Walking & Biking Tours in Florence

Get a taste of Chianti without a long day trip or drive using an e-bike to visit a vineyard on the outskirts of Florence. Easily scale the lovely Florentine hills with a battery-assisted boost and directions on an included GPS device. Sample Chianti-style wine and other Tuscan products at a vineyard in the ancient Etruscan town of Fiesole, and enjoy inspiring views of Florence on the ride back down.

Discover Florence the smart way: join this guided bike tour through the most important and beautiful sites in the city. You'll spot the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, Santa Croce, Pitti Palace, Santo Spirito church and so much more!

Enjoy the balmy evening air and the romance of Florence at sundown on this 2-hour electric bike tour. Cycle through medieval streets and across the River Arno on a silent, eco-friendly e-bike while a local guide shares tales from the city's rich Renaissance past. Easily climb the Florentine hills thanks to a battery-powered boost, and soak up fantastic views of the illuminated city from the lookout at Piazzale Michelangelo. Reward yourself with a sweet treat at one of Florence's best gelato shops.

Discover Florence's thriving craft scene on a half-day insider's tour of the places and people that are carrying on artistic traditions passed through the centuries. Visit the private workshops of local leather workers, goldsmiths, paper makers and more to watch these skilled artisans practicing their crafts. Learn about the traditional methods that have made Florentine goods highly sought after since the 13th century, and have a chance to purchase unique handmade items straight from the source.

Saddle up and see Florence and Fiesole on a 4-hour electric bike tour. Led by a local guide, head first to the hilltop town of Fielsole to admire panoramic views of Tuscany. Then cycle through Florence to pass top sites like Piazzale Michelangelo, the Ponte Vecchio and the iconic Duomo, as your guide provides commentary along the way. Take a break at a Florentine wine bar to sample some snacks and local Chianti blend. The electric bike motor will start as soon as you pedal so you can enjoy a leisurely trip.

Choose your own course on this 2-hour guided walking tour of Florence. See the must-see sites, including the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio or opt to go somewhat off the beaten path by seeing Boboli Gardens and the Church of Santo Spirito, among many other spots. This is a great option for first timers and return visitors.

Discover Florence on a small-group walking tour that includes skip-the-line admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia. With a guide, explore the historical center of Florence to admire its renowned art, architecture and sites like Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Then cruise past the typically long line at the Accademia Gallery to see its famous artwork, including Michelangelo's 'David' statue. This tour includes all the classic sites such as the Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo and Galleria dell'Accademia with the world famous David. Numbers are limited to six people for a more personalized experience.

Saddle up for a 2.5-hour bike tour through the streets of Florence. Led by a local guide, pass top attractions such as the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria and the iconic Ponte Vecchio. As you travel around the historic sites, learn interesting facts and anecdotes about this Renaissance city from your guide. Pull over to enjoy a complimentary coffee or gelato before finishing up your Florence biking excursion.

Spend a day cycling through the beautiful Tuscan hillsides surrounding Florence. On this full-day bike tour, travel by minivan to a historic abbey tucked into the hills, and slowly descend through the enchanting landscape of vineyards, villas and olive orchards. Stop for lunch at a typical trattoria beloved by locals, and visit a winery for a cellar tour and tastings of wine and olive oil. Take in spectacular panoramic views of Florence from the Etruscan village of the Fiesole, and learn about the area's history from your friendly guide.

See the highlights of the Renaissance capital with this 3-hour small-group walking tour of Florence. Go back in time to when the powerful Medici ruled the Florentine Republic. Visit busy piazzas, stately churches, and historic bridges.

Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, but there's so much to see, it's hard to know where to start. This 2.5-hour small-group walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, checking off top attractions such as The Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio and Giotto's Bell Tower.

Explore the enchanting Tuscan hills on a 3-hour sunset bike ride from Florence. Travel off the beaten tourist path into the surrounding countryside, where you'll cycle past historic vineyards, monasteries and the villas of former Florentine nobility. Break for a typical Italian aperitivo, and watch a spectacular sunset over the city's famous red roofs from the viewpoint at Piazzale Michelangelo.

Use a handheld audio guide to explore Florence, and make your way around a preset route, put together by a local expert guide. The innovative 'audiopen' includes a touch-screen map, which allows you to wander the city streets and learn about its sights as you go. Check out Palazzo Pitti, Florence Duomo, the Church of San Lorenze and Brunelleschi's Dome among other landmarks on your route. Want to enhance the experience? Add a meal when you book and enjoy three courses of food in Florence's historical center.

From masterpieces of Renaissance art to royal Medici intrigue, Florence is like a living history museum waiting to be explored. Uncover its medieval secrets on this guided 2-hour walking tour of historic highlights including the Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, Church of Santa Croce, Piazza della Repubblica and the iconic Duomo. Hear your guide's live narration clearly through an audio headset, and stop at one of the city's best 'gelaterias' for a scoop of ice cream.

Explore an emerald oasis in the heart of Florence on a guided tour of the famous Boboli Gardens. Learn the history of the 16th-century royal gardens, built for Cosimo I de' Medici to adorn the Pitti Palace, and stroll through the lush expanse of manicured trees, ornate fountains and elaborate terraces with a guide. Along the way, uncover the many myths and allegories hidden among the park's design and statuary.

The excitement, artistry and intrigue of medieval and Renaissance Florence truly come alive on this guided, 3-hour walking tour. Stroll through glorious piazzas and meandering backstreets while hearing tales of feuding painters, Medici rulers and religious fanatics who all left their mark on the city. Learn about the impressive engineering of Brunelleschi's Dome as you step inside Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, and get tips on the best shops, restaurants and gelato spots from a local guide.

Enjoy a guided tour of Florence on two wheels with this bike tour. Explore the Tuscan capital by bike with a gelato stop included.

Get a true taste of Florence on a 3-hour food tour by bike. Led by a local guide, you'll pedal past top attractions like the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio, while making stops at three local hotspots for food. Savor bites of schiacciata all'olio, a salty flat bread sprinkled with olive oil, and treat your sweet tooth to Italian pastries as you learn about Tuscan cuisine and history. This small-group tour is limited to 10 travelers to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

Explore the rich history and top attractions of Florence on a 2.5-hour walking tour. Led by a local guide, hear about the rule of the influential Medici family during the Renaissance as you stroll through the neighborhood of San Lorenzo. Travel past the Medici Chapels, admire the iconic exterior of the Duomo, follow from the outside the entire path of the famous Vasari Corridor and see the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, now host to a hub of jewelry shops. Your tour will conclude in central Florence, near the Pitti Palace, so that you can continue exploring on your own, if you choose.

Follow in the footsteps of the Medicis, Florence's Renaissance-era rulers, on this walking tour. Stroll the route dubbed the 'Medici Mile' to see buildings and treasures funded and constructed by this wealthy family, who helped nurture the Italian Renaissance. Admire the Palazzo Medici Riccardi and Duomo, trace the exterior of the Vasari Corridor, and see the Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, and other residences as you hear about the dynasty's history, patronage, and power struggles.