info@florenceandtuscanytours.com
CARTRegular Guided Tours
SPECIAL OFFER !!! - WALK AND BUS …..DISCOVER FLORENCE WITH US !!!
Walking Tour of Historical Center and Close Encounter at the Academy
After the walking Tour of Historical Center(see description of tour Walking Tour + Bus) we continue...
Why is the David the most recognizable symbol of Florence and what did he represent in his time? How did the genius of Michelangelo confront the challenge of creating figures of compassion like the Pietà, or the famous Prisoners who still seem to struggle out of their blocks of marble? Have a close encounter with these timeless works of art and get the inside story of the life and time of this consummate artist.
The Academy also houses an important collection of paintings from the 14th to the 16th century, plaster casts of famous statues going back to the 19th century, and impressive holdings of Russian icons. Linger as long as you like; at the end of the tour, you are welcome to remain in the galleries on your own until closing time.
AND.....CHOOSE your timetable with the Citysightseeing PANORAMIC BUS op on-op off
Fees: €60 per person. Children (5-14) €35 when accompanied by an adult, free for under 5 year-olds.
Reservation is needed only for the guided tour.
The bus tour has an OPEN TICKET VALID 24hours from the moment you start using it.
From MARCH 15th 2010 to OCTOBER 31st 2010
Walking Tour of Historical Center and Close Encounter at the Academy
When :Daily
Time:10 am
Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: in Piazza della Repubblica near the “Caffe Le Giubbe Rosse”, 15 minutes before start of the tour.
Includes:entrance and reservation fees. Earphones for groups with more than 15 participants.
MAJOR ADVANTAGE: Timed Entry, No Need to Queue. Don’t waste precious time waiting in long lines. Enter with us.
By reservation only (tour will take place rain or shine and from 1 participant onwards)
From NOVEMBER 17th 2009 to MARCH 14th 2010
Walking Tour of Historical Center and Close Encounter at the Academy
When :Tue, Thu and Sat
Time:10 am
Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: in Piazza della Repubblica near the “Caffe Le Giubbe Rosse”
Note: Participants are requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of all tours.
Includes:entrance and reservation fees. Earphones for groups with more than 15 participants.
MAJOR ADVANTAGE: Timed Entry, No Need to Queue. Don’t waste precious time waiting in long lines. Enter with us.
By reservation only (tour will take place rain or shine and from 1 participant onwards)
