Florence: Uffizi Gallery with Optional Vasari Corridor Tour

Uffizi Gallery and Vasari Corridor Guided Tour in Florence

This guided tour suits art and history enthusiasts interested in Renaissance masterpieces and exclusive Medici family sites in Florence.

Highlights

• Discover the Uffizi Gallery, home to a vast collection of Renaissance art
• Walk through the Vasari Corridor, a once-exclusive passage for the Medici family
• Admire the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, and the Oltrarno neighborhood
• Learn about Florence’s history and culture from an expert guide

Description

Begin your tour at the Uffizi Gallery, exploring works by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Giotto. Your guide will share the stories behind these Renaissance masterpieces that shaped Florence’s cultural heritage.

If you select the option with Vasari Corridor access, you will then enter this historic passage. Although detailed explanations inside the corridor are not permitted, the stroll offers unique views of the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, and the Oltrarno neighborhood, reflecting Renaissance engineering and Medici grandeur.

The tour concludes near the Buontalenti Grotto in the Boboli Gardens, where you can appreciate the Corridor’s architecture, including its design bypassing the Mannelli Tower.

Includes

• Professional guide throughout the tour
• 2-hour small group experience
• Guided visit to the Uffizi Gallery
• Exclusive access to the Vasari Corridor (if option selected)
• Earphones for clear audio
• Guided outdoor walk along the Vasari Corridor (if option selected)

Excludes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

• The Vasari Corridor option is non-refundable. Tickets are nominative; provide full name, surname, and date of birth for all attendees.
• Museum regulations limit Vasari Corridor access to 25 people per tour. Other participants may be included without exceeding this limit.
• The guide cannot provide detailed explanations inside the Vasari Corridor but will highlight key sights during the 30-minute walk.
• Peak days may cause occasional delays entering museums.
• Admission times for the Vasari Corridor can be adjusted due to entry management complexity; changes will be communicated promptly.
• All participants must carry valid identification to enter the Uffizi Gallery. Non-EU visitors require a passport.

Cancellation Policy

This activity is non-refundable.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring a valid ID. Morning tours typically avoid the busiest crowds.