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Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour in Florence
4.8(53 reviews)Florence, Italy
2hDurationEnglish, Italian, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel
About this experience
Experience a 2-hour guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery, renowned as the world's oldest museum. This tour is ideal for art enthusiasts and those looking to deepen their knowledge of Florence's artistic heritage. Participants can skip the main entrance lines and view masterpieces such as Botticelli's 'The Birth of Venus,' Leonardo's 'Annunciation,' and Michelangelo's 'Tondo Doni.' It is important to note that the tour includes expert commentary from the guide. The tour is designed for small groups to enhance the experience.
Itinerary
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Via Cavour Firenze
Discover the heart of Florence's Renaissance - the Uffizi Gallery! First, head to Via Cavour 36 Red, where your local, art-loving guide will be waiting for you. Then, follow your guide to the nearby Uffizi Gallery (about a 15 minute walk), and skip-the-line upon entry.
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Uffizi
The best way to discover the glory of the Renaissance era is in a captivating tour of the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most glamorous and comprehensive art galleries in the world! Your guide will lead you through the luxurious halls and rooms in chronological order, from the thirteenth to the eighteenth century - making sure you spend the most time at the most famous works, out of the nearly 2,000 masterpieces showcased in the Uffizi. Between halls, you can admire ancient Roman and Greece sculptures, as well as the frescoed ceilings and lovely views from the large windows. Your journey through time will begin in the 13th century, the birth of the Renaissance era. Discover fascinating artwork covered in gold, depicting images of Madonna and the child. However, the breakthrough began with Giotto, who used three-dimensional elements in his masterpiece, forevering changing artistic style.
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Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
Next, you will visit some International Gothic masterpieces, most notably, “Adoration of the Magi,” by Gentile da Fabriano. This was another turning point, when art began to tell a story, instead of simply depicting characters. Your guide will explain this exciting time in history in a vivid, storytelling manner. You will continue through the centuries into the 1400s, when artists began experimenting with three-dimensional space. The best example of this progression in art can be found in “Battle of San Romano,” by Paolo Uccello. Your tour will continue to two of the most famous works of art in the Uffizi, “Madonna with Child and Two Angels,” by Filippo Lippi; then, “Dukes of Urbino,” by Piero della Francesca. These artists began to idealize the features of men and women in paintings, which greatly influenced later artists including the magnificent da Vinci, as well as Raphael.
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Uffizi
It is impossible to visit the Uffizi without seeing the extensive and fascinating collection of Botticelli works of art, with their mystic and marvelous nature. Your guide will go into detail about each of his masterpieces and the artist’s tie to the powerful Medici family. Spend plenty of time admiring the lovely paintings, “The Birth of Venus,” and “Primavera.” Continue to the heart of the Renaissance, with works of art by da Vinci and Michelangelo. Although the paintings in the Uffizi are not their most famed works, it is still emotional to be so close to masterpieces by men of their honor. Enjoy learning all about the artists and the works, “Tondo Doni” by Michelangelo; and “Baptism of Christ” and “The Annunciation” by Leonardo da Vinci.
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Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
The rest of your tour will lead you to three giant halls containing vast numbers of works by Raphael, Titan, and Caravaggio. Each artist has varied styles and mysterious backgrounds... As your guide dives into the lives of these men and their progressive art, feel free to ask any questions! The Uffizi Gallery will truly open your eyes to historic art, and you will undoubtedly finish this tour with a new appreciation for Renaissance art and the heritage of Florentine locals. Feel free to remain inside the Uffizi for as long as you would like after your tour has finished!
What's included / not included
Earphones for bigger groupsProfessional guideSmall group tourUffizi Gallery reserved ticket
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Receive your confirmation at the time of booking
- Wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended
- Please note that on the busiest days the entrance into the museums may experience some short delays
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Uffizi Gallery
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery €29.00 per person
- Please note: To enter the Uffizi Gallery, all participants are required to carry a valid ID. Non-EU visitors are required to bring their passport. Museum staff may refuse entry if a valid ID is not presented.
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