Top Florence Shore Excursions

When your cruise ship docks in Livorno, travel through Tuscany to visit Florence and Pisa with the ease of a small-group tour. Your guide shares Florence highlights including Accademia Gallery skip-the-line admission to view Michelangelo's 'David' sculpture, and free time to explore afterward. Continue to Pisa to see landmarks including the Leaning Tower of Pisa located in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Piazza dei Miracoli.

Spend a day exploring the Italian cities of Florence and Pisa while in port in Livorno. With private pickup from your cruise, see the iconic Florence Duomo and the Leaning Tower of Pisa before returning to your ship at the end of the day. Upgrade your ticket to include a 3-hour tour in Florence with a private guide and skip-the-line entry to the Accademia and Uffizi galleries.

Fall for the charm of the Cinque Terre, a coastal region of cliff-clinging villages and dramatic seaside views. On this full-day small-group tour, experience the scenic parts of the region with a driver-tour escort and learn about the UNESCO-listed region’s history. Take a boat ride between Manarola and Vernazza and get free time to explore both locations on foot. Make stops in local wine bars and restaurants to sip some regional varietals and eat a traditional Italian lunch (both at own expense). This tour operates with a limited number of participants to ensure an intimate atmosphere. Round-trip transportation from Florence is included.

Discover Italian art, history and culture on a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Florence. Select a 1-, 2- or 3-day pass and travel around the city’s top attractions, hopping on and off as you like. See the panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo, the burial spot of Galileo and Machiavelli at Santa Croce church and more. Your pass includes unlimited rides for the duration selected and 360-degree views from the open air of the upper deck.

Art, history, countryside, food. Tuscany has it all. If you only have one day free, book this Tuscany day trip from Florence to discover the region’s highlights with a local guide. Explore the city of Siena and the cathedral, and then take to the Chianti hills for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting. Roam the streets of San Gimignano, and travel to Pisa to admire the architectural drama of Cathedral Square — home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa. Upgrade to include skip-the-line entry, if you wish.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on a small-group walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. Then see the lovely exterior of the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral, as well as the Baptistery to hear the fascinating origins of the Gates of Paradise. Afterward stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Get inside one of Florence's best-known buildings on this skip-the-line guided tour of the Duomo, including its famous dome. Climb to the top of the Cupola to enjoy spectacular views over Florence and to see Vasari's beautiful frescoes up close.

Experience the very best of Florence in a single, memorable day. See Michelangelo’s iconic ‘David’ sculpture up-close at the Accademia Gallery, and learn the secrets of Brunelleschi’s magnificent Duomo. Explore the ‘living museum’ of the medieval city on a walking tour of its most important piazzas and outdoor monuments, and finish with a journey through the Renaissance at the world-famous Ufizzi Gallery. Save time with skip-the-line access to the most popular attractions, and enjoy a small-group atmosphere of no more than 10 people.

Plan ahead and make the most of your visit to the world-famous Uffizi Gallery in Florence with a guided tour. Bypass the long wait at one of the city’s most popular attractions, and head straight inside the historic galleries with an expert guide who will lead you straight to must-see highlights like Botticelli's ‘Birth of Venus’ and Caravaggio’s ‘Medusa,’ plus hidden treasures you might miss on your own. After this insightful art history tour, continue exploring the museum at your leisure.

Delve into the heart of beautiful Tuscany, and visit two of the region’s highlight cities, on this seamless shore excursion. Meet your guide at the Livorno Port, and travel via air-conditioned minivan to Florence. As this is a private tour, you’ll explore the city at your own pace: see the Duomo, browse its craft markets, admire the Piazza della Repubblica, and more. Your second stop is Pisa and its UNESCO-listed Piazza dei Miracoli, where you’ll encounter the world-famous Leaning Tower.

Avoid the long wait on your visit to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence with this skip-the-line ticket. Explore the expansive museum at your own pace with access to 1,500 works of art. See famous Renaissance paintings such as Michelangelo’s "Doni Tondo" and Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus." This priority ticket ensures that you can spend your precious time experiencing great art instead of waiting in line.

As the home of Michelangelo's 'David,' the Accademia Gallery in Florence draws huge crowds. Save hours of waiting in line with a skip-the-line admission ticket, guaranteed to make your vacation smoother. As well as avoiding lines, tour the gallery with a guide and learn things about the paintings that you may otherwise have missed. Plus, choose from several departure times to suit your schedule.

