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!
The History of Florence: Famous Medici Family & Pitti Palace Tour
152 reviews
3 hours | city highlight tours | Florence
Curious to know more about Florence’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Florence from a local perspective as you learn about the famous Medici Family.
Ready to taste the best food in Florence? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Florence.
Traveling to Florence with kids? We’ve got you! See the best of Florence on a family friendly tour and discover the city through your kid’s eyes. Your private tour includes fun activities, entertaining stories, a tasty treat, and unforgettable memories that your whole family will cherish forever.
Curious to know more about Florence’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Florence from a local perspective as you learn about The Renaissance.
There are so many amazing things to do in Florence today! From stunning architecture and marble work to romantic sunsets, breath-taking art museums or delicious gelato, explore Florence today for an unforgettable experience. Below you can find exactly what to do in Florence today to have a memorable trip. Piazza del Duomo Are you ready to remain speechless? Piazza del Duomo is one of the main squares in Florence and is without a doubt one of the most beautiful you will ever see in your life. The architecture, the marble details, and the entire history behind this amazing complex is a must. Discover the Florence Cathedral, Giotto’s Campanile, The Baptistery of St. John and the Loggia del Bigallo. You can also go to the top of the tower for some amazing views of the city. Feeling a bit peckish? There are numerous cute cafes and restaurants to grab a drink or a bite, or even try the famous bistecca fiorentina. Ponte Vecchio Florence is a masterpiece, and you can find something amazing at every corner. If you want to see the most romantic bridge in the world go through the Corridoio Vasariano and visit Ponte Vecchio. Spanning the river Arno, this colorful bridge was first acknowledged in 996, but the exact year of construction is not known. A myriad of shops and tiny boutiques, built into the sides of the bridge, will seduce you! There’s a tiny window in the middle of the bridge, so if you love magical sunsets you have to be there for amazing views of the Arno river at dawn. Palazzo Vecchio The most important administrative building is also one of the oldest and most impressive ones in Florence. Built around 1299, with a square design and crenulations, it looks like a castle. It was designed by the same architect who worked on the Duomo and Basilica Santa Croce. The facade tells the entire history of Florence, while the interior will take you back in history with originally decorated rooms. Don’t miss out on the Hercules Room and The room of Cybele. Uffizi Palace and Gallery The Uffizi Gallery is one of the oldest and most famous art museums in the world! The building itself is a work of art, with marvelous statues all around. Renaissance lovers rejoice! You can explore an exquisite art collection featuring Michelangelo, Botticelli, Da Vinci, Titian, and Caravaggio. On your way out don’t forget to fall in love with Piazza Della Signoria, and enjoy some delicious gelato or a fresh Aperol Spritz.
What other travelers love about our local experts
niall
About local
9 April 2025
Excellent
Eduardo was knowledgeable and passionate about Florence. Very glad that we booked this tour.
The History of Florence: The Renaissance Tour
Rachael
About local
8 April 2025
Wonderful intro to Florence!
Elizabeth was a wonderful guide and showed us around the less touristy part of Florence. We enjoyed sampling the locals favorite foods and spend some time in the market. We tasted things that we wouldn’t have ordinarily tasted with her guidance. I’d highly recommend any tours with this company. It was an intimate tour with only the four of us and we learned so much!
The 10 Tastings of Florence
Rene
About local
8 April 2025
Best Tour Ever
Maria was wonderful!. Me, my wife and 2 daughters really,really enjoyed her tour. She’s amazing, taking us around Tuscany to eat delicious foods and on the way learn about Tuscany culture.
We are going to tell everyone about how much fun we have with Maria!
The 10 Tastings of Florence
Jacqueline
About local
4 April 2025
Wonderful family tour
Christina was so lovely, and gave a really great tour! My kids were tired and cranky, and she was so patient with them and explained things at their level. Absolutely recommend!
