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A visit to the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries is a journey through some of the greatest masterpieces in art history. Your local host knows how to make the most of your experience by combining these iconic museums with unique hidden gems. Enjoy seamless access and uncover treasures that will make your visit unforgettable!

Destination

Florence, Italy

Category

Skip The Line Tours

Duration

5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

Italiano, English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Português, 中文

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance Tickets
• Monday both Museums are closed

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 9 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at At the entrance of the wine bar - Florence to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Fascinating Insights/

   To help you fully appreciate the treasures inside the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, your local host will provide fascinating insights and context before your visit. This introduction ensures you’re ready to make the most of your experience and dive deeper into the wonders of these iconic museums.

4. How It Works

   Before entering the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries, meet your host and get an introduction to your tour.

5. Discover Highlights & HIdden Gems

   On this tour, follow your local host’s lead and spend time inside the attraction discovering its highlights and hidden gems

6. Inside the Accademia- & Uffizi Galleries

   Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!

7. Keep Exploring

   After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Florence

8. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Paul

(About local Michele)

26 July 2025

Michele was terrific. Personable, knowledgable and a terrific communicator. An excellent day with a fine and fun teacher. Knowledgable and fun

Sara

(About local Maja)

23 July 2025

Maja and I communicated prior to meeting regarding tickets, and logistics. We met on time (yay!) at the designated spot, and Maja was friendly and got to know us a bit before heading into the Accademia. She was very knowledgable and we visited the most important and interesting things there. On the walk from the Accademia to the Uffizi, Maja gave us a bit of a walking tour, and pointed out historical and interesting facts, but also chatted with us about our lives and her own. It was really nice to make a connection. At the Uffizi, again, we touched on the highlights and learned a lot - she also got to know what the most interesting things were for our family and made sure she customized based on this. She was incredibly accommodating, friendly, knowledgable and we had a GREAT time!Maja was GREAT!

Tim🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Omar )

11 September 2025

We had an amazing time with Omar in *his* neighborhood, Sant’Ambrogio. He was born and raised here, and you could feel that all day - proud of the neighborhood and happy to share it with others. The places we visited were unique and definitely not the typical tourist spots, which made the experience even more special. His enthusiasm, knowledge, and flexibility also deserve a mention. Highly recommended!A fantastic time in Firenze

Trish and Christine🇺🇸 United States

(About local Michele)

11 September 2025

Michele’s knowledge of the history of the renaissance as it applied to the Medici family and the leading artists of the time was presented in an engaging and understandable manner. Metal pictures of the events could be conjured up with his excellent narration. This was perhaps enhanced by both his art history background and his acting abilities to present both a factual as well as an engaging picture of the times. All questions were responded to and thoroughly answered. We thoroughly enjoyed the time with Michele and wish him all the best in his future. Thank you ever so much for a most enjoyable and educating afternoon!Vivid mental pictures of art & Medici Era

Melinda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Martina)

10 September 2025

My daughter and I loved our time with Martina. She’s a charming young woman who is not only really knowledgeable about her city, but passionate about its history and keeping its artisan heritage alive. The hidden gems tour was terrific and we 10/10 recommend. A Great Overview of Beautiful Florence!

Francois-Yves🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Maja)

9 September 2025

What a great time with Maja who accommodated our time restraints and especially our need for pizza! We had all visited Florence in the past and looked at all the beautiful sights, but we lacked understanding of the city, its history and its people. And most of all, the hidden things that are sometimes in plain sight, like the secure passageway between Palazzo Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti. It was a fun, insightful tour and Maja was very generous and also curious about us Canadians! Grazie Maja!A better understanding of Firenze

Leslie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Martina)

1 September 2025

Martina was a fabulous guide! She took us to the highlights of the Ufizzi, showed us other highlights around Florence and even places to shop authentic Florence items! She is so sweet and has a wonderful presence! We highly recommend her!Wonderful day around Florence

