From Rome: Florence Uffizi & Accademia Guided Tour – Florence, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Take the high-speed train from Roma Termini Station independently and reach in less than 2 hours Santa Maria Novella (Florence).

Meet your guide and start your day in Florence with a walking tour, where you will uncover the facts and secrets of 2000 years of Florentine history. Explore the city’s Roman origins from a 15th-century palace to the iconic Ponte Vecchio. Visit the Uffizi courtyard and marvel at the architectural wonders of Brunelleschi’s Dome.

Next, visit the renowned Accademia Gallery with your local guide. Discover why the David statue is the epitome of Florence, and learn about the history and significance behind this iconic symbol.

Afterward, enjoy your free time for lunch, try the popular ‘bistecca fiorentina’ or a good plate of ‘pici’, a typical kind of Tuscan pasta.

Conclude your day by exploring the world-famous Uffizi Gallery. With your knowledgeable guide, discover the works of the greatest artists from the Middle Ages. Recognize original, world-renowned paintings you may have previously encountered in books, magazines, and television. Gain insight into the artist’s techniques, tools, and the secrets of their craft. As you immerse yourself in the masterpieces of the era, you’ll come to appreciate why Florence was the epicenter of the Renaissance.

In the late afternoon, enjoy your journey back to Rome by high-speed train.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Travel by high-speed train and take in the beautiful views from the carriage
Visit the world known Uffizi and Accademia Gallery
Discover the history and culture of Florence with a local guide
Enjoy some free time to stroll around this stunning Renaissance city

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