- Duration: around 1h
- Photos allowed
- Prosecco included
- Guided tour
The tour is in English only
What to expect
- Admire the city from a different perspective
- Enjoy a romantic tour about 50 minutes long in a traditional boat along the river Arno
- Sip a glass of Prosecco wine from a truly extraordinary location
- Discover histories, information and commentary on the major attractions of the city
Unforgettable emotions
The view of Florence from the Arno is something truly magical, especially at dusk, when the sky turns pink and monuments are reflected on the water in fiery hues. A romantic tour to share with your loved one, but not only, because it will also lead to the discovery of the most famous and significant places of the city, seen from a really special perspective.
The traditional boats in Florence are called barchetti and are conducted by a Barcaiolo, in the best Florentine tradition.
The guide will reveal the secrets of the Arno and the history of the extraordinary palaces which run along the river. The tour will pass in front of the Uffizi Gallery, which houses the most precious treasures of Renaissance art, under the Ponte Vecchio and the Vasari Corridor and it will go on to the Ponte Santa Trinita and Palazzo Corsini.
During the boat tour you will enjoy a cool drink made with sparkling wine (Italian Prosecco) to celebrate this unique occasion. Meanwhile, the guide will give you historical information, but also funny and curious anecdotes about the city, the river that runs through it and its palaces.
Description
Let's go, ride down the Arno!
Duration
Around 1 hour at night. An hour and a half in the morning.About
Florence boat tour: An exquisite and unique occasion to admire the beauty of Florence comfortably seated on a local traditional wooden "barchetto" gliding along the Arno River. Your experience starts when you find your way to our expert guide by the boarding point for the barchetto: an all-wooden vessel and one among four originals that are still in existence, today!The local barcaiolo slides his pole in and out of the water gently, moving the barchetto with much dexterity as he shares lore from this vibrant city infused with local color— secrets which flow below bridges, past palazzos teeming history towards elegant torres while making sure interesting tidbits available to all who listen. Relax and enjoy the cruise gliding under Ponte Vecchio taking a view from the center of the river not just of this famous bridge, but also the Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Corsini, and from very close up, the beautiful Santa Trinita Bridge. Either dive into an exquisite Italian breakfast before you start your unique cruise or revel in an ice-cold wine or soft drink for the children while onboard as your aperitivo is served, Italian style. Undoubtedly, the Florentine Gondola Tour provides an exquisite occasion to fully dive into those beauties and traditions of Florence. Enjoy spectacular boat tours of Florence guaranteeing that your vacation in Italy will be a memory forever.
More Information
Mini Cruise on the River Arno with Florentine Gondola (approx 45 minutes)
- An Italian Florentine breakfast is scheduled for the 9:30 AM tour.
Please note that this tour lasts 1.5 hours.
Enjoy cold wine on board (soft drinks available for children).
Fully licensed English-speaking history guide provided.
To be conducted entirely in English for the best experience.
- Official guide
- Guided boat tour (about 50 minutes)
- Aperitif with Prosecco
Reductions
Reduced/Half Ticket:
- Children between 4 and 12 years old (valid identity document needed)
Free Ticket:
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Infants between 0 and 3 years old (valid identity document needed)
MEETING POINT
BOOKING OFFICE, Piazza Mentana 2red FIRENZE (opposite the Arno River)
To remember
We cannot wait to welcome you to the land of authentic products and unforgettable experiences.
Clients are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Tours will start at the exact scheduled time.
Please take this into consideration when arranging your travel schedule. No delay, even for a few minutes, can be tolerated and missing the experience won't entitle you to any refund, not even a partial one.
We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverage to teens under 18 y.o. so clients under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance.
Please note that pets are not allowed on this tour.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON MEETING POINT CHANGE
*Please note that starting from May 1st 2025, the meeting point will slightly change: meet our tour guide in Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River).
Cancellation Policy
- One can receive a Rain check that's available for use on the next day or at any point that follow. This voucher, provided to the client, last up to a year from its original date and can be given or sold to another for use in the future. It's a valuable asset, potentially usable on any tour offered by our company.
- Cancellation of any tour guarantees a full refund of the payment. Safety and comfort are paramount for our clients, just so you know. At the designated time, customers are expected to arrive at the designated meeting place or notify the company beforehand. Refunds are not possible for individuals who have failed to arrive for their scheduled appointments.
