From Milan: Florence Walking Tour with Train Tickets

Northern Italy, Florence



Visit Florence thanks to this independent day trip from Milan. Board a high-speed train and see Florence's highlights with a local guide, including the beautiful Cathedral.

Highlights

  • Travel from Milan to Florence by high-speed train
  • Explore Florence on a guided historic center walking tour
  • See Florence Cathedral and Duomo area
  • Visit Piazza della Signoria
  • Enjoy free time to shop, eat, or explore the city

Description

This day trip travels from Milan to Florence by high-speed train and includes a guided walking tour of Florence's historic center.

Depart Milano Centrale and arrive in Florence in about two hours. Meet your local guide and explore the Medici district, including Palazzo Medici Riccardi, San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels while learning about the Medici family’s impact on the city.

Visit Piazza del Duomo to see Florence Cathedral, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni (exterior views). Walk medieval streets passing Orsanmichele and the Mercato della Paglia with the Porcellino statue.

Continue to Piazza della Signoria, featuring Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi, then cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio.

After the guided tour, enjoy free time for shopping, dining, or independent exploring before returning to Milan by train.

Includes

  • Round trip journey by high-speed train between Milan Centrale and Florence Santa Maria Novella in standard class
  • Train ticket with seat reservation
  • Staff assistance at the meeting point in Florence
  • Florence city walking tour with a local professional guide

Excludes

  • Tour leader from Milan
  • Assistance at Milan Train Station
  • Assistance at Florence Train Station

Important Information

  • You will receive your train ticket with departure and return times by email or WhatsApp the day before your trip

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and plan to book tickets in advance to secure your preferred train times.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes high-speed train tickets from Milan to Florence, a guided walking tour of Florence's historic center, and free time to explore the city.
The high-speed train journey from Milan Centrale to Florence takes about two hours.
The tour starts near Florence train station, where you meet your local guide to begin the walking tour of the historic center.
The tour visits Florence Cathedral and the Duomo area, Piazza della Signoria, the Medici district including Palazzo Medici Riccardi, San Lorenzo Church, and the Medici Chapels.
Yes, the tour includes free time to shop, eat, or explore Florence on your own after the guided walking tour.
No, the high-speed train tickets from Milan to Florence are included with the walking tour booking.
Yes, the walking tour covers the historic center at a moderate pace, suitable for most fitness levels.
Arrive at Milano Centrale at least 15 minutes before the scheduled train departure time.
Check the official website of each site or local Florence tourism resources for up-to-date opening hours.
Contact the tour provider in advance to discuss accessibility options, as some walking areas may have cobblestones or uneven surfaces.

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