Florence: A Journey Through Art and History

Veronica Villa

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the cultural heart of Tuscany. Discover magnificent museums, awe-inspiring cathedrals, and indulge in mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine. Get ready to be captivated by the beauty of Florence!

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Day 1Unveiling Masterpieces at Opera del Duomo Museum

$165

Statues by Michelangelo & Donatello, plus bronze-gilded baptistery panels in a restoration center.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Landmark Renaissance church, burial place of the Medici, with a library designed by Michelangelo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 2The Majestic Accademia Gallery and Iconic Piazza del Duomo

$162

Art museum with Michelangelo sculptures, including David, plus Renaissance painting & Russian icons.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

6 - 9 min

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Cathedral-flanked square with iconic historic, religious & artistic landmarks & museums.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 3Marvel at the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Explore Leonardo da Vinci's Interactive Museum

$128

Landmark 1200s cathedral known for its red-tiled dome, colored marble facade & elegant Giotto tower.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Museum featuring invention models, designs & reproduced art of Leonardo da Vinci, plus a bookshop.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 4Discover the Splendor of Basilica of Santa Croce and Enjoy Breathtaking Views from Piazzale Michelangelo

$138

Neo-Gothic Franciscan church known for its Giotto frescoes, plus tombs of Michelangelo & Galileo.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$45

17 - 26 min

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19th-century piazza with a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David & panoramic views over the city.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Day 5Dive into the World of Science at Museo Galileo and Immerse Yourself in Renaissance Art at Bargello National Museum

$173

Collection of artifacts from the 15th/16th centuries, with scientific instruments & personal items.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Art museum with Renaissance sculptures including works by Michelangelo, set in 13th-century palace.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$45

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 6Cross the Historic Ponte Vecchio and Stroll Through the Enchanting Boboli Gardens

$125

Picturesque medieval arched river bridge with Roman origins, lined with jewelry & souvenir shops.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Formal gardens laid out in the 16th & 17th centuries, with Renaissance statues & ornate fountains.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 7Experience Renaissance Architecture at Strozzi Palace and Admire the Beauty of Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

$165

Renaissance palace with permanent display on its history, plus major temporary art exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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15th-century Dominican church including famous frescoes by Gothic & early Renaissance masters.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

4 - 6 min

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Vicino alla Stazione di Santa Maria Novella. Cucina regionale, pane e pasta fresca fatti in casa. Tagliatelle flambè in crosta di Grana Padano

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 8Step into the Opulent Pitti Palace and Marvel at the Magnificent Piazza della Signoria

$150

Gallery complex in Renaissance royal palace housing vast Italian & European masters art collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$56

8 - 12 min

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The city's heart, a square dominated by the 14th-century crenellated tower of the Palazzo Vecchio.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Day 9Climb Giotto's Bell Tower and Discover the Intricate Baptistery of St. John

$187

Celebrated red, green & white marble-clad Gothic tower with steps leading to a terrace & city views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$56

1 - 2 min

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Iconic octagonal basilica with striking marble facade, known for its bronze doors & mosaic ceiling.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Day 10Explore the Majestic Palazzo Vecchio and Get Lost in the Artistic Treasures of Uffizi Gallery

$222

Fortified, 13th-century palace housing lavishly decorated chambers & ornate courtyards.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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16th-century building housing vast collection of Primitive & Renaissance paintings & masterpieces.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$94

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Budget breakdown: $1612 In total

Activities & Food:$1612