Melissa

(About local Martina)

29 August 2025

Martina was an excellent guide. She is a professional tour guide and well trained. We appreciate that she is from Florence and really knows the city. She gave us a great mix of culture and history. We had a nice leisurely pace and never felt rushed. Her English was strong and easy to understand. She showed us some hidden gems. Unlike some tour guides that take you to places where they get a kickback, she clearly did not do that. We strongly recommend her for tours of all ages. Excellence

Laura🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Dina)

21 August 2025

Dina is a TourGuide Extraordinaire. Not only did she have extensive knowledge of the sites we visited, she was also very organized, and enabled me to see everything I wanted to see. Dina was highly responsive to my needs, She is a warm and caring person, a delight to be with. Tour Guide Extraordinaire

Armand🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Michele)

20 August 2025

We loved the tour with Michelle Great storyteller

Vanessa

(About local Dina)

17 August 2025

We had a very nice day in Florence with Dina. We were 3 families with kids and Dina made a huge difference because she made the kids to be interested, involved and curious. She took Care of us and was very kind to us. We had a great time and enjoyed Florence and the academia a lot. Thanks Gina for all your attentions and patience.Great day un Florence!!

Aline🇨🇿 Czech Republic

(About local Maja)

16 August 2025

Maja made our day! Her warm welcome and beautiful smile kicked off our experience pretty well. We’ve visited Palazzo Vecchio which we knew already… or that’s what we thought :) Maja made us see it from the Medicis’ perspective, as if it was a travel in time! What a journey!!! Then we went to the Offices and Maja did a super job in taking us right away through the best pieces of artwork… Our time couldn’t be best managed! We recommend Maja not just for her cultural and historical knowledge, but also for her charming company and joyful spirit. Aline, Naomi and RichardA fabulous experience !

Veroniek 🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Dina)

2 August 2025

Een onvergetelijke ervaring!

preiss.helmut🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Maja)

27 July 2025

Emily🇺🇸 United States

(About local Dina)

26 July 2025

Our experience with Dina was truly exceptional — one of the best guided tours I’ve ever had. From the very beginning, she took the time to create a customized itinerary that thoughtfully considered the diverse ages and walking abilities in our group. Her deep knowledge of Florentine history, combined with her engaging storytelling, brought the city to life in a meaningful and memorable way. Dina has a warm, friendly, and patient presence that made everyone feel comfortable and welcomed. She masterfully blended historical insight with modern-day context, helping us understand Florence not just as a museum city, but as a living, evolving place. The use of audio earpieces was a thoughtful touch, ensuring that all eight of us could hear her clearly despite the hustle and bustle around us. I’ve used WithLocals for several years across many countries, and I can say with confidence that Dina has been the best guide we've had. Her preparation, passion, and personal touch made our time in Florence unforgettable. I’m already looking forward to returning — and when I do, I won’t hesitate to book another tour with her.Dina Made Firenze Come Alive for Our Group

Jose Manuel

(About local Rossella)

16 July 2025

Thank you, Rosella!! Excellent tour. Very interesting, engaging, and full of great stories and historical facts that we’ll all remember. Excellent tour!

Luca🇺🇸 United States

(About local Michele)

14 July 2025

We had the absolute pleasure of exploring Florence with Michele as our guide, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the very beginning, Michele impressed us with his deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and above all, his clear love and passione for what he does. What stood out the most was how genuinely invested he was in making our experience special. He even treated our entire family to gelato during the tour—a small gesture that spoke volumes about his kindness and generosity. Michele never once repeated himself or fell into a routine; he kept us captivated with fascinating insights, fresh perspectives, and a great sense of humor. We walked away having learned so much about Florence—its history, culture, and hidden gems—all thanks to his enthusiastic and thoughtful guidance. We wholeheartedly recommend Michele to anyone looking for a guide in Florence. He’s not just a guide—he’s a storyteller, a historian, and someone who truly brings the city to life. Grazie mille, Michele!Knowledge, Passion, and Gelato!

