Want to see the best of Florence? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Florence!
Meet the artisans of Florence, tailor made just for you!
519 reviews
2.5 hours | off the beaten track | Florence
Would you like to meet the artisans that create amazing, handcrafted with the same technique that was use hundreds of years ago?
And why not take an original and amazing hand crafted souvenir back at home? This is the tour for you.
The Uffizi Gallery holds behind closed doors some of the most famous and unique masterpieces in the world, and if you are in Florence you cannot miss out a visit to this world-renowned gallery. Don't follow the touristy crowds, skip the line and go on a private experience inside its corridors!
Discover the highlights of Florence the local way! Enjoy amazing works of art, taste delicious snacks in local grocers and ancient markets, and explore the most exclusive fashion shops on this Florence walking tour.
Michelangelo's Life & Skip the Line at Accademia Museum
132 reviews
2.5 hours | skip the line tours | Florence
This tour is all about Michelangelo and what better way to admire his work than with a skip the line entrance to admire the original David! Walk through Florence following the artist's footsteps, learn about his past & masterpieces, and pay homage at his grave.
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!
Tour of masterpieces & insights at the Uffizi!
Lorraine & Richard
About local
14 May 2025
A different side to Florence
Three of us really enjoyed our time with Matteo. He took note of our preference to concentrate on lesser known/quieter streets & areas (as we’d visited the hot spots on previous trips). Breakfast venue was great as was market experience, enabling us to taste food as we went. His knowledge of art/history/architecture is extensive but he made everything accessible and fun and finished with great restaurant recommendations. Thanks, Matteo, for showing us a different side to Florence. Will definitely recommend you to friends.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Florence
Rachel
About local
7 May 2025
Wonderful day in Florence with Giulia!
We planned for a half day tour with Giulia in Florence. The day before the tour Trenetalia announced that there was going to be a rail strike. We scrambled for a driver and got to Florence much later than expected. Giulia was in touch with us the whole ride in. She calmed me down, told me not to worry and managed to get us to our meeting place in time for our tour of the Accademia Gallery. And that was all before meeting her! She whisked us into the museum and gave us one of the best museum tours I have ever had! She was so knowledgeable, interesting, engaging and open for all questions. Her lead up to seeing the David was amazing! She then took us to a great cafe- Twist Bistrot - for coffee and a snack -yum! She talked to us about what she had in mind for the tour and then asked us what we wanted to do. She showed us all the ‘must-see’ sights and then walked us around, giving insightful history and fun facts about the sights and Florence in general. This was my third visit to Florence and I’ve never learned so much in such a fun way! She also answered 500 questions we had about all sorts of things. We ended up at a fantastic gelato place (better than the advertised best gelato in the world’ place in San Gimignano!) feeling like we knew so much about Florence, Italy and Giulia! I felt like we made a new friend for life! I highly recommend the Highlights of Florence tour and Giulia!
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Florence
Connie
About local
2 May 2025
everything we hoped for in a tour
Mateo was professional from start to finish. From his timely communication, his exactness in coordinating a rendezvous, to most importantly, the depth of knowledge that he shared with us, all of which brought Florence to life for us! We were three ladies experiencing Florence for the first time and he took much history and made it understandable. He did the same thing for us with understanding the paintings and sculptures we were looking at. I can’t imagine not having hired a professional guide and Matteo was everything he promised to be. Have no hesitancy in booking a tour with him! Thank you again Matteo for a wonderful unforgettable day!
