Rome from Florence - Full Day Tour

I am a travel consultant who booked this tour for my clients. They RAVED about Anna and her breadth of knowledge.

Our tour with Anna was an intense 3 days (at our request) of visiting as many POIs in Florence as possible: day 1 focused on the structures of the historic center, day 2 on the Medici palaces and gardens in the countryside, and day 3 on the artwork of the Uffizi, Pitti Palace, and Florence’s churches. The experience was genuinely outstanding—far beyond what we expected. We wanted to fit a lot into a few days and intentionally ignored the slow-paced dolce vita advice because we only have so much PTO and wanted to see as much as possible. Anna didn’t just accommodate this plan—she executed it masterfully, securing all necessary passes and tickets and pre-arranging private transportation for our countryside day. Every day was meticulously organized, and she was clearly well prepared on the history and stories she intended to share. When small hiccups popped up, she handled them swiftly without interrupting the tour. Because Anna planned everything so carefully in advance, we experienced things we wouldn’t even have known to request. She secured tickets to notoriously elusive places, including Michelangelo’s Secret Room and the Vasari Corridor, both made even better by her rich background commentary. One of the most memorable moments, however, was surprisingly simple: after an intense hike through the Boboli Gardens, we stopped in a park to try fresh, perfectly ripe oranges. Having Anna as a guide also meant we could explore Florence deeply instead of wandering around with our heads buried in Google Maps like many tourists. She always knew the perfect route, the best vantage points, and exactly where to stand for great photos, allowing us to maximize every minute. Anna was also boldly assertive in making sure we had a great experience. She checked restaurant receipts to ensure we weren’t overcharged—and if we were, she argued the point on our behalf. If museum benches were full of teenagers glued to their phones, she politely but firmly reclaimed some seating. If someone drifted into our photos, she protected the shot. She also treated every ticket and museum pass like an investment. If a pass included multiple sites, Anna engineered a way to fit them in—even the ones we assumed we wouldn’t have time for or didn’t expect to enjoy. More than once, those turned out to be highlights. Anna also shared fascinating insights into restoration and conservation, explaining how Florence’s art and buildings are maintained and studied today. In short: Anna was brilliant, organized, passionate, and fiercely committed to making sure we had an incredible experience. If we return to Italy, we would request her again without hesitation and recommend her to anyone who wants to see Florence while maximizing their time.

Anna has a passion for art and history which really shines in Rome. There is so much to see and take in that it can be overwhelming, but Anna provides the context needed to appreciate the sites. She also was able to secure special tickets for sights we would not have been able to see on our own!

Absolutely amazing!!! Anna really makes you feel like you are in the time period and understands how to explain this experience. She is dedicated to her art and knowledge with everything! Her detail and creativity around is a gift! We have scheduled 4 full tours with Anna and I can tell you she is worth every moment! A very honest and caring guide! Meets all our expectations!!!!

Loved out time with Anna. She was fantastic!

Anna was great. The Rome from Florence - Full Day Tour was our third tour that Anna guided us on. She was incredibly prepared and led us throughout Rome. She prepared for our request to see Rome in a day, which is no easy task. We couldn't believe her level of knowledge of Rome. We efficiently saw the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, had a great lunch, cabbed it to views of St. Peter's Basilica, stopped at the Vatican, Castel Sant'Angelo, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish steps.