About this tour
Travel by business-class train from Rome to Florence for a full-day guided exploration of Tuscany's artistic heartland. Your private guide leads you through the city's Renaissance landmarks—the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia—before revealing the quieter neighbourhoods where locals live. Eleven to twelve hours total, including transport, entrance fees and a dedicated English-speaking escort.
Highlights
- Brunelleschi's Dome and Giotto's Campanile up close
- Uffizi Gallery's masterworks without queue stress
- Accademia's David and Michelangelo sculptures
- Private guide steers clear of tourist-clogged streets
- Business-class rail both ways, luxury car transfers
- Medieval backstreets the guidebooks skip
What to expect
You'll be collected from your Rome accommodation and driven to the station for a comfortable train journey north. Upon arrival in Florence, your guide meets you for a walking tour blending the celebrated sights with narrow lanes, quiet piazzas and neighbourhood spots where the city breathes. Gallery visits are pre-booked, so no standing in queues. Expect seven to eight hours on foot with a mix of major museums and spontaneous discoveries. Your escort remains available throughout, answering questions and adjusting pace as needed.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes and water. Meals are on you—budget for lunch in Florence. Gratuities aren't mandatory but are appreciated if service impresses. Prams, strollers and wheelchair access are fully supported. Child rates apply only when accompanied by two full-paying adults.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.