Mike

(About local Ivana)

13 July 2025

Ivana brought the monuments and history of Florence to life. She was friendly and personable and customized the tour to our needs. Trust that she will create a wonderful Florentine experience for you.Unsurpassable!!!

ykgkx4vdpg🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Martina)

13 July 2025

My wife and I had visited Florence previously but this was a first visit for our 12 year old son. Martina was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide who structured the tour perfectly for us. My wife and I saw parts of the city which we had missed before and our son enjoyed learning about the city’s history. We would definitely recommend Martina as your guide to Florence!Great introduction to Florence

Michelle

(About local Alessia)

4 July 2025

We booked a private Uffizi highlights tour with Alessia for €255. Unfortunately, she never contacted us in advance and only responded when I messaged her the morning of—at which point she canceled, saying she was sick. While we understand that things happen, there was no proactive communication. We also weren’t told that we needed to purchase our own museum admission tickets. The listing states “skip the line access,” so we assumed the tour fee would be paid to the guide. This should be clearly outlined in the tour description and confirmed ahead of time by the guide. Thankfully, Maja stepped in at the last minute and was truly fantastic. She was warm, knowledgeable, and brought the art to life with stories and historical context that made the Uffizi unforgettable. We’d rate Maja a 10 out of 10 and would absolutely recommend her. That said, since Alessia did not communicate proactively or officially transfer the booking, our overall experience with the original guide was a generous 7 of 10.

Katherine🇺🇸 United States

(About local Dina)

3 July 2025

Diana was an exceptional guy. She was so knowledgeable and personable and very easy to relate to. She was a wealth of information and could not have asked for anything more.Awonderful day with Dina

Jody🇺🇸 United States

(About local Dina)

2 July 2025

Dina was wonderful She was incredible

David🇺🇸 United States

(About local Michele)

1 July 2025

Michele is very knowledgeable and makes the most of your time in the Uffizi. We really enjoyed the tour.Great tour!

Dean🇺🇸 United States

(About local Michele)

30 June 2025

Michele was wonderful with you teen agers kept their attention with his details. He was able to show the shopping and eating and drinking highlights of this magical city!!!1st Day in Florence

Lauren🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Michele)

27 June 2025

Michele was our favorite guide in two weeks this summer. He was very engaging and got our teen interested. Definitely try to schedule with him!!!Michele was our favorite guide!!

Caryn

(About local Martina)

19 June 2025

We had a great time on our tour with Martina. She was incredibly helpful with our tickets and dinner reservations, going above and beyond to make our tour great. Highly recommend Martina!Wonderful Florence Tour

Shee-Chang🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ivana)

14 June 2025

Ivana was a great guide for our group of four. Very well versed in all things Florentine. Nice pace and engaging presentation of key areas of Florence as well as interesting off the beaten path tidbits. Highly recommended!!Great Tour with Ivana

Bernd🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Martina)

14 June 2025

Over all a perfect trip. She was great showing us some special places and telling us secrets about the city of Florence👍🏼 The main thing was, that the way she’s doing her job is so enthusiastic and you see every single second that she really loves her job. It was a special day for us. Thanks so muchPerfect

Steven

(About local Michele)

12 June 2025

Hiring Michele was one of the best decisions we made on our trip to Italy. He was great and we got so much more out of our visit to the Uffizi than we would have on our own or in a large tour group. He was so knowledgeable and just a great companion to spend a few hours with talking about Italian art. Well worth it. Great Experience

Unknown

(About local Dina)

12 June 2025

Dina was extremely helpful and a great resource for us in Florence! She showed us the best spots for Gelato and food on our tour, made sure we saw what we wanted, and left plenty of time for questions. Her english is also very good and she makes things super easy to comprehend! We booked her for two different tours and I 100% recommend booking her for your experiences in Florence! Great Tour Guide in Florence!

