Private tour in Florence Silvia B
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Silvia B.
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Dear Traveller, What I believe to be the true essence of Florence was beautifully captured by Stendhal during his visit to Santa Croce: "I was in a sort of ecstasy… Everything spoke so vividly to my soul… I had palpitations of the heart… Life was drained from me. I walked with the fear of falling." Florence has that effect. Its extraordinary artistic density, concentrated within such an intimate space, allows every stone to whisper history. Here, the greatness of art is not confined to museums — it surrounds you, embraces you, and, if you let it, transforms you. Becoming a licensed tour guide in Florence was not simply a career choice — it was a calling. My previous professional experience in multinational environments shaped my background in marketing and communications, teaching me the power of storytelling and the importance of crafting a narrative that truly resonates. Because a great tour is not just about information — it’s about connection. Having grown up abroad, from the Middle East to California, I developed a natural sensitivity to cultural nuances and diverse perspectives. I understand how differently we may perceive a monument, a painting, or even a square. This international background allows me to create experiences that are meaningful, accessible, and engaging for travellers from all over the world. I hold a degree in Foreign Modern Literatures and Languages, and becoming a licensed Florence tour guide felt like the perfect complement to my academic path — blending history, art, culture, and human stories into one living experience. My favorite dimension is working with small, personal tours, where I can truly adapt to your pace and interests. Whether we are exploring a masterpiece, wandering through hidden streets, or pausing for a quiet moment in a Renaissance square, my goal is to offer more than a tour: a shared experience that is fun, spontaneous, insightful, and memorable. Behind the stones of Florence, there are stories waiting to be discovered — and perhaps, along the way, you might discover something new about yourself too. I look forward to walking the city with you. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. Please note that I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port only through the driver. I will meet you directly at the designated meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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This guided visit will take us through both statuary and painting masterpieces completed during the time of the Renaissance when Florence began ahead of everyone else a cultural, spiritual, and intellectual renewal across all the arts and the city became known as the 'new Athens', transforming it into a cultural, economic, political center of excellence in the western world. We will walk to the Accademia Museum hosting some of the artworks by the great Michelangelo which will provide us with an understanding of Renaissance sculpture in the 'New Athens' that Florence became during his times. Inside the Uffizi Gallery, we will be walking through the masterpieces of Gentile da Fabriano, Masaccio, Filippo Lippi, and Botticelli, till the peak of this glorious age found in the city of Florence the three masters Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael.
Highlights: - Accademia Gallery (inside) - Duomo (outside) - Battistero (outside) - Palazzo della Signoria (outside) - Piazza Signoria - Uffizi Gallery (inside) Uffizi and Accademia Gallery are closed on Mondays The itinerary could be on the reverse according to Accademia/Uffizi time slot tickets. In high season there may be some queues, even with skip-the-line tickets. This tour can be customized according to your preference, please ask me for a quote, and I will send you a customized tour for booking. Note: Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different. Please remember to bring the passport with you, Tickets are NOMINAL you have to show your ID (the passport photo on the phone works).
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Since it's a Walking Tour, I would advise you to wear comfy shoes. -I suggest bringing a bottle of water -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella For security reasons, all visitors are screened with Metal Detectors. On request (with an extra price) is available the private transportation from and to Cruise Port/Airport or Hotel (to be reserved in advance)
Firenze, Toscana, 50125, Italy
Trattoria antico fattore, Via Lambertesca, 1
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