Florence: History Walking Tour with Wine Tasting

Florence: History Walking Tour with Wine Tasting

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Dive into the art, history, and the finest wines of Florence on this 2-hour guided walking tour.

Highlights

See the best of Florence on a 2-hour guided walking tour
Visit a wine cellar in the historical center for a wine tasting
Hear captivating stories from your guide to learn what makes Florence unique

Description

Explore Florence, an open-air museum that conserving about a third of the planet's art and home to the finest wine traditions. With a stroll around the Historical Center and a trip to a wine cellar, combine history and wine in one tour to discover the real flavors of the city. Uncover the fascinating stories behind legendary artworks like David by Michelangelo and Perseus by Cellini. Learn about the story of success, the rise and fall of the Medici Family. Follow the traces of the dynasty members through the labors of Renaissance masters like Brunelleschi, Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo, among others. Hear about the history of monuments such as Palazzo Medici, the first Renaissance building in the world. Pass through Duomo Square which conserves the 4th biggest church in Europe, Santa Maria del Fiore with the world's largest dome. Enjoy the public artworks at Signoria Square with original sculptures dating back to the 1500s. Get a glimpse of Florentine Renaissance and keep your cameras ready. After a pleasant stroll around town, pop in one of the hidden treasures of Florence. Follow your guide to one of the finest wine cellars located in the very heart of Florence. Taste the flavors of the millennial wine traditions. Pair it with typical appetizers for a complete sensorial experience.