Temple🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alessia)

10 June 2025

Alessia’s tour was fantastic. The walking search for street art was fun and engaging. Visiting local artists’ studios, talking to the artists, was the perfect way to be introduced to ‘new’ art and we all purchased a few pieces, with commentary from the artists themselves. My students and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. We didn’t want it to end.You need to take this tour

Diane Kyle

(About local Dina)

10 June 2025

We took two tours with Dina as our guide and they were exactly what we were looking for. The 3 hour tour of Florence gave us an idea of the history of the beautiful city and where we wanted to explore more. The tour of the UffizziTours with Dina

Ilona

(About local Michele)

9 June 2025

Really enjoyed the tour. Got a lott of information and good tips for the rest of our stay. Great!

samantha🇺🇸 United States

(About local Maja)

2 June 2025

Thanks for an interesting and customized tour! We appreciate your patience with all our MANY questions. See you next time we’re in Florence. Ciao! A wonderful tour with a local

Axel🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Maja)

1 June 2025

Maja hat uns das Wichtigste in Florenz gezeigt und hatte auf alle Fragen eine Antwort. Ganz lieben Dank !Maja war super nett

Eric🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marco)

28 May 2025

Marco was a great guide. We enjoyed the entire 3 hours of the private tour that he gave us of Florence. The information was interesting, digestible and a good overview of the history of the city and the key figures during the Renaissance period. Fantastic tour of Florence!

Michelle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Dina)

25 May 2025

Dina was our host through the Uffizi Gallery for our family. She was delightful from beginning to end and so very knowledgeable about the beautiful works of art in the gallery. Experiencing the Uffizi was SO much more meaningful with Dina to help us understand what we were experiencing. She brought the art and artists to life, as well as those who commissioned the art. Her English is wonderful, too! Thank you Dina for a wonderful experience! Dina is Wonderful!

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(About local Dina)

24 May 2025

Dina took us on a great tour of the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery. She was very responsive in planning our tour and made adjustments based on what I requested. She was willing to do less than the usual 4 hour tour since we thiught that would be too long for us. Dina was such a great guide that she made our time at the museums one of our favorite activities. She knew just the right pace to go and how much detail to give us to keep it interesting for our group of six. Aside from being so informative she was so fun and easy to be with. We highly recommend Dina!!Fantastic tour of museums with Dina!

Maor🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Dina)

21 May 2025

Dina, our local tour guide in Florence, was an absolute gem! Her passion for the city’s vibrant history and culture shone through in every moment of our tour. She possesses an incredible depth of knowledge, effortlessly weaving together stories of Florence’s colorful past— from the Renaissance to its lesser-known historical gems— with engaging anecdotes and fascinating details. Her enthusiasm was contagious, making every stop, from iconic landmarks to hidden corners, feel alive and meaningful. Dina’s warm and approachable demeanor made the experience truly enjoyable, creating a welcoming atmosphere for questions and conversation. She tailored the tour perfectly to our interests, ensuring a personalized and memorable journey through Florence. Her expertise and love for her city elevated the entire experience, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for Florence’s rich heritage. We highly recommend Dina to anyone seeking an insightful, engaging, and unforgettable tour of Florence. She’s not just a guide—she’s a storyteller who brings the city to life! Dina was exceptional

Josh🇺🇸 United States

(About local Maja)

20 May 2025

Walking around Florence with Maja was a dream. Her tour is customizable, highly informative, and all around good company. Highly recommend! Brava!

Paddy

(About local Maja)

19 May 2025

Many thanks to Maja, who provided an exceptional tour for our client on their recent visit to Italy. We received nothing but praise for Maja and she couldn't have been more helpful.Wonderful!

David

(About local Michele)

16 May 2025

Our guide Michele earn his pay within the first 30 minutes showing and telling us all different kinds of extremely interesting things about Florence's history, architecture, art , and culture. Money well spent.Michele was great!