Step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access and skip-the-line entrance, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of an art historian guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

When your cruise ship docks in Livorno or La Spezia, visit Florence and Pisa with the convenience of a private tour that efficiently covers the major sights. In Pisa, stop at the Piazza dei Miracoli to view the Leaning Tower of Pisa along with the Duomo and Baptistery. Continue to Florence where you can visit the Uffizi Gallery, Galleria dell'Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo), and more.

Explore the beautiful seaside towns of Cinque Terre on this full-day small-group tour from Florence. Stroll through the alleyways of Manarola before taking a relaxing boat ride to Vernazza to enjoy some lunch and free time. Before heading back to Florence, take a drive to the only town not located on the water, Corniglia, and take in the beautiful views of Cinque Terre and walk around the medieval town.

Make the most of your time in Florence with a private tour of the city’s major attractions with comfortable transport in a private Mercedes vehicle. Take in panoramic views as you walk around Piazza della Signoria, and see landmarks such as Palazzo Vecchio, the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Pitti Palace. After lunch, visit the Galleria dell'Accademia where you can see the ‘David’ sculpture by Michelangelo and many other Italian masterpieces.

Get familiar with the ins and outs of Florence with a guided walking tour of the artsy city. Your local guide will lead you through town, taking you past the Church of Santa Maria Novella, the Palazzo Strozzi, the Dumo, and the Ufffizi Gallery, among other main attractions, telling you all about the history and culture of the city in a fun, laid-back manner.

Visit two of the most picturesque towns in Tuscany and taste authentic Chianti wine on this private day trip from Florence. Travel through a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves, and ancient villas on the way to Siena, known for its remarkable cathedral and the famous Palio horse race. After a delicious Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a hand-picked estate, continue on to the medieval hilltop village of San Gimignano, where more than a dozen surviving towers stand sentinel over the beautiful countryside below.

Large-group shore excursions can sometimes feel rushed and impersonal but this private tour from Livorno to Pisa and Florence offers a more intimate experience and the flexibility to customize the trip to your own interests. You'll journey through the countryside to these charming Tuscan towns and see such iconic attractions as the Leaning Tower and Duomo.

We are Italian local guides, born in Florence and you will have a unique Tuscany experience, this is a perfect day to relax after enjoying the countryside and to celebrate family moments. We have licensed vans to enter in all traffic limited area and we are drivers and licensed guides and you will be guided while driving and walking.

This is a private tour, you will have all the attention you need. A private tours will give you the advantages to truly enjoy the experience and not have to be in a crowed bus and follow a strict schedule . Our day will start in SAN GIMIGNANO, famous for its white wine, the world renowned Vernaccia, and its mediaval towers, declared a World heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will be enjoying a glass of white Vernaccia wine accompanied by delicious Pecorino cheese You will be strolling around the narrow streets and admiring the relaxing landscape and if you wish you can try the Ice cream that won 2 world championship as best ice cream in the world. After San Gimignano you can relax while we are crossing the beautiful Chianti hills arriving to the organic farm where you will have a winery tour by the owners and taste 4 different Chianti wines accompanied by local delicatessens. Last stop Castle of Monteriggioni, Here you can enjoy the history and relive the atmosphere of olden times.

Ideal for travelers with cruises harboring at La Spezia, this tour offers round-trip transportation to Pisa and Florence. Your private driver picks you up directly from your La Spezia Port cruise terminal and takes you to Pisa for a quick driving tour and a stop at the Piazza dei Miracoli, where you can visit the Leaning Tower. Then, it’s off to the historic center of Florence, where you’ll have several hours to explore on your own.

Hop on the train in Rome and enjoy an independent journey through the Italian countryside. Once you arrive in Florence your local host will be ready and waiting to show you all the highlights of their city. From the city’s political hub to the beautiful Ponte Vecchio bridge. Stroll through the lively old town and take in the charming architecture. Visit the beautiful Piazza del Duomo, Florence’s most popular landmark. Marvel at its beauty and if you are feeling active, climb to the top for a picture-perfect view of the city. Now it is time to discover some hidden medieval gems! Follow your new friend to some well-preserved historical buildings full of history. Plus visit a special tower that has survived a civil war, or two! Continue your interesting chat with your new friend over antipasto and wine! Discover where the Florentines have lunch and feel like one of them. Take in the local vibes and friendly atmosphere while you continue learning about Florence’s culture and history.

When your cruise ship docks in La Spezia, benefit from a private full-day shore excursion to Pisa and Florence to see each city’s top sights and the lovely Tuscan countryside. Snap photos at the Piazza dei Miracoli where the Leaning Tower of Pisa is located, and take in Florence attractions including the Duomo, Piazzale Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio. Transportation is provided by comfortable minivan with an informative driver-guide.