Florence Walking Tour: Self-Guided Digital Guide with Local Food & History Tips

Highlights

• Multilingual Digital Guide
• Local Culinary Insights
• Ultimate Flexibility

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

   30min

   The beating heart of medieval and Renaissance Florence, the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella is a must- see for every visitor. Located in the square of the same name, a stone’s throw from the train station, this Dominican church is a true treasure chest of art, where Gothic and Renaissance blend in unique harmony.

2. 2

   Basilica di San Lorenzo

   30min

   The Basilica of San Lorenzo, located outside the walls of the Roman city, is one of the oldest churches in Florence. It was consecrated during the Easter celebrations of 393 by Saint Ambrose and was the residence of the Florentine bishops for centuries.

3. 3

   Battistero Di San Giovanni

   20min

   Here we are in front of one of the oldest and most iconic monuments of the city, located right in front of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo) and Giotto’s Bell Tower. This octagonal baptistery, dedicated to St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of Florence, has a rich history that is intertwined with the artistic and religious development of the city.

4. 4

   Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

   30min

   Amazing! You are in front of one of the most important and recognizable symbols of the city and it represents one of the most significant works of Italian Gothic and Renaissance architecture!

5. 5

   Campanile di Giotto

   Pass by

   Another extraordinary monument, symbol of the city of Florence: the beautiful bell tower that rises 85 meters and is about 15 meters wide. Let's discover some curiosities about it!

6. 6

   Piazza Della Repubblica

   20min

   Here we are in what can be defined as the center of Florence!The origins of Piazza della Repubblica date back to Roman times, when the area was the heart of the Roman city, the “castrum”, or the first settlement of the city, with the Roman forum located right in this area.

7. 7

   Basilica of Santa Croce

   30min

   Here is the largest Franciscan church in the world! Also known as the “Temple of Italian Glories” for being the burial place of many illustrious Italian figures, it represents a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a spiritual and artistic center of great importance.

8. 8

   Piazza della Signoria

   20min

   Piazza della Signoria has been a political center since the Middle Ages. Originally, the area on which it stands was occupied by houses and towers of noble families, which were demolished at the end of the 13th century to create an open space for the government of the city. Over the centuries, the square has been the scene of crucial events, from celebrations of military victories to public executions.

Before you go

Location