- Duration: 1 hour
- Authorized guide
- Admire Florence from a boat on the river
- Photos allowed
- Aperitif on board
The tour is in English only
What to expect
- Small group tour
- Visit with an highly qualified guide
- Admire Florence from a boat on the Arno river
- Aperitif on board
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Boat tour in Florence
Surrounded by the sunset
With this tour you will have a new opportunity to visit Florence from a definitely unusual perspective, that is from the water!
Whether you have already been to Florence or this is your first time, this boat tour is the perfect way to enjoy the city's attractions.
With your expert guide at your disposal, let yourself be lulled by the current of the river and by the skilled work of the "barcaiolo" (boatman) that will allow you to admire Florence with your nose upwards!
On this traditional wooden boat, accompanied by the voice of the guide who will narrate the historical events of Florence and show you the main Palaces, you will pass under some of the major bridges such as the famous Ponte Vecchio and the Santa Trinita Bridge, and you can admire the exterior of Palazzo Corsini and the Uffizi Gallery.
The fascinating colors of the sunset will dye the sky above you, while at the end of the tour you will relax with an aperitif on board with Prosecco.
For a group of friends, for families with children, or for couples looking for romance, this is the perfect tour for you!
Description
Duration
About an hour.About
Step aboard the "Florentine Gondola" for a unique romantic cruise with an "Aperitivo" on the Arno river! Experience Florence from a totally different perspective. A leisurely trip down the River Arno is the perfect opportunity to see the city. After meeting your guide, you will step onto the "barchetto" (Florentine Gondola)—one of only four original wooden boats left in Florence. Your gondola ride is directed by a "barcaiolo"—a real keeper of Florentine tradition who uses a long-reaching pole to steer. Bask in silence without modern engines running; just get lost in heritage while your informed companion tells you everything about secrets and history — gliding past elegant Palazzos & centuries-old stories depicted along this majestic river. As you walk, you will pass right by the fabulous Uffizi Galleries. A little farther on foot under the old bridge of Pontevecchio, you'll come across some information at a display regarding Vasari Corridor. Also included is an opportunity to visit awe-inspiring Palazzo Corsini with so much more to offer and Santa Trinità Bridge. You get to enjoy afterward a cold glass of prosecco to celebrate your romantic trip to Florence! The information is detailed and very interesting, often with colorful local anecdotes. This tour will be safe and very fun. Discover and appreciate the beauty of this incredible city while onboard a classic gondola in ultimate style and comfort. - Semi-private tour (max. 8 people)- Aperitif and wine on the Florentine Gondola (45 minutes on the Arno River) - Soft drink for the little ones, Cool Wine onboard - Fully licensed history guide fluent in English - Offered exclusively in English to ensure top quality Experience
- Local guide officially authorized
- Boat tour on the Arno River (around 50 min)
- Aperitif on board
Cancellation Policy
Meeting Point
Piazza Mentana 2r, Florence (Italy)
Clients are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
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.
Children / teens under 18 y.o. must always be accompanied by at least one adult. If this requirement is not met, we reserve the right to exclude the under age partecipant and no refund will be due.
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.
We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility.
Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance.
Please note that pets are not allowed on this tour.
*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).
