Dark Side of Florence Guided Walking Tour

Highlights

• Explore Florence's dark past
• Expert local guides
• Small group for personalized experience

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazza della Signoria

   20min

   The tour begins in Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence. Your guide will introduce the darker side of the city’s history, including tales of betrayal, power struggles, and public executions that took place in this very square.

2. 2

   Palazzo Vecchio

   20min

   Visit the exterior of Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's town hall and former Medici palace. Your guide will share stories of political intrigue, secret passages, and the powerful Medici family’s rise to dominance.

3. 3

   Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

   30min

   Explore the exterior of the iconic Duomo, where you’ll learn about the darker aspects of its construction, including the rivalry between architects and the mysterious death of one of its key builders.

4. 4

   Ponte Vecchio

   20min

   Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s most famous bridge, and hear tales of the dark deeds that occurred here, from murders to betrayals. The guide will also explain the significance of the hidden corridor above the bridge.

5. 5

   Piazza Del Duomo

   30min

   Conclude the tour at the Piazza del Duomo, where your guide will share eerie stories about the Baptistery of St. John, including its connection to Dante Alighieri and the ominous events surrounding the doors known as the “Gates of Paradise.”

Before you go

Location