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Martina)

16 May 2025

Martina was far and away the best tour guide we’ve had. She showed us little hidden gems throughout the city that we would never have noticed. She tied in history with the art and context to bring it all alive. She was excited to show us the city and modify her plan to accommodate our wishes. Fantastic tour and guide. Florence with Martina

Jim🇺🇸 United States

(About local Dina)

15 May 2025

Dina shared insights seamlessly combining art, history and local knowledge to keep us enthralled the entire tour. We are an older couple and appreciated her thoughtfulness in shaping the tour to our interests and physical limitations. She knows where all the shortcuts, elevators and WCs are! Our only regret is for not booking other tours with her. Thanks again Dina!Superb!

James🇺🇸 United States

(About local Martina)

13 May 2025

We can't begin to convey how pleased we were with the delightful experience provided by Marty. She is a lovely, intelligent individual and her knowledge of Florence was extensive and entertaining at the same time. We were impressed by her energy and enthusiasm - and her obvious love for her home. We highly recommend her, it was a wonderful experience.Martina was a delight!

Brad🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marco)

10 May 2025

Marco was an exceptional guide and art history teacher during our day in Florence. He brought the city’s rich past to life with fascinating stories about powerful families, cunning leaders, and brilliant artists who shaped the world from the height of the Roman Empire through the Dark Ages and into the rebirth of the Renaissance. He frequently adjusted the tour to match our interests, knowledge, and even our food cravings. Simply put, having Marco as our guide made our visit to Florence far more meaningful for my son and me!A Brilliant Expert and a Really Nice Guy

Holger🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Maja)

10 May 2025

Maja hat uns zu den Hauptattraktionen erste Informationen geben können. Ihre sympathische Art sowie ihre Geschichten am Rande haben wesentlich mit zu einem schönen Nachmittag beigetragen. Gerne hätten wir uns etwas bessere Deutschkenntnisse gewünscht. Alles in allem eine informative Tour.Sightseeing with Maja

Surien🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Michele)

9 May 2025

This walking tour through Florence was absolutely unforgettable! “The History of Florence: Famous Medici Family & Pitti Palace Tour” was the perfect blend of rich history, beautiful architecture, and fascinating storytelling. We began at the iconic Odeon Theatre, a wonderful spot that set the tone for the tour with its old-world charm. From there, we explored the grand Pitti Palace, once home to the powerful Medici family, where we learned captivating stories about their influence over Florence and Europe. One of the unexpected highlights was a visit to the official Santa Maria Novella perfumery, a hidden gem full of centuries-old recipes and heavenly scents. Right nearby, the majestic Santa Maria Novella Church left us in awe with its frescoes and peaceful beauty. We were especially moved by the Medici tombs and museums, where history came alive through the stories of power, politics, and art. The tour also included time at the incredible Florence Cathedral (Duomo) — a true masterpiece of Renaissance architecture — and ended at the Museo di Palazzo Vecchio, the heart of Florence’s political history. Our local guide, Michele made all the difference — he was passionate, knowledgeable, and an incredible storyteller. Every stop felt like stepping into a time machine, guided by someone who genuinely loves and understands this city’s legacy. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to dive deep into Florence’s storied past while walking through its most iconic landmarks. An unforgettable cultural experience!Journey Through Florence’s Past

Colleen

(About local Michele)

9 May 2025

We had no time to research Florence or learn very much Italian. Months before we arrived we booked a tour with Michele, then there we were. And he didn’t judge. He just told us stories about how Florence became what it is. We only have two days here. Not enough. He made us want to come back. Thank you, Michele. Transform from a tourist to a neighbor.

Amanda

(About local Michele)

6 May 2025

Michele was very personable and has a wealth knowledge about the rich history of Florence. We learned a lot about the city! Wonderful experience