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Experience the beauty and grandeur of the Boboli Garden and Guided Walking Tour in Florence. Immerse yourself in the elegance of one of the most ancient Italian-style gardens, filled with stunning landscapes, statues, and fountains. Marvel at the artichoke and the magnificent octagonal basin adorned with bronze lilies. In the afternoon, embark on a walking tour to discover the famous attractions and squares of Florence. Stroll through acres of gardens, trees, fountains, and terraces while learning about the history of these 16th-century Italianate gardens behind the Pitti Palace. Admire the replica of Michelangelo's David in Signoria Square and walk over the famous Old Bridge. With a professional guide leading the way, you'll uncover the hidden treasures of this enchanting city. This tour includes an officially certified guide, a guided walking tour in Florence, a radio system to hear the guide, and the ticket and reservation for the Boboli Garden. Please note that food and drinks, hotel pick-up and drop-off, transportation to/from attractions, and entrance tickets to the attractions of the walking tour are not included.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
2 hours 30 minutes
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour
Guided Experience & Audio Guided

Highlights

Stroll through acres of gardens, trees, fountains, and terraces
Learn the history of the 16th-century Italianate gardens behind the Pitti Palace
See the Signoria Square with its replica of the Michelangelo's David
Walk over the famous Old Bridge
Learn from a professional guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures

Included

Officially certified guide
Guided Walking Tour in Florence
Radio system to hear the guide
The ticket and reservation for Boboli Garden

Not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Transportation to/from attractions
Entrance tickets to the attractions of the walking tour

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Introduction

Experience the charm and beauty of Florence's Boboli Garden with a guided walking tour. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most elegant and ancient Italian-style gardens in the world. Nestled behind the iconic Pitti Palace, the Boboli Garden is a true masterpiece that will transport you to a world of enchantment and tranquility.

What to Expect?

During this tour, you can expect to stroll through acres of meticulously landscaped gardens, adorned with statues, fountains, and terraces. Your knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating insights into the history and design of these 16th-century Italianate gardens. As you wander through the garden's paths, you'll encounter notable attractions such as the artichoke-shaped fountain and the impressive octagonal basin crowned by a bronze lily. Following the Boboli Garden visit, you'll embark on a walking tour through Florence's most famous attractions and squares. Marvel at the replica of Michelangelo's David in Signoria Square and cross the renowned Old Bridge. Your professional guide will lead you to the city's hidden treasures, revealing the rich history and culture of Florence along the way.

Who is this for?

This guided walking tour is perfect for anyone with a love for art, history, and nature. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply looking to immerse yourself in the beauty of Florence, this tour will cater to your interests. It's an ideal experience for solo travelers, couples, families, and friends, providing an opportunity to create lasting memories together.

Why Book This?

By booking this tour, you gain access to a world-class guide who will bring the Boboli Garden and Florence's attractions to life. Discover the hidden stories behind each statue and fountain, gaining a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of these landmarks. The tour's radio system ensures that you won't miss a word from your guide, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. Additionally, the included ticket and reservation for Boboli Garden saves you time and hassle, allowing you to fully enjoy your visit without worrying about logistics.

Good to Know

It's important to note that this tour does not include food, drinks, or hotel pick-up and drop-off. Transportation to and from attractions is also not provided, so plan accordingly. The tour's meeting point is in front of the Hard Rock Cafe Firenze, located at Via dei Brunelleschi, Piazza della Repubblica. Be sure to arrive on time to ensure a smooth departure.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced this tour have praised the knowledgeable guides who made the history and beauty of the Boboli Garden and Florence come alive. Visitors were impressed by the stunning landscapes of the garden and appreciated the insights provided by their guides. Overall, reviews highlight the tour's excellent organization, informative guides, and the opportunity to explore Florence's hidden treasures.

About this product

How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

Walking Tour Meeting Point - The tour will operate at 17.00 as mentioned on the vouchers. Please be present in front of the Hard Rock Cafe Firenze (Via dei Brunelleschi, Piazza della Repubblica, 1, 50123 Firenze FI)

Hard Rock Cafe, Via dei Brunelleschi, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, IT

Your Itinerary

Giardino di Boboli

At the start of your tour, after crossing the Pitti Palace's courtyard, your guide will lead you up to the “artichoke” fountain, the large octagonal basin decorated with numerous statues and crowned by a bronze lily. And in front of you is the sight of the "Amphitheatre" adjoined to the hill behind the palace, the first phase of creating this beautiful garden as the guide will explain how it was designed. As you climb up the hill, you will find "Neptune’s fountain", and at the very top of the hill, the large statue of "Abundance" by Giambologna. The guide will later lead you through a steep sloping avenue to head back down the hill and to a large avenue known as the "Viottolone”, with cypresses and statuettes that then lead all the way down to the "Isolotto", a large pond, with an admirable fountain known as "The Ocean", created by Giambologna.

Admission Included

Giardino di Boboli

After the guide spends time explaining these fountains and sculptures, the final stops will be at the "Giardino del Cavaliere", built by Michelangelo, "Kaffeehaus" and the "Buontalenti Grotto" created by Buontalenti from limestone concrete stalactites, shells and terracotta reliefs, with water running down the walls providing vivacity and colour as a guide will reveal all the secrets behind these designs. The tour takes about an hour, the perfect amount to see the highlights inside the garden. You can also return to anything you want to see again after the tour ends.

Admission Included

Piazza della Repubblica

From the point of the meeting, the guide will give you an insight of the history of this Renaissance city and how this incredible cultural movement of the Renaissance transformed not only Florence but eventually the rest of Europe. The guide will start off with Piazza Della Republica, the main square of Florence that marks the center of the City. After a little talk of history & the changes of Piazza Republica since its origin, you will walk straight to the marvelous piece of art, the Piazza Della Duomo. A showstopper of Filippo Brunelleschi, Giotto, Arnolfo & Francesco Talenti.

Piazza del Duomo

Walk passing the Duomo Square the guide will lead you straight through the old buildings and some of the historical landmarks of Florence to Palazzo Vecchio, where the David’s’ sculpture (the original is in the Galleria dell'Accademia) by Michelangelo is placed outside the Palazzo Vecchio as a symbol of the Republic's defiance of the tyrannical Medici.

Pitti Palace

Your next stop is Palazzo Pitti, the enormous palace of Florence's largest architectural monuments of Filippo Brunelleschi and the household of the Pitti Family, later of the Medicis’. The tour takes about two hours, enough time to help you understand the uniqueness and beauty of Florence city.

Admission Not Included

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the walking tour will only be conducted from the outside of each attraction mentioned in the itinerary.
Walking Tour and Boboli Garden Tour are subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
Please refer to the correct meeting point which is displayed at the time of reservation.
Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run.
Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
The customers choosing the Boboli Garden guided tour at 09.30am or 3.00pm join the walking tour at 5.00pm.
During the Winter Season, the customers will choose the Boboli Garden guided tour at 09.30am and later, join the walking tour at 3.00pm.

2024-04-23 12:24

Boboli Garden and Guided Walking Tour in Florence