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Florence Walks has been operating since 2010 and prides itself on its service.

At Florence Walks, your licensed guide is yours alone – it’s just you and your travelling companions, privately guided, at your own pace!

We pride ourselves on our service – from the moment you make an inquiry. And it doesn’t end with the walk – we’ll give you plenty of tips for the rest of your stay in Florence.

We choose guides who have lived in Florence either all their life or for most of it, and who have a passion for storytelling – along with a sense of fun! They delight in showing you their city.

Mostly, starting times and departure points revolve around what suits you. However, on days of forecast extreme heat, we must start walks no later than 7.30am – for your safety and that of the guides.

If your hotel is in the historic city centre, your guide will collect you from the foyer. Otherwise, we will arrange a central meeting point.

We have walks that end with lunch or aperitivo – for those we need a pre-determined starting time. If you are arriving by train or bus for the day, your guide will collect you from the station and help store any luggage, as necessary. (The luggage storage cost is extra.)

Prices are quoted in Australian dollars. 

For those travelling alone, there’s a singles’ supplement of $80 on all the walks, except for Sono da Solo (I’m Alone), which is designed for solo travellers.

Our Philosophy

Thanks for choosing Florence Walks. We want you to see Florence as it should be seen – at your own pace! Our guides are passionate locals who love their city. They want you to feel at home in Florence and will give you lots of tips on where to eat and what to visit. Enjoy your Florence Walks experience.

 

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Latest Customer Feedback
"Our guide really knew her stuff and was able to tell us about her parents' experience in the flood. Afterwards, she bought us coffee and...
Ian and Clare – Walk 7, Walk the Line – September 2019
Ian and Clare Walk 7 - Walk the Line, September 2019
"Thank you so much for all your advice and the organisation of our wonderful walk in Florence. (Our guide) was perfect, had great English and...
Natalie and Andrew – Walk 3, Mystery – April 2019
Natalie and Andrew Walk 3 - Mystery, April 2019
"It's been really great and we learned a lot. Thank you."
Michael and Fran – Walk 2, Oltrarno – March 2019
Michael and Fran Walk 2 - Oltrarno, March 2019
"Loved this side of the river - a bit quieter but more artsy and intimate. That little church blew us away."
Lyn and Mark – Walk 2, Oltrarno – May 2018
Lyn and Mark Walk 2 - Oltrarno, May 2018

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Despite all care, Florence Walks is not liable (absolute, contingent, expresss or implied) – now or in the future –  for any injury or illness that may befall you during your walk, or for any theft or loss of personal belongings. Please advise Florence Walks, upon booking, whether you have any physical issues that may require your chosen walk route to be amended. Please note that on days of forecast high heat, walks will be conducted in the morning only, with a start time no later than 7.30am. If unscheduled weather impedes your walk, a full refund will be issued if another walk time cannot be organised within your travel schedule.  Wheelchairs can be hired at extra cost, with notice, but please note that walk routes may need to be varied to avoid the uncomfortableness of moving over cobbled areas.  Please advise your guide on the day of your walk if a new injury, not already mentioned, may impede your walk. Please advise, upon booking, whether you have any food allergies or intolerances, as some walks include food. We want you to be safe and secure and we ask you to wear sturdy, comfortable, flat shoes for your walk. Many of the streets of Florence are cobbled. Bring a water bottle – there are fresh water fountains where you can refill. Please wear sunscreen. Tell your guide if you need to stop. Keep your belongings safe and secure. In the unlikely event of natural disaster or terrorism-related events during a walk, or Florence Walks-organised event, Florence Walks is not liable (absolute or contingent, express or implied) now or in the future.

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS We ask that you follow the COVID-19 regulations of the region and confirm a negative COVID-19 test result on the day of your walk. Reciprocal proof will be provided by your guide. If you suspect you may have been exposed to the virus, but you are not yet testing positive, please wear a mask and maintain a social distance of 1.5m from your guide. Florence Walks reserves the right to withdraw its guide on the day of any walk if a walker presents with COVID-19 symptoms, or symptoms of any other contagious illness. In such a case, a full refund will be issued. Should a Florence Walks guide be unable to carry out the walk on the day of the proposed walk, due to their own illness or injury, a full refund will be issued if another guide cannot be assigned.

Historical Fact

The Ponte Vecchio is the oldest bridge in Florence. It was rebuilt in 1345, after being destroyed by flood in 1333. The bridge was once awash with blood from the butchers’ shops it housed. Now, it is home to some of the most exclusive jewellery shops in Florence. A bust of Florentine goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini overlooks the River Arno.