Our tour will start with the Jewish Museum and the Sinagogue, to move to the Academy to meet Michelangelo's interpretation of young David. Then we'll proceed to the Duomo sq. to see the stunning Paradise Gates and its biblical panels. Then we'll finish the tour on the site of the former Ghetto. * Please note admissions are not included in the cost of the tour

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking tour

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. *Admission and reservation fees *Audio-system when needed cost:1,5 euros per person
Tickets: For the Accademia only you need to get your tickets at the time you like at the official website www.b-ticket.com
Meeting location

Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Monumental Sinagogue of Florence via Farini - Florence [opening time: 10.00 am - closing time : 4.00 pm *closed on Sat. and Fri. pm]

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Tour categories
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
604988
Languages
English
French
Italian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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This private tour in Florence is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the Jewish heritage and history of the city. It's also ideal for those who want to connect with a local guide, Emma M., for deeper insights into Florence's cultural and historical landscape. The tour